UrineCare VARS (Urine Collection System)
The VARS (Vacuum Assisted Relief System) is a novel system that provides aircrew bladder relief of both male and female pilots using the same type private individual interface. Comfort for long duration flights is achieved through a natural interface. The system may be integrated to the aircraft or secured to the body by belt clip or other methods. The system includes barrier creams, an interface that replaces existing undergarments, plastic tubing, and in some cases pumps and reservoirs. The system has features that provide for essentially eliminating leakage and additionally provides for drying of the skin. This system has usage across the social spectrum from astronauts to those Urinary incontinence· those confined to wheelchairs. Commercialization Potential: Replacement of conventional diapers· alone. Prevalence: About 13 million adults VARS has the same potential to replace disposable diapers as disposable diapers did in the early 60's, in eliminating laundry trucks diapers (a 3.5 billion annual market.)
This project has functional prototypes, marketing studies completed. Patents completed and pending. Update! 1-11-05 We had originally applied for 26 claims. 10 claims were accepted. 10 claims were converted from dependant claims to independent claims and they were accepted. we are still arguing our points for the final claims.
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