Condoms Patents (Class 128/844)
  • Publication number: 20140202467
    Abstract: The Condom Cover Shield (CCS) is a flexible tube that is fitted over a condom during the condom manufacturing process. This protective closed end tube is rolled up with the new condom therefore allowing the condom/shield combination to be installed onto the penis in the same manner a condom alone is installed. Once the condom/shield is installed the shield is slipped off leaving an installed condom with an untouched exterior surface. A lubricant will be placed between the condom and cover shield to allow for easy removal of the shield after installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel James Downey
  • Patent number: 8785819
    Abstract: A heating device includes a housing, a thermally conductive receptacle, a cover, a heating element, a temperature sensor, a user interface and a power source. The thermally conductive receptacle is disposed within the housing and is accessible through an opening. The thermally conductive receptacle is sized to receive, completely contain and heat a container containing a product used in sexual activities. The cover is attached to the housing and is disposed over the opening to provide access to the thermally conductive receptacle and enclose the container containing the product. The heating element is disposed within the housing, and is connected to the thermally conductive receptacle. The temperature sensor is disposed within the housing and is connected to the heating element or the thermally conductive receptacle. The controller is disposed within the housing and is electrically connected to the heating element, the temperature sensor, and the user interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventors: Stephen J. Madigan, Larry Eugene Hess
  • Patent number: 8770201
    Abstract: Condoms having an elastomeric layer and coating containing an anhydrous warming lubricant and at least one or more ingredients dispersed therein, the coating being disposed on one or both surfaces are provided. The ingredients disposed on the elastomeric layer can be solid particles or encapsulated ingredients that are insoluble in the anhydrous warming lubricant and soluble in water. Methods of producing and using these condoms are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: GlycoBioSciences Inc.
    Inventors: Michael S. Zedalis, Beng Sim Chuah, David M. Lucas, Angela M. Shiokawa, Jose R. Siqueira, Dave Narasimhan
  • Publication number: 20140174450
    Abstract: A condom having an indicia disposed on the lower side of the roll when the condom is in the rolled configuration. Preferably, the indicia is a fluorescent marking disposed on the inner side of the condom disposed at a location so that, when the condom is in the rolled configuration, the indicia is visible from the lower side only. More preferably, the indicia is a ring-shaped marking extending about the inner side of the tubular body. In this configuration, a user holding a rolled condom can easily determine which is the upper side of the roll and which is the lower side of the roll. The user may then quickly orient the condom with the lower side facing toward the penis and unroll the condom in the proper direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2014
    Publication date: June 26, 2014
    Inventor: William Thomas Mistler
  • Publication number: 20140137873
    Abstract: An improved condom is disclosed. The condom consists of an elongated resilient and flexible tube having a closed end, an open end and a cylindrical wall extending between the open and closed ends. An elongated channel is formed in fee wail and extends between die closed end and the open end. The elongated channel has a first opening adjacent the closed end of the tube and a second opening adjacent the open end of the tube. The flexible tube, channel and openings being configured such that air can be forced loan the closed end, through the elongated channel and out the open end alter the condom is worn by progressively pressing against the condom in the vicinity of the channel from the closed end towards the open end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2012
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventor: Shawn Wright
  • Publication number: 20140130806
    Abstract: A condom assembly includes a plug and a condom. The condom has an elongated shape with an inner and an outer surface is provided. A barrier or strut is formed on the condom which prevents any liquid exchange between the inner and outer surfaces during the use of the condom. The plug is disk shaped and has a circumferential groove receiving the bead of the condom. A sealing member is provided that forms a seal in the groove between the plug and the bead of the condom. A cover may be provided to fit over the plug. Alternatively, an assembly is provided with a condom and a cover, the plug being omitted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2013
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Inventor: Leon B. KASSMAN
  • Publication number: 20140109917
    Abstract: Polymeric articles, such as condoms or gloves, including a decoration, are disclosed. The polymeric article comprises at least two polymeric layers, and a decoration comprising at least one of a polymeric film, a decal or a temporary tattoo is disposed between the at least two polymeric layers. Methods for manufacturing polymeric articles including a decoration are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: Ansell Limited
    Inventors: KC Nguyen, Beng Sim Chuah, Chayaporn Pongthanomsak, Chintana Netrung, Matthew Steven Groskorth, Utain Pattanapradit, Paul D'Aguiar
  • Publication number: 20140096776
    Abstract: A prophylactic device having a base substrate for adhering to a glans of a penis, and a reservoir cap having a reservoir and a flange for adhering to the base substrate. The base substrate may be a thin polyurethane film coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive for adhering to the skin of the glans. The flange of the reservoir cap has a pressure-sensitive adhesive for adhering to the base substrate. A security ring is also provided for adhering to and covering the junction of the bottom edge of the flange and base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2012
    Publication date: April 10, 2014
    Inventor: Charles A. Powell, III
  • Publication number: 20140090650
    Abstract: An elastomeric condom device including a tubular portion to cover the shaft of the penis, the tubular portion having a first thickness; a pouch portion to cover the scrotum, the pouch portion having a second thickness; and a middle portion provided between the tubular and pouch portions, the middle portion having a thickness that is at least double the thickness of the thickest of the first and second thicknesses. The middle portion includes an opening for insertion of the penis and scrotum, the opening defined by an elastic ring of heavier construction than the middle portion, wherein when the condom is in place over the male genitalia the elastic ring is positioned around the base of the penis and the scrotum at the torso of the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Applicant: PITTSBURGH AIDS TASK FORCE
    Inventor: David T. Brunner
  • Publication number: 20140076329
    Abstract: A male condom skin dressing, a kit, and a method of using it. The skin dressing may include a waterproof, generally conically-shaped shell having a base portion and a tip portion, and securing material circumferentially wrapped around at least the base portion of the shell to aid in releasably securing the shell. The securing material may be flexible adhesive strips or elastic material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventor: Anthony D. Rhodes
  • Patent number: 8667968
    Abstract: This invention relates to condoms, prophylactics and contraceptive devices made of silicone rubber having a body comprising a plurality of sections that are capable of folding telescopically, such that each section folds into an adjoining section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Resnic
  • Patent number: 8651110
    Abstract: A condom, including a non-porous sheath member, having an open end and a rounded end, and shaped to cover the glans and body portion of a penis, and at least one rib having at least one outer portion and at least one inner portion, wherein the at least one outer portion is attachedly fixed to said non-porous sheath member, and wherein an inner cylinder formed by at the at least one inner portion is exclusive from said non-porous sheath member, and including at least one lubricant within the inner cylinder and at least one hole extending from the inner cylinder through the outer portion to provide for flow of the lubricant outwardly from the inner cylinder through the at least one hole pursuant to application of a predetermined pressure, wherein the at least one rib extends at least one of substantially from the open end to the closed end and substantially about a circumference of the non-porous sheath member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Inventor: Lap Shun Hui
  • Patent number: 8646451
    Abstract: A condom having an indicia disposed on the lower side of the roll when the condom is in the rolled configuration. Preferably, the indicia is a fluorescent marking disposed on the inner side of the condom disposed at a location so that, when the condom is in the rolled configuration, the indicia is visible from the lower side only. More preferably, the indicia is a ring-shaped marking extending about the inner side of the tubular body. In this configuration, a user holding a rolled condom can easily determine which is the upper side of the roll and which is the lower side of the roll. The user may then quickly orient the condom with the lower side facing toward the penis and unroll the condom in the proper direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Inventor: William Thomas Mistler
  • Publication number: 20140007883
    Abstract: A condom including a polymeric sheath, and one or more features including a polymeric composition disposed thereon, the one or more feature optionally having a color different than that of the polymeric sheath, is disclosed. Apparatus and methods for manufacturing a textured condom are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2013
    Publication date: January 9, 2014
    Inventors: KC NGUYEN, CHAYAPORN PONGTHANOMSAK, BENG SIM CHUAH
  • Publication number: 20130319425
    Abstract: A condom, container and applicator for a condom, in which the condom is provided in a longitudinally expandable cup having a peel-off lid. The cup is typically formed of plastic material. The side wall of the container is expandable, and can include accordion-like pleats to allow for longitudinal expansion of the cup. The condom is placed in the cup such that it can be directly applied to the penis while still in the cup, and the cup used as an applicator to unroll the condom over at least the head of the penis by expanding the side wall of the cup. The disclosure also relates to a dispenser for storing and dispensing the condom containers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Applicant: Peak A Holdings, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick H. Osborne, Russell B. Boy
  • Publication number: 20130298913
    Abstract: A condom-containing underwear includes a body portion for receiving a wearer's waist and covering at least 30 percent of the wearer's abdominal area; and a condom portion connected to the body portion and for receiving a penis. The body portion may include a shell and a lining. The lining may be detachable from the shell. The condom portion may be collapsible such that it takes the form of a penis only upon a full insertion of the penis within the condom portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Inventors: Darryl W. Dixon, JR., Dante A. Dixon
  • Publication number: 20130291873
    Abstract: A synthetic polyisoprene latex emulsion has pre-vulcanization composition and post vulcanization composition. The pre-vulcanization composition comprises soluble sulfur with high S8 ring structure that is catalytically broken by a zinc dithiocarbamate. Surfactants present in the pre-vulcanization composition wets synthetic polyisoprene particles and permeates small sized sulfur and accelerator molecules into the interior of these particles thereby pre-vulcanizing the particles. The degree of pre-vulcanization is verified by isopropanol index test. The latex emulsion has post-vulcanization composition with accelerators that crosslink inter-particle region during post vulcanization cure cycle. The dipped synthetic polyisoprene article is substantially uniformly cured both in the inter-particle and intra-particle regions and reliably exhibits high cross link density, uniform distribution of double bonds in TEM and zinc segregation at the boundaries or original particles by electron microprobe analysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: David M. Lucas, Sugarth Amarasekera, Dave Narasimhan, Adeline Ai Lin Kung
  • Patent number: 8568753
    Abstract: A microbicidal delivery system including: a microbicidal composition including a microbicidal compound including a dendrimer including one or more surface groups of formula (IV); a microbicidally active derivative thereof, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof; and a carrier, excipient or diluent therefor; and a prophylactic device; the microbicidal composition being carried on a surface of the prophylactic device and being compatible therewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Assignee: Starpharma Pty Limited
    Inventors: Owen Timothy Grogan, Thomas David McCarthy
  • Publication number: 20130269708
    Abstract: An elongated male condom is constructed with a basic latex sheath, and least partially covered by a sponge-like material for moisture absorption. The sponge-like material is covered by a smooth latex layer having multiple apertures for moisture migration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2013
    Publication date: October 17, 2013
    Inventor: Brian Ivory
  • Publication number: 20130269707
    Abstract: An elongated male condom is constructed with a basic latex sheath, and least partially covered by a sponge-like material for moisture absorption. The sponge-like material is covered by a smooth latex layer having multiple apertures for moisture migration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2013
    Publication date: October 17, 2013
    Inventor: Brian Ivory
  • Patent number: 8491461
    Abstract: A prophylactic prosthesis assembly for assisting in providing the semblance of an erection includes a body that has a first end, a second end, and a perimeter wall that extends between the first and second ends. The perimeter wall forms a hollow cylinder and each of the first and second ends is open. A two part epoxy includes a plurality of first compounds and a plurality of second compounds positioned discretely in the first and second channels. The body is comprised of a resiliently stretchable material. A head has an attached end, a free end and an exterior wall. The body has a penis removably inserted into it and the body is deformed and compressed to mix together the first and second compounds such that the body becomes semi-rigid after the first and second compounds chemically react to form a thermosetting polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Inventor: Peter Veslocki
  • Publication number: 20130174852
    Abstract: This invention relates to a condom made of silicone rubber having interlocking rings for holding the condom in a collapsed configuration to facilitate insertion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2012
    Publication date: July 11, 2013
    Inventor: Daniel Resnic
  • Publication number: 20130160774
    Abstract: The claimed subject matter provides a prophylactic device that includes a condom portion or section and an integrated shield. The condom and the shield are combined together such that the shield and the condom are made from the same material and are a single piece/sheet of material. In other words, the condom and the shield are combined to form a single prophylactic device that cannot be separated (e.g., not two separate devices).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2012
    Publication date: June 27, 2013
    Inventor: Robert J. SCHUMAN
  • Publication number: 20130152943
    Abstract: Condoms, condom formers, and methods for forming condoms are disclosed. A condom includes an open end, a closed end, a tubular sheath extending from the open end to the closed end, a tip portion adapted to cover a glans of a penis, disposed adjacent to the closed end, and a plurality of raised features disposed on the tubular sheath, having a top surface area and a base surface area, wherein the total raised top surface area is greater than the total base surface area of the condom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2012
    Publication date: June 20, 2013
    Applicant: ANSELL LIMITED
    Inventor: Ansell Limited
  • Patent number: 8464719
    Abstract: A synthetic polyisoprene latex emulsion has pre-vulcanization composition and post vulcanization composition. The pre-vulcanization composition comprises soluble sulfur with high S8 ring structure that is catalytically broken by a zinc dithiocarbamate. Surfactants present in the pre-vulcanization composition wets synthetic polyisoprene particles and permeates small sized sulfur and accelerator molecules into the interior of these particles thereby pre-vulcanizing the particles. The degree of pre-vulcanization is verified by isopropanol index test. The latex emulsion has post-vulcanization composition with accelerators that crosslink inter-particle region during post vulcanization cure cycle. The dipped synthetic polyisoprene article is substantially uniformly cured both in the inter-particle and intra-particle regions and reliably exhibits high cross link density, uniform distribution of double bonds in TEM and zinc segregation at the boundaries or original particles by electron microprobe analysis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Assignee: Ansell Healthcare Products LLC
    Inventors: David M. Lucas, Sugath Amarasekera, Dave Narasimhan, Adeline Ai Lin Kung
  • Patent number: 8443809
    Abstract: A condom, including a non-porous sheath member, having an open end and a rounded end, and shaped to cover the glans and body portion of a penis, and at least one rib having at least one outer portion and at least one inner portion, wherein the at least one outer portion is attachedly fixed to said non-porous sheath member, and wherein an inner cylinder formed by at the at least one inner portion is exclusive from said non-porous sheath member, and including at least one lubricant within the inner cylinder and at least one hole extending from the inner cylinder through the outer portion to provide for flow of the lubricant outwardly from the inner cylinder through the at least one hole pursuant to application of a predetermined pressure, wherein the at least one rib extends at least one of substantially from the open end to the closed end and substantially about a circumference of the non-porous sheath member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Inventor: Lap Shun Hui
  • Publication number: 20130123310
    Abstract: The invention provides novel compositions and compounds that inhibit CatSper channel activity, that preferentially inhibits sperm hyperactivity over sperm motility, or both. The compounds of the invention are useful as contraceptive agents that may be adminstered to males, females, or concurrently to both sexual partners. The invention further provides methods of conducting drug discovery business and of conducting a reproductive medicine business. The invention also provides methods of identifying compounds that modulate sperm hypermotility.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2012
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Applicant: HYDRA BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventor: Hydra Biosciences, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20130104905
    Abstract: Disclosed therein is a condom including a gel pad cap detachably fit to an inlet ring of the condom to thereby stop an inlet of the condom in a state where the condom is rolled, the gel pad cap containing a gel therein. The gel pad cap (20) includes a pad body (21) and a pad lid (23) which are separably joined, and the pad body (21) stores a gel therein and has an inlet (22) formed at a front flank of the pad body (21) joined to the pad lid (23) for discharging the gel to the outside.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2010
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventor: Il Chul Shin
  • Publication number: 20130104904
    Abstract: A condom, including a non-porous sheath member, having an open end and a rounded end, and shaped to cover the glans and body portion of a penis, and at least one rib having at least one outer portion and at least one inner portion, wherein the at least one outer portion is attachedly fixed to said non-porous sheath member, and wherein an inner cylinder formed by at the at least one inner portion is exclusive from said non-porous sheath member, and including at least one lubricant within the inner cylinder and at least one hole extending from the inner cylinder through the outer portion to provide for flow of the lubricant outwardly from the inner cylinder through the at least one hole pursuant to application of a predetermined pressure, wherein the at least one rib extends at least one of substantially from the open end to the closed end and substantially about a circumference of the non-porous sheath member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2012
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventor: Lap Shun Hui
  • Publication number: 20130056008
    Abstract: A protection device can include a first, barrier layer of moisture-proof material and a second, absorbing layer of absorbent material with respective openings therein for receiving a penis of a sexual partner during intercourse. The barrier layer is provided adjacent to the male sexual partner, and the absorbing layer material is provided adjacent to the female sexual partner. The absorbing material may absorb bodily fluids from intercourse while the barrier layer prevents such bodily fluids from reaching the male sexual partner, for example, to protect clothing or prevent bodily contact. The barrier and absorbing layers may have the same size in plan view. Alternatively, the barrier layer may be larger than the absorbing layer to provide an increased region of protection from bodily fluids. The protection device may also be provided with a condom, separately or coupled to the barrier and/or absorbing layers, to enhance protection from bodily fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: LECARE, LLC
    Inventors: GEORGE BONE, Ronald Jones
  • Patent number: 8365738
    Abstract: The present invention comprises articles of manufacture including a disposable condom and personal container comprising a condom compartment enclosing one or more condoms immersed in either a personal lubricant or sexually stimulating lubricant removably adjoined to at least one lubricant compartment. The compartments are constructed of a packaging material comprising properties that conduct heat and hermetically sealed. The condom compartment comprises a seal positioned on the top wall that is removed or opened for the purpose of gaining access to the contents. The personal lubricant compartment comprises a discharge element through which the contents of the compartment are discharged by activating a removable dispenser that fits within the element. The contents of the compartments may be heated by a device in which the compartments are seated. The temperature of the contents may be monitored with the aid of a temperature sensing aid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Inventors: Stephen J. Madigan, Larry Eugene Hess
  • Publication number: 20130014764
    Abstract: A foreskin-retaining device for an intact penis improves upon known devices by including a retaining section on an inner surface of the device, the retaining section having protrusions for contacting and holding the retracted foreskin. The protrusions may be rings, nodes, dull barbs, or a combination thereof. An adhesive may also be applied in the retaining section. The retaining section may be slightly wider than the rest of the device to provide the space needed to hold the loose skin. The device may have the characteristics of a condom, such as a flared head and reservoir tip, or may be used in conjunction with a condom for contraceptive purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventor: Aleq Rojas
  • Patent number: 8353887
    Abstract: A sperm collection device includes an open/close unit including two open/close members openably and closably supported about a hinge and core pieces supported by the open/close members. The core pieces are configured to open and close with the open/close members and to form an insertion space when the open/close members are closed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: Tenga Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tsutomu Matsuura
  • Publication number: 20120325222
    Abstract: The invention provides a condom made of latex with a skin tone appearance wherein said skin tone is selected from within a spectrum of skin tones. The invention also provides a condom array including plural skin toned condoms, said array suitable to allow a user to select a condom having a particular skin tone, said array comprising a plurality of condoms, each made of latex and each having a skin tone, at least one of said condoms having a different skin tone from another of the condoms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventor: Alesa J. Carr
  • Publication number: 20120305004
    Abstract: A male contraceptive device includes a condom-like sheath that is placed over the male genital member and has a flavor-infusing agent disposed within the distal end. The distal end is operable to release, eject, or secrete the flavor-altered semen during male ejaculation. The condom-like sheath is shaped to elastically conform to the elongated shape of a male genital member. The sheath has an open proximal end for receiving the male genital member and the distal end has a distal tip that is selectively closed. The distal tip defines a reservoir containing the flavor-infusing agent and is operable, upon pressure of seminal fluid entering the reservoir, to cause the flavor profile or characteristic of the seminal fluid to be altered and to permit the release of the seminal fluid that has entered the reservoir.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventor: Linda Levy
  • Publication number: 20120272971
    Abstract: An extension condom includes a first thin elastic tubular sheath having an open end and a closed end, a sperm containment cell, a second thin elastic tubular sheath connected to the closed end of the first tubular sheath, and an extension material configured to provide an appearance and feel of a longer penis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2011
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Inventors: Mark Melnick, Marina Melnick
  • Publication number: 20120270936
    Abstract: A composition, employed topically for its microbicidal, spermatocidal activity upon application to the human genitalia and/or anorectal area, and the relief from symptoms of local inflammation and infection incorporates L-Ascorbic acid in a concentration of about 2% to about 25% wt/vol, within an acidic range or pH level of about 4.0 to 2.0 pH respectively, in an aqueous solution with a pharmaceutically acceptable liquid carrier. In alternative exemplary includes a synergistic antioxidant and further incorporates enhancing bioactive ingredients. The method for topical application of the composition includes douche, rinse, cream, gel, suppository, saturated tampon and externally saturated condom for treatment of the vagina; drops, spray, cleansing wipe, cream, gel and internally saturated condom for treatment of the penis; and cleansing wipe, gel, suppository and externally saturated condom for male genitalia and rectum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2012
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Inventor: Joseph Di Bartolomeo
  • Publication number: 20120260922
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a topical pharmaceutical composition which comprises a compound of formula (I), such as hydroxytyrosol, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, prodrug or isomer thereof, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier wherein R1, R2 and R3 take different values, and the use of said composition as 10 medicament in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), such as HIV-infection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2010
    Publication date: October 18, 2012
    Inventors: Eduardo Gómez-Acebo, José Alcami Pertejo, David Aunon Calles
  • Publication number: 20120240937
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel articles, particularly latex barrier articles, being coated with an antimicrobial coating useful to reduce the risk of cross-contamination and/or infection by harmful pathogenic microorganisms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2010
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Applicant: GlaxoSmithKline LLC
    Inventors: William Bess, Leonard Mackles
  • Patent number: 8256423
    Abstract: A condom may include pouch having a wall and a frame. The pouch may have an open end and a closed end and the frame may be positioned proximate the open end. An anchoring device may be secured to the pouch proximate the closed end. Further, a harness or accessory attachment may be provided to assist in securing the condom to a user. At least one condom accessory, for stimulating at least one of the five senses, may also be positioned on or in at least one of the pouch, frame, anchor or harness using a variety of attachment methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Inventor: Brian Osterberg
  • Patent number: 8240311
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a 3D ventilation device for separating body skin from clothes including an elastic meshed fabric, an elastic framework and a fixing device, wherein the 3D elastic framework which supports and holds the elastic meshed fabric, is fixed by the fixing device to locate between the skin and the clothes, so as to form a ventilative chamber for achieving the separation. Here, the elastic framework can be bent to adapt to different body shapes or portions and adjusted to provide most comfortable wearing angle, so that a proper air flowing can be achieved between the skin or the body portion and the clothes, thereby keeping the skin dry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Tsan-Hsiung Cheng
  • Patent number: 8236370
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides improved packaged condoms that enable the use of a large quantity of a composition inside the condom. In addition, a sufficient quantity of certain spermicidal and/or microbicidal compositions is provided for efficient inactivation of sperm and pathogens. The present disclosure also provides condoms with reduced tendency to slip or break. Compositions associated with different surfaces of the condom can be effectively segregated to their intended condom surface according to the present disclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Reprotect, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas R. Moench
  • Patent number: 8235049
    Abstract: Condom packaging comprises one or more substantially rectangular pieces of packaging material, each piece of packaging material comprising a central portion and edge portions, the edge portions being separated from the central portion by perforated areas configured to allow the edge portions to be removed, and an expansion member adjacent to or within the condom flange. The one or more pieces of packaging material surround substantially all or all of the condom, and the packaging material, when sealed with the condom inside, includes two substantially flat portions having side edges. The condom flange is attached to the packaging material and squeezing the side edges of the packaging material causes the packaging material and an open end of the condom to form a substantially cylindrical cross section, the expansion member providing rigidity and being configured to aid in formation of the substantially cylindrical cross section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Inventor: Jerrold Alan Wish
  • Publication number: 20120152258
    Abstract: This invention relates to condoms, prophylactics and contraceptive devices made of silicone rubber having a body with an open end and a closed end, a first collar proximate to the open end, a second collar adjacent to the first collar, and a series of accordion pleats on the body, wherein the accordion pleats can independently expand or contract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventor: Daniel Resnic
  • Patent number: 8192347
    Abstract: An artificial insemination device may include a condom having a sheath and a reinforced cup that caps one end of the sheath, thereby having an inner concave surface and an outer convex surface; and a delivery handle comprising an elongate extension sized, shaped, shaped to contact the outer convex surface of the condom cup.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: Rinovum Women's Health, Inc.
    Inventor: Stephen August Bollinger
  • Patent number: 8181654
    Abstract: A ring structure for rolling a tubular region of a condom. A condom held and rolled on a ring includes a rigid ring, a lubricant layer, and a rotor. As an opening in the tubular region of the condom is expanded, the rigid ring is sheathed via the lubricant layer with the rubber tube. The rubber tube rotates in the ring and the ring is removable after placement of the condom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2012
    Inventor: Yasushi Kanno
  • Publication number: 20120121838
    Abstract: This invention relates to an elastomeric article with improved lubricity and donnablity and reduced stickiness/tackiness. According to the methods of the invention, the internal surface of the elastomeric article is coated with a polyisoprene coating. The coating of the invention is formed from synthetic polyisoprene rubber that may or may not contain minor amounts of other components. The coating is preferably directly bonded to the underlying elastomeric article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2012
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: ALLEGIANCE CORPORATION
    Inventors: Seong Fong CHEN, Shiping Wang, Wei Cheong Wong, Chuang Sim Chong
  • Patent number: 8166975
    Abstract: A package housing a condom and dispenser for holding the peripheral wall of the condom folded into a tubular accordion stack and operable upon application of a predetermined force to the closed end of the condom to meter the folds in progression.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Inventor: Marcus Morgan
  • Publication number: 20120073580
    Abstract: Condoms are disclosed, which include an open end defining a base, a closed end defining an apex, a tubular sheath extending from the base to the apex, a tip portion, adapted to cover a glans of a penis, disposed adjacent to the apex, a bottom portion extending from the base portion to the tip portion, the tubular sheath including an inside surface defining a circumference; and a plurality of integrally formed ribs or protrusions disposed on at least one of the tip portion, the base portion, or the bottom portion of the tubular sheath and forming an undulating pattern around the circumference.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Applicant: ANSELL LIMITED
    Inventors: BENG SIM CHUAH, BURTON VAN ROOYEN, JAMIE ASHWORTH, KC NGUYEN, CHAYAPORN PONGTHANOMSAK, NGO CHOON YONG, BUNJONG KENGKHETKORN
  • Publication number: 20120073579
    Abstract: A male contraceptive device includes a condom-like sheath that is placed over the male genital member and has a flavorful formulated solution disposed inside the distal tip. The distal tip is operable to release, eject, or secrete the formulated solution during male ejaculation. The condom-like sheath is shaped to elastically conform to the elongated shape of a male genital member. The sheath has an open proximal end for receiving the male genital member and a distal end that has a distal tip that is selectively closed. The distal tip defines a reservoir containing an ingestible flavored solution and is operable to permit the release of a composition of the flavored solution and any seminal fluid that has entered the reservoir.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2010
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventor: Linda Levy