Patents by Inventor Mark Harvie

Mark Harvie has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11026829
    Abstract: This invention is a device utilizing hydro-block venting material in various external male and female catheter configurations permitting adequate airflow into the catheter thereby permitting efficient and complete drainage of urine away from the user following urination. In two embodiments user's expelled urine is automatically detected by a sensor and drawn away from the user by a pump means to a user selected storage means as a pressure relief balloon prevents air interference with the sensor. In another embodiment gravity is utilized to draw user's expelled urine away from user to a user selected storage means. An adhesive, garment or strap attachment means are disclosed as attachment means to secure the external male and female catheter to user and prevent leakage. The external male and female catheters are engineered to also be able to be connected to and used in combination with an indwelling catheter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20190038451
    Abstract: This invention is a device utilizing hydro-block venting material in various external male and female catheter configurations permitting adequate airflow into the catheter thereby permitting efficient and complete drainage of urine away from the user following urination. In two embodiments user's expelled urine is automatically detected by a sensor and drawn away from the user by a pump means to a user selected storage means as a pressure relief balloon prevents air interference with the sensor. In another embodiment gravity is utilized to draw user's expelled urine away from user to a user selected storage means. An adhesive, garment or strap attachment means are disclosed as attachment means to secure the external male and female catheter to user and prevent leakage. The external male and female catheters are engineered to also be able to be connected to and used in combination with an indwelling catheter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2018
    Publication date: February 7, 2019
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20150359660
    Abstract: This invention is a device that utilizes hydro-block venting material in various external female catheter configurations to permit adequate airflow into the catheter thereby permitting efficient and complete drainage of urine away from the user following urination. In one embodiment the user's expelled urine is drawn away from the user by a pump means to a user selected storage means. In another embodiment gravity is utilized to draw the user's expelled urine away from the user to a user selected storage means. In another embodiment a comfort ring is attached to the device thereby reducing irritation and discomfort when the device is in place during use. An adhesive, garment or strap attachment means are disclosed as attachment means to secure the external female catheter to the user and prevent leakage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2015
    Publication date: December 17, 2015
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20080091153
    Abstract: This invention is an automatic/semi-automatic bladder relief and fecal waste management system for use in the absence of sanitary facilities. The fecal collection bag is collapsed when not in use and is automatically expanded by the weight of feces upon defecation and is sealed after use. It incorporates an inflatable urine collection means that may be deflated after use. The power unit is powered by a battery that is integrated into a urine storage bag or female pad or male cup. It utilizes a disposable urine storage bag with an isolated cleaning fluid chamber with a directional valve and pump system automatically rinsing and sanitizing the pump, hoses, collection means and the user with a cleaning fluid stored in the cleaning fluid chamber of the urine storage bag. The disposable urine storage bag contains absorbent polymer crystals absorbing the urine as it is deposited in the bag during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2007
    Publication date: April 17, 2008
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20060241553
    Abstract: This invention is an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system which increases sanitation and comfort for users requiring a means to dispose of urine in the absence of sanitary facilities, such as aircraft pilots and incontinent individuals. This invention incorporates an inflatable urine collection means that may be deflated after use. The power unit incorporates a battery that is integrated into a disposable urine storage bag or into a disposable female pad or male cup. This invention utilizes a disposable urine storage bag with an isolated cleaning fluid chamber with a directional valve and pump system automatically rinsing and sanitizing the pump, hoses, collection means and the user with a cleaning fluid stored in the cleaning fluid chamber of the disposable urine storage bag. The disposable urine storage bag contains absorbent polymer crystals absorbing the urine as it is deposited in the bag during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2006
    Publication date: October 26, 2006
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20050162575
    Abstract: This invention relates to an active Laser Protection System (LPS) system specifically designed to provide a device that automatically adjusts a protection panel of the device in response to laser light exposure thus preventing a user from being exposed to damaging laser light. In one embodiment the LPS system utilizes a light weight portable goggle type eyewear. In yet another embodiment the LPS system is comprised of contact lenses worn by the user. The LPS system may be used in all light transmissive surfaces where the penetration of laser light is not desired, such as aircraft, spacecraft, vessel, train, and automotive windshields, etc. The LPS system may also be utilized as a replacement window for structures where laser light penetration is undesired. The protection panels utilize Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD) that are activated by laser sensors by means of a microprocessor and power supply means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2005
    Publication date: July 28, 2005
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20050154360
    Abstract: This invention relates to an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief and hydration system, specifically designed to increase the overall sanitation and comfort for users that may require a means to dispose of their urine and hydrate in the absence of other sanitary facilities or sources of potable fluids due to situations such as aircraft pilots, hazmat/biohazard workers and incontinent individuals. For user comfort this invention incorporates an inflatable urine collection means that may be deflated after use. In one embodiment a dual chambered back pack serves to store a user's urine and in a separate sanitary chamber provide the user with a potable fluid and/or liquid food source. To prevent user error and failure to recharge the power unit this invention incorporates a disposable battery that is integrated into a disposable urine storage bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2005
    Publication date: July 14, 2005
    Inventor: Mark Harvie
  • Publication number: 20050119630
    Abstract: This invention relates to an automatic or semi-automatic bladder relief system, specifically designed to increase the overall sanitation and comfort for users that may require a means to dispose of their urine in the absence of other sanitary facilities due to situations such as aircraft pilots and incontinent individuals. For user comfort this invention incorporates an inflatable urine collection means that may be deflated after use. To prevent user error and failure to recharge the power unit this invention incorporates a disposable battery that is integrated into a disposable urine storage bag. This invention also utilizes a disposable urine storage bag with an isolated cleaning fluid chamber with a directional valve system and directional pump system that automatically rinses and sanitizes the pump, hoses, collection means and the user with a cleaning fluid stored in the cleaning fluid chamber of the disposable urine storage bag.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2004
    Publication date: June 2, 2005
    Inventor: Mark Harvie