With Inflatable Or Liquid-containing Chambers Patents (Class 450/38)
  • Publication number: 20090270013
    Abstract: The inventions relates to a garment that combines a foam cup, underwire bra combined with a tank top overlay made of a Lycra® blend or lace fabric for the tank top. The bra function is provided by underwires and specially formed foam cups for support and shaping of the breasts. The tank top portion of the garment is attached to one of the shoulder straps which are diagonally fixed to the tank top portion of the garment. The tank top portion of the invention is attached from each side as well as the bottom of the garment, in a unique “turn-under” sewing technique. A lace or combination Lycra® mix fabric attaches from the outside of the cups to the lace band at the back of the garment. This garment is used under low cut dresses and blouses, to cover cleavage and décolletage, which is an employment standard for many companies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2009
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Inventors: Andrea T. Clair, Anastasios Koskinas
  • Publication number: 20090239444
    Abstract: In a bra having a pair of cups each with a central area and a lower perimeter area, the improvement of an asymmetric underwire arrangement including one shorter curved underwire extending in the lower perimeter area of one cup, and one longer curved underwire extending in the lower perimeter area of the other cup, the underwires each having inner ends that are adjacent each other at a central location where the pair of cups meet, and outer ends that are spaced away from each other, the inner end of the longer underwire extending further into the central location than that of the shorter underwire for enhancing cleavage for a woman wearing the bra.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2008
    Publication date: September 24, 2009
    Inventors: Kathy Perman, Ann Armstrong, Nathalie Martinet
  • Patent number: 7552734
    Abstract: Wearable Drinking Garment is a series of inner skeletal tubes lined together and attached to form an X that straps flat around the chest, back and under arm area, with sipping tube at top end and airflow stub tube at bottom end; covered and protected by inner insulated lining to lock in temperature of water/liquid in extreme weather conditions; outer mesh lining for heavy resistance against rough and extreme activities. These three together form the X-shape Vest that locks onto the body, can go under or over clothing, is hands free and lightweight with water flowing through a series of flat tubes, giving an evenly balanced comfortable glove-tight fit to the body, with easy slip on/off convenience. Compete at higher levels while never stopping to get a drink. Second generation has oxygen tubes, mini tank for better breathing, ie: medical purposes, diving, space travel, short/long term mining and more.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2009
    Inventor: Shawn Maurice Adams
  • Publication number: 20090156095
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides an improved safety bra support comprising an arc-shaped steel wire in which the special characteristic is that at least the two ends of the underwire are enclosed with at least one set of thermal contractible cases made of polymeric materials. The thermal contractible case's external end is a soft tube which protrudes out of the end of the arc-shaped underwire, and such a soft tube is bendable and flexible, ensuring the tip of the underwire be placed at the end stitches of the sleeve. Because the above described structure is used, the present disclosure not only can effectively prevent injuries to users caused by the ends of the underwire poking through the sleeve of the bra support, but can also provide a seamless and natural fit, and the utmost comfort to wear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2007
    Publication date: June 18, 2009
    Inventor: Suilung Cheung
  • Publication number: 20090130952
    Abstract: A bra pad is combined selectively from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) films, silicone gel material or silicone gel material layers, lightweight material layers and cloth layers. The TPU films are configured for containing the silicone gel material to make the silicone gel material layer form a concave cup. A space defined in the concave cup is configured for combining the lightweight material layer. The lightweight material layer has an opposite side surface attaching to the cloth layer to form the bra pad. The present bra pad employs the silicone gel material layer to make it have excellent tactility and comfortable, and employs the lightweight material layer to decrease the weight. Furthermore, the cloth layer is configured for increase the breathe capability and the heat-dissipating capability to make the users more comfortable and no burthen when being carried for a long time or in sports.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Inventor: Hui-Mei Chen
  • Publication number: 20090117824
    Abstract: A bra cup includes an outer cloth, an inner cloth, and a layer of high-molecular polymer between the inner and outer cloths. The layer of high-molecular polymer includes a perimeter having first and second edges spaced in a length direction and upper and lower edges spaced in a height direction perpendicular to the length direction. The layer of high-molecular polymer further includes a perforate area having a plurality of vents each extending from an outer face through an inner face thereof. The perforate area extends from the upper edge through the lower edge in the height direction. The perforate area further extends from a center of the first layer of high-molecular polymer toward the first and second edges in the length direction and has a length at least two-thirds of that of the layer of high-molecular polymer in the length direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2008
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventor: Jin-Yi Jian
  • Publication number: 20090098802
    Abstract: A brassiere pad assembly is provided for use in a brassiere for delivering optimal support, aesthetic enhancement and health benefits including a first panel comprised of a flexible material having a plurality of perforations and a bottom edge. A second panel is provided having an interior surface and an exterior surface, the second panel having at least a bottom edge affixed to at least the bottom edge of the first panel. A third panel is provided comprising a membrane defining a cavity having at least one attachment means formed therein, the third panel being placed between the first and second panels and having at least a bottom edge affixed to the second panel. An insertable element may be provided configured to be receivable and securable within the cavity of the third panel for imparting skin therapeutic benefits to a wearer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2007
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Inventor: Tania Alessandra Talamo
  • Publication number: 20080305714
    Abstract: An apparatus comprising a first cup and a second cup. The first cup may comprise (i) an inner shell selected from a number of available cup sizes and (ii) an outer shell selected from a number of available cup sizes. The inner shell of the first cup and the outer shell of the first cup may be shaped from a first solid piece of flexible material. The second cup may comprise (i) an inner shell selected from the number of available cup sizes and (ii) an outer shell selected from the number of available cup sizes. The inner shell of the second cup and the outer shell of the second cup may be shaped from a second solid piece of flexible material. The inner shell of the first cup and the inner shell of the second cup may be different cup sizes and the outer shell of the first cup and the outer shell of the second cup may be the same cup size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2008
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Inventor: Mary C. Sobah-Wilhelm
  • Patent number: 7445599
    Abstract: A system to aid in ultrasound scanning of breast tissue includes a fabric covering, which is adapted to hold the breast tissue in place during scanning, an ultrasonic coupling agent applied to one of the covering or the breast tissue, and a lenticular-shaped pad to cover the nipple of the breast tissue. The pad is placed beneath and held in place by the fabric covering, and the covering is capable of absorbing the coupling agent and conducting ultrasonic energy with minimal interference.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: SonoCine, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin M. Kelly, Roger Royce
  • Publication number: 20080248718
    Abstract: A brassiere based invention of two bladders for collecting, storing, transporting and dispensing liquid. Each bladder has a sealable mouth for filling and a slitted nipple for dispensing. The mouth is an extension of the bladder, sealed when folded over for security and comfort. Each nipple is composed of a semi-flexible material with a small slit which opens when pressure and/or suction is applied and allows the liquid to flow. The bladders are inserted into the pockets of the brassiere and each nipple is secured to the brassiere. The bladders are filled with liquid through the mouth and the bladders may be removed for filling/cleaning. Once each mouth is sealed, unless a nipple is engaged the liquid remains stored within the bladders and may be transported within the brassiere. Optional fabric flaps may be attached to the exterior of the brassiere to lay over each nipple.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2007
    Publication date: October 9, 2008
    Inventors: Jacquelynn E. Henke, Michelle Apicanl, Margaret Ann Fulenwider
  • Patent number: 7413495
    Abstract: An apparatus comprising a strap portion, a first cup, and a second cup. The first cup may be connected to the strap portion and may be selected from a number of available sizes. The second cup may be connected to the strap portion and selected from a number of available sizes. The first cup and the second cup are different sizes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2008
    Inventor: Mary C. Sobah-Wilhelm
  • Publication number: 20080096464
    Abstract: A pad for a brassiere having a first film and a second film and a gel disposed between the first film the second film, is provided. The first film and the second film are molded to maintain the gel at a uniform thickness throughout. A brassiere having gel pad having a pair of panels each having a breast receiving cup is provided. Each breast receiving cup has a gel pad having a first film overlying a second film. A peripheral flange is formed where the first film and the second film are connected. A layer of gel is disposed between the first film and the second film, and the first film and the second film each have a thickness of approximately 0.0127 mm to 0.0762 mm to maintain a natural feel of the pad.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2006
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventor: Gloria Falla
  • Patent number: 7347871
    Abstract: A breast prosthesis fabricated from silicone and characterized by an outer shell shaped region and an inner shall-shaped region wherein the inner region is profiled in the form of rings arranged concentrically around the mamilla. The rings may be formed bellows-like adapted to be pushed toward one another when pressure is exerted on the prosthesis. Annularly shaped recesses and beads may be arranged between the rings. The inner region may consist of lower density silicone gel having a firmness of lower penetration value but firmer than the outer region. Preferably, the outer region is slightly thicker above the manilla than below the manilla, and may have a third shell shaped region arranged between the outer and inner shell shaped regions. A recess can be provided in the lower part of the prosthesis to define an air cushion for permitting silent release of air from the prosthesis responsive to pressure applied against the prosthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2008
    Assignee: THAMERT Orthopadische Hifsmittel GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Reinhold Schneider-Nieskens
  • Patent number: 7309275
    Abstract: A brassiere incorporating at least one gel pack positioned to provide thermal therapy to a breast. Located within the breast cup construction are one or more cells of thermal gel packs designed to dispense thermal therapy to the breast, preferably cold therapy. The gel sac or sacs form an integral part of the garment sandwiched between layers of material forming the interior and exterior of the garment. The respective breast cup gel sac can be formed to partially or fully encompass the breast or segmented into a plurality of segregated sacs having padding positioned therebetween forming gel sac support. The garment closure means is easily moved between a worn engaged state and disengaged state for removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2007
    Inventor: James Morales
  • Patent number: 7278899
    Abstract: An adhesive bra element comprising a support member having an outer surface and an inner surface, and comprising at least one of a foam and a gel, an adhesive layer disposed over a substantial area of the inner surface of the support member, wherein the bra element includes a shaped cup portion and an upper extension portion extending from an upper end of the cup portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignee: Brazabra Corporation
    Inventor: Theodore L. Davis
  • Patent number: 7275977
    Abstract: A therapeutic bra (100) for reducing breast tissue inflammation in a woman who has recently undergone breast surgery. The therapeutic bra (100) is made up of a sports bra (110), which comprises a front breast section (120), opposite bra sides (140, 160), first (180) and second (200) shoulder straps, and a rear section (220) located between the first (140) and second (160) opposite bra sides. The front breast section (120) comprises an outer layer (260) made up of hook and loop fastener material (125) such as hooks, loops, alone or in combination, and a therapeutic pouch (115). The therapeutic pouch (115) comprises front (280) and rear (300) sides, an opening (320), and an interior (330) accessible via opening (320). The rear side (300) is at least partly covered with complementary hooks, loops, alone or in combination (310) to reversibly attach to the outer layer (260).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2007
    Inventor: Rhonda Rhodes
  • Patent number: 7252574
    Abstract: An integral thermo-press complex brassiere cup structure. The structure includes an external lining body, an internal lining body, a bag, a bag covering layer coupled on the surface of the bag made of a soft poor thermal conductor, and a material adhering layer disposed at the attaching surface of the internal and external lining bodies. The material adhering layer adheres the surface of the bag covering layer at an appropriate position between the internal and external lining bodies, and places both internal and external lining bodies into a high-temperature thermo-press mold for an integral molding process. The heat produced by the high-temperature mold is conducted through the internal and external lining bodies and delayed or blocked by the bag covering layer as to weaken the heat conducted to the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2007
    Inventor: Chin Tang Chen
  • Patent number: 7214121
    Abstract: The present invention is to provide an improved resilient bra cup structure with adjustable stiffness or softness, wherein the bra cup structure having at least four layers comprising a layer of stiff knitted fabric, a layer of meshed gel, a layer of resilient staple fiber, and a layer of soft knitted fabric. The layer of meshed gel is subjected to a heating process for thermally bonded between the layer of stiff knitted fabric and the layer of resilient staple fiber. Furthermore, the thermally-bonded sandwiched fabric is bonded to the layer of soft knitted fabric for forming a compound fabric to make a bra cup.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2007
    Inventor: Huei-Rong Huang
  • Patent number: 7201630
    Abstract: A method of breath-powered sustained pressure induced breast tissue expansion by way of sucking air through silicone tubes attached to semi-rigid plastic domes cushioned by sticky silicone padding and clamping or locking the air pressure inside the domes to create tension on the breasts to enlarge them over a period of at least ten weeks of wear for ten hours per day or night, further including optional improved domes with silicone padding extensions on the outer edges of the domes below the armpits and hooks in back like a bra to create an improved seal to keep the air pressure in while wearer moves about in her daily activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2007
    Inventor: April E. Cope
  • Patent number: 7144296
    Abstract: A backless, strapless breast form system to be worn in place of a traditional bra having a pair of breast forms. Each breast form includes a volume of silicone gel encased between thermoplastic film material, and a concave interior surface facing towards a user's breast having a pressure sensitive adhesive layer for securing the breast form to the user's breast. There is a connector adapted to adjoin the breast forms together, and the connector is positioned between inner sides of each of the breast forms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Inventors: David E. Chen, Jasper Chang, Alice Chang
  • Patent number: 6921316
    Abstract: A bra includes a body made of silicone rubber and having an outline for mating with that of a female bosom. The body includes a reinforcing rib formed along a perimeter thereof. A rear member is mounted to an inner side of the body. An air chamber is defined between the rear member and the body. The rear member includes a plurality of protrusions formed on an outer face thereof. The protrusions are in contact with the female bosom for massaging the female bosom. Further, gaps are formed among the protrusions for ventilation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2005
    Assignee: By-Style International Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Jin-Yi Jian
  • Patent number: 6857932
    Abstract: An improved breast form, constructed according to the principles of this invention, comprises a flexible chamber formed from a pair of polyurethane sheets that are sealed together along a perimeter edge of the chamber. A volume of silicone gel composition is sealably disposed within the flexible chamber. A fabric material is disposed over and permanently joined to a surface portion of each of the polyurethane sheets. The fabric material forms an exterior surface of the breast form, and is made from a four-way stretchable fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2005
    Assignee: Bragel International, Inc.
    Inventor: David E. Chen
  • Patent number: 6811463
    Abstract: An impact resistant woman's brassiere includes two fabric breast cups, each having pockets attached to a plurality of straps to secure the brassiere to a person's torso with a plurality of one or more removable shock absorbing removably insertable pads of high tensile strength polymer material having shape memory along with a plurality of disbursed air-filled bladders. The insert pads include a scattered plurality of vent holes, with fasteners attached to the fabric breast cups in order to anchor the pads within the pockets. Optionally, a pair of underwires are secured onto the lower portion of the breast cup. The material used for the pads is typically urethane. In addition, two or more pads may be inserted into each breast cup to enhance protection and simulate a greater bust size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Inventor: Christine Martz
  • Publication number: 20040192164
    Abstract: A narrow linear near vertical fold is formed in the lower portion of a female breast and its lips are held in abutment adhesively. A curved contact member configured for abutting the lower portion of a female breast is positionable below a nipple of the breast along the fold. A rigid pressure rib protruding from the contact member is inserted into the fold so as to cause the breast to expand upwardly forming a convex topper surface on an upper portion of the breast. The contact member is adhesively attached to the exterior surface of the breast. Other means for accomplishing the same result may be applied.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2004
    Publication date: September 30, 2004
    Inventor: Farideh Salehi Ajili
  • Patent number: 6796875
    Abstract: A system for sizing surgically implantable human breasts prostheses includes a disposable brassiere-like garment having two breast-receiving cups of predetermined size and shape, each having a pocket formed on an inner surface thereof. Disposable inflatable, flexible and resilient bladders are respectively receivable in the pockets and may be inflated and/or deflated with an associated disposable graduated syringe, either before or after insertion in the pockets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Inventor: Otto J. Placik
  • Publication number: 20040058618
    Abstract: A brassiere with replaceable cups mainly comprises cups placed on the breast and a girdle band holding the brassiere in place over the user's back and chest. The cup frame comprises two pieces of symmetrical cups and three pieces of joint elements for holding the cups in place and forming a buckling element in the central area of the cup frame. Thus, the cups of the cup frame can be replaced by joining and splitting the three pieces of joint elements for better comfort. In the mean time, the girdle band can be used even after the cups are replaced to reduce the cost for purchasing the brassieres.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2002
    Publication date: March 25, 2004
    Inventor: Chung-Ho Yang
  • Publication number: 20030224699
    Abstract: The present invention provides a falsies of reduced weight, which includes a main body and one or more air sacs. The air sac is placed in the main body, which is made of elastic gel and shaped using molds according to the cup shape. The air sac is made of ductile material. The air sac is filled with a predetermined amount of air and placed in the main body to reduce the amount of use of the elastic gel. Thereby, the cost of the elastic gel can be reduced. A falsies of reduced weight having a real touch and comfortable wear is thus formed. Moreover, the breasts can be pushed up to achieve a busty effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2002
    Publication date: December 4, 2003
    Inventor: Chin Tang Chen
  • Patent number: 6604983
    Abstract: The front section of this garment is made of silky, stretch material sewn to a cotton backing that is split so that prosthesis can be inserted. The cup is attached to an adjustable bottom strap and an adjustable shoulder strap. The bottom strap circles the area of the body just under the breast. It can have an adjustment on two sides (right and left)—the side nearest the cup only, or on both that side and the opposite side. The breast sling could also be made without mechanical adjustments on the bottom strap and simply be made in sizes small, medium and large. A thicker strap at the bottom of the cup gives extra support to the breast. The single cup is designed for women who have had mastectomies, and the cup can be made for the right or left side. Additionally, it can be turned inside out and worn on the remaining breast by women who want such support while sleeping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Inventor: Elualou Ann Denn
  • Patent number: 6544100
    Abstract: A push-up bra has an envelope between the front panel and the rear panel of the bra cups, that receives a flexible pouch containing a mixture of water and a hygroscopic agent such as 70% glycerine-30% water. The hygroscopic agent will draw moisture into the envelope preventing the volume of liquid from decreasing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Assignee: Ce Soir Lingerie Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Kathleen Nadsady, Ann Deal, Chih Jung Lee, Judy Lee
  • Patent number: 6540585
    Abstract: A ventilated padded material suitable for providing air circulation in padded lingerie is disclosed. Padded lingerie, for example, bras, typically are made from man-made materials that prevent perspiration from evaporating and then accumulates in the breast cup area. The retained perspiration causes discomfort to the wearer, as the surrounding breast area remains moist and damp. The ventilation channels or perforations in the padding material, in accordance with the principles of the present invention, enable air circulation to occur through the padding material. Increased air circulation through the padding material allows for perspiration evaporation and less accumulated perspiration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2003
    Inventor: William Lee
  • Publication number: 20030060124
    Abstract: The invention relates to a self-inflating brassiere padding for insertion in a pocket of a cup or into a cup of a brassiere to grant the user the desired appearance of enlarged breasts in a wide range of volume and shape, comprising; (a) a deflatable, preferably monoblock part made of spongy material for giving the breast any desired form, size and support; (b) an air-hermetic coating for the monoblock part making the padding airtight, which allows wide-range regulation of self-inflation volume of the padding, the coating being an integral part of the monoblock part and resulting from the property of self-skinning or a separate coating of the padding; (c) a venting opening/hole made in the coating to let atmospheric air into the padding, the opening/hole either being closed by an hermetic or air-hermetic cork or any other hermetic or air-hermetic closure means for stopping the self-inflation at any stage, or including a hermetic or air-hermetic valve, the valve providing a possibility of regulation of self-in
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2002
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Inventor: Eyal Yunkatz
  • Patent number: 6461221
    Abstract: A garment for enhancing the natural shape and size of a wearer's breasts includes left and right breast supporting cups with inflatable portions designed to direct the inflation inwardly toward a wearer's breasts while restricting expansion of the inflatable portions in an outward direction. Desirably, the inflatable portions are positioned to exert force primarily inwardly and upwardly against a lower portion of the wearer's breasts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2002
    Assignee: Myhaertbra, Inc.
    Inventors: Fred W. Stilwell, Denise R. Stilwell, Tricia M. Olsen
  • Patent number: 6394879
    Abstract: A postpartum brassiere for providing comfort to the breasts of a mother who does not breast feed. The postpartum brassiere includes a panel having an inner surface, an outer surface, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. A fastening member removably fastens the outer surface adjacent to the first side edge to the inner surface adjacent to the second side edge. The panel comprises a cloth material. The panel has a first section abutting the first side edge, a second section abutting the second side edge and a middle section positioned between the first and second sections. Each of a pair of pockets is attached to the inner surface of the panel and positioned on the middle section. Each of a pair of gel packs is positionable in one of the pockets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2002
    Inventor: Christine M. Paige
  • Patent number: 6368179
    Abstract: The present invention proposes a modified falsie structure, which comprises a container made of waterproof and flexible material. Fluid and a plurality of hollow microspheres are filled in the container. Cloth is joined on the outer surface of the container by glue, heat melting, or sewing. The container and the cloth are of circular arc shape with concave arc edges. The concave arc edges can be bent to get close to form a three-dimensional bust form. The center of the falsie can form a projecting shape and its rigidity can be enhanced so that it will not be easily deformed. Thereby the falsie of the present invention can enhance the appearance of the breasts of the user for a long time when directly placed in the brassiere. Moreover, the breasts of the user can be uniformly pressured to achieve better feeling and comfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Inventor: Hsiang Hsin Kang
  • Patent number: 6364739
    Abstract: An apparatus for assisting a two-breasted wearer of a nursing brassiere in determining which breast was most recently used for nursing or which breast should next be used for nursing. Some embodiments include a flexible element attached to the brassiere at a first end and coupled at a second end to either of two portions of the brassiere, with the coupled portion reminding the woman to use a particular breast. In other embodiments, attachment of the flexible element to a portion can restrict access to the non-preferred breast. In other embodiments, an indicator attached to the brassiere can be placed in at least two states, each indicating a preference for a particular breast. In other embodiments, an alternating release switch on the brassiere uses a toggle to automatically release a coupling element of a breast cup associated with a preferred breast.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2002
    Inventors: Michael Dutka, Lois R. Fulton
  • Patent number: 6354906
    Abstract: A brassiere having two inflatable paddings shaped like a waxing crescent and respectively installed in the two cups thereof, a connecting tube connected between the inflatable paddings, and an air inlet tube with a mouthpiece fastened to one shoulder strap thereof and connected to one inflatable padding for blowing with the mouth to inflate the inflatable paddings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2002
    Inventor: Shan Pu Liu
  • Patent number: 6346027
    Abstract: A nursing bra device for preventing breast milk from leaking through a bra. The nursing bra device includes a bra with a pair of cup frames positioned on a torso strap. Each of a pair of shoulder straps extends between one of the cup frames and the torso strap. Each of a pair of bra cups is attached to one of the cup frames such that a portion of each of the bra cups defines a flap for opening and closing an opening defined by the cup frames. Each of the flaps has a hole therein. Each of the bra cups has an inner layer and an outer layer. The inner layer comprises an absorbent material. Each of a pair of hook members is attached to one of the cup frames and selectively holds the flaps in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Inventor: Diane Merkovsky
  • Patent number: 6302760
    Abstract: The present invention proposes an air bag type brassiere, which uses a small air intake pump operated by pressing to draw external air into air bags imbedded therein so that the user can exactly adjust the air bags to the required size. Moreover, the air bags can be deflated for adjustment or storage by pressing the air relief valve on the air bags. Additionally, a number of exhaust holes are arranged at the places fused by high-frequency wave at the edges of the air bags to radiate heat generated by human body. Thereby, the user will not feel hot and moist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2001
    Assignees: Yung Sheng Wang
    Inventor: Fu Ming Dai
  • Patent number: 6296545
    Abstract: The invention relates to a functional brassiere that provides an adjustable engaging strap on the upper periphery of a human body engineered silicone rubber padding. The strap suspends the silicone rubber padding directly by engaging the adjustable engaging strap onto a shoulder strap so that the weight of the lower portion can be shared as well as assuring that the padding will not dislocate and fall due to swaying. The functional brassiere includes a silicone rubber body, a PU film, a seaming cloth, and an adjustable engaging strap, the silicone rubber body being a flexible and elastic body designed according to human body engineering to be a falsie of a “thinner upper portion and thicker lower portion” share suitable for a woman who has had a mammectomy to wear comfortably and fittably so that it will not dislocate and fall due to swaying and can restore the original plump breast and natural arc shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Inventor: Hui-Mei Chen
  • Patent number: 6283820
    Abstract: A brassiere pad comprises an external shield, an internal lining and a sealed bag part. The external shield has an outer shield layer adhering with an inner shield layer made of foamed high molecular material. A swollen central area is surrounded by the outer edge of the external shield to form a concave inward outer chamber. The internal lining is an outer lining layer made of high molecular material adhering with an inner lining layer. A swollen central area surrounded by the outer edge of the internal lining. Both outer edges are joined together. The sealed bag part is formed between the external shield and the internal lining and disposed in the outer chamber to receive liquid therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Assignee: Strong Castle Ind. Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Hui Lung Huang
  • Patent number: 6241575
    Abstract: Cups of a bra include integrated flexible bladders formed of a medical grade material having sufficient fluid integrity to hold a comestible liquid. The bladders may include a fabric sleeve. Each bladder is provided with an inlet, for purposes of filling, and an outlet for purposes of consumption. Alternatively, bladders having an appropriate geometry are filled by a manufacturer of the comestible liquid such that only an outlet is necessary. In all forms, the outlet communicates with a flexible narrow straw having a cross section which is preferably flat and elliptical.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Assignee: BoobieFlask, Inc.
    Inventor: Tracy B. Shailer
  • Patent number: 6231423
    Abstract: A push-up bra has an envelope between the front panel and the rear panel of the bra cups, that receives a flexible pouch containing a body of lubricous, malleable material such as lightly cross-linked organo-polysiloxanes containing a dispersion of lightweight, finely-divided filler such as silica. The malleable material can be molded into a shape under and/or to either side of a breast to control the shape, amount of lift and the cleft between breasts and the lubricity of the siloxane resin prevents the filler from abrading the inner wall of the pouch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Assignee: Ce Soir Lingerie Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Ann Deal, Kathleen Nadsady, Robert Jiminez
  • Patent number: 6224458
    Abstract: An improved breast pad structure includes a forming cup and a stuffed pressure-resistant bag. The forming cup has a shell shape curving inwardly in a single direction, and is internally provided with a receiving space. The stuffed pressure-resistant bag is a sealed and tough sac containing therein a fluid or semi-fluid filling of a suitable amount and positioned in the receiving space of the forming cup. The stuffed pressure-resistant bag can, by means of the support of the forming cup, forms a contoured breast pad and, after formation, constitutes a supporting portion. The supporting portion can resist deformation, damage and has a real feel, and that can prolong useful life and effectively help make the user's breasts comfortable and look beautiful and firm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Inventor: Chin-Tang Chen
  • Patent number: 6132288
    Abstract: A brassiere pad is used in a cup of a brassiere, with the brassiere pad retaining a non-flammable liquid and positioned within the cup for enhancing the appearance of the breast. The non-flammable liquid includes a humectant and a glycerine-based fluid, and the brassiere pad may include a main chamber for retaining the non-flammable liquid, and a tapered chamber connected to the main chamber by a canal to allow the liquid to pass between the tapered chamber and the main chamber. The brassiere pad may be composed of polyurethane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Assignee: G22-Altesse Co., Ltd
    Inventor: Eric T. Aerts
  • Patent number: 6110006
    Abstract: A functional bra with a silicone gum cup padding in a design consistent with human body engineering. The silicone gum cup padding includes a silicone gum body, a polyurethane (PU) film, and a seaming cloth. The silicone gum body is thin in an upper part and thick toward the lower part. The silicone gum cup padding is made by covering the silicone gum body with said PU film, evacuating the inside of the PU film, sealing said PU film, and securing the seaming cloth on the sealed silicone gum body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Inventor: Hui-Mei Chen
  • Patent number: 6102773
    Abstract: A perfumed brassiere in which solid form perfume materials are arranged on the periphery of hard support elements at the bottom edges of the cups or are insertably provided in between layers of fabric of the brassiere. Soft pieces of perfume materials are fitted into the cups or in between the fabric layers around the cups. The perfumed materials are coupled to the brassiere as a whole to send out sweet smell for a prolonged period of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventors: Li-Pin Wu, Shu-Fen Lin, Tung-Jung Wu
  • Patent number: 6095893
    Abstract: A bra includes two cups and two cells are respectively received in the two cup and located between an inner lining and an outer layer of each cup. The cells are made of air-permeable material and oil, body lotion and aromatic concentrate are received in each cell so that when wearing the bra, the oil will massage the breasts and the aromatic concentrate and the body lotion will be vaporized to gently stimulate the vessels in the breasts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Inventor: Hsien-Yih Lin
  • Patent number: 6080037
    Abstract: A pneumatically adjustable brassiere re-shapes drooping or small breasts. The brassiere includes brassiere cups of a conventional shape and are respectively composed as an integral body with a first tube made of soft synthetic resin containing a predetermined amount of ceramic material, antibiotics, and deodorizer particles and connected with a feed valve. A second tube is separately connected with an air blowing pump. The first tube has several protrusions for finger pressure therapy and several vents on an inner surface thereof. The feed valve includes a valve sheet for intake of air into the valve body with alternately opening inflow holes on the valve body, two highly elastic springs and corrugated air pumps to vibrate up and down according to a wearer's movement so as to automatically supply air to the first air tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2000
    Inventors: In-Han Lee, Byung-Up Ko
  • Patent number: 6058507
    Abstract: Inflatable articles of clothing are disclosed. Using in many cases multiple plies of material impervious to air, inflatable pockets are created. Valves may also be included to facilitate introducing air into the pockets and, if necessary, to permit their deflation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Sevylor U.S.A., Inc.
    Inventor: Konstantin Klimenko
  • Patent number: 6015332
    Abstract: A push-up bra has an envelope between the front panel and the rear panel of the bra cups, that receives a flexible pouch containing a mixture of water and a hygroscopic agent such as 70% glycerine--30% water. The hygroscopic agent will draw moisture into the envelope preventing the volume of liquid from decreasing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2000
    Assignee: Ce Soir Lingerie Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Chih-Jung Lee, Judy Lee