Patent ID: 6296627
Filing Date: 2001-10-02
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
An apparatus for receiving and containing urine configured for use by a person using a float tube, comprising:a substantially flexible housing comprised of a first panel having an outer perimeter, a distal end and a proximal end, a second panel having an outer perimeter, a distal end and a proximal end, said first and second panels secured relative to one another along a substantial portion of said outer perimeters and defining a first opening at said distal ends and defining a second opening at a proximal end thereof, said first panel defining a third opening extending across a portion thereof;a fastening device secured to said first panel proximate said third opening configured for selective opening and closing of said third opening;a urine collection bag having a distal end and a proximal end positioned within said housing;a first valve secured to said distal end of said bag and extending at least partially through said first opening;a tube having a distal end and a proximal end, said distal end of said tube in fluid communication with and secured to a proximal end of said bag;a second valve attached to said bag and in fluid communication with said tube for substantially preventing fluid in said bag from entering said tube while allowing fluid in said tube to enter said bag;a urine receptacle secured to said proximal end of said tube configured to be coupling to a user for receiving urine of the user; andan attachment device secured to said housing for securing said housing to the gear of the user.