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US4326302A
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Underpants
Assignee: Bros and Walsh Ltd
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Filing: 1979-08-10
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Granted: 1982-04-27
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Expires: 1999-08-10
Abstract
Abstract Underpants suitable for use by male persons, have a pouch for holding a fluid-absorbing pad, and a fly opening. The latter makes the underpants more acceptable to men and in some cases appears to give psychological help for reducing incontinence. The pouch is preferably external, with an impermeable outer panel to prevent leakage from the pad. The inner panel of the pouch is permeable and made of a hydrophobic fabric such as polyester to keep the wearer dry and comfortable. The fly opening is conveniently located at or adjacent to a side of the pouch at the front of the underpants. It may have a fastening.
Inventors
- 👤 David R. Lowe
- 👤 Gerard J. Hay
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 22:32
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/15; A61F13/45; A61F13/49; A61F13/491; A61F13/4915; A61F5/00; A61F5/44; A61F5/4401; A61F13/47; A61F13/471; A61F13/49007; A61F13/49009; A61F13/53; A61F13/539; A61F2013/49068; A61F2013/49076; A61F13/505; A61F2013/5055; A61F2013/53966; A61F13/56; A61F2013/5661
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
135 words
Underpants suitable for use by male persons comprising: (a) material configured to provide a waist opening and a pair of leg openings including a front panel terminating in a free lower edge in the genital area; and (b) an externally located elongate pouch secured to said front panel, comprising an inner panel of a liquid-permeable material and an outer panel of a liquid-impermeable material, and being provided with an opening for insertion of a fluid-absorbing pad, said pouch partially overlying the front panel and extending over and below said free lower edge into the crotch region; and (c) a fly opening between the front panel and a side portion of the pouch overlying said front panel, whereby exit for normal micturition is provided under said free lower edge and thence laterally out the fly opening.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
135 words
Underpants suitable for use by male persons comprising: (a) material configured to provide a waist opening and a pair of leg openings including a front panel terminating in a free lower edge in the genital area; and (b) an externally located elongate pouch secured to said front panel, comprising an inner panel of a liquid-permeable material and an outer panel of a liquid-impermeable material, and being provided with an opening for insertion of a fluid-absorbing pad, said pouch partially overlying the front panel and extending over and below said free lower edge into the crotch region; and (c) a fly opening between the front panel and a side portion of the pouch overlying said front panel, whereby exit for normal micturition is provided under said free lower edge and thence laterally out the fly opening.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
28 words
Underpants as claimed in claim 1 in which the pouch opening is located at or adjacent to an end of the pouch at the front of the underpants.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
Underpants as claimed in claim 1 in which the liquid permeable material is a hydrophobic fabric.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1985-04-26 | 1985-10-26 | 1986-04-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-04-26 | 1989-10-26 | 1990-04-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-04-26 | 1993-10-26 | 1994-04-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |