JP6974339B2 - Urine drain hatch for waterproof waders and bad weather gear - Google Patents

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Cross-reference of related applications
[0001] This PCT application claims the priority of the partial continuation application No. 15 / 355,580 of the application of November 18, 2016, and the partial continuation application itself is filed on June 16, 2016. The priority of the partial continuation application No. 15 / 184,119 is claimed, and the partial continuation application itself is the patent No. 9,380,814 issued on July 5, 2016 at the present time in 2015. The priority of the partial continuation application No. 14 / 948,378 of the application of November 22 is claimed, and the contents of all the applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

[0002] The present invention generally relates to fishing waders. More specifically, the invention relates to a watertight urine drainage hatch for fishing waders, bad weather gear (in other words, garments), or water sportswear.

[0003] Westwaders and chestwaders are commonly used worldwide by both fly-fishers and lure-fishers, hunters, and others. Modern waders usually have a built-in foot, often with a built-in stocking-like foot, or a neoprene-type foot or boot. Similar equipment is worn by crab fishermen or other sailors in bad weather conditions, and chest-type rain trousers with suspenders are used with a jacket on top. For fly fishing or lure fishing applications, a fishing vest is usually worn over the wader's suspender, and a bad weather jacket may also be worn over it. For example, when an angler is in Alaska, the angler wears a pair of underwear such as jeans from the top of the fleece, chest waders and suspenders, fly fishing vests, raincoats from the top of the jacket, safety belts for wading, and bears. And it is not uncommon to wear a separate belt that houses a toegarashi spray canister or pistol for protection against other wildlife.

[0004] For both fishing and bad weather gear applications, wader or rain protection garments may be worn for extended periods of time and even throughout the day. Hunting waders are also very common. Hunting waders come in a variety of camouflage patterns to accommodate hunters wading in wetlands or tundra, and even in lakes (eg, duck hunters). Another name for these systems is "Waders With Bibs", one of which is referenced by any search engine on the Internet, where you can enter the search term "wader" to obtain a wide variety of types. Manufacturers of fishing wader include Cabela's®, Orvis®, Simms®, Redball®, Hodgman®, and others. Many manufacturers are included. The wader may be a simple wader or a protective suit for rainy weather. The trousers or chest high wader may be made of rubber, even if it is made of rubber, Gore-tex®. ), Etc., may be made of the latest advanced technology breathable cloth.

[0005] Taking off the wader and all of this device for urination is really annoying. Not only is it inconvenient, but in heavy storms it can get very wet in the process. For fly-fishers in Alaska, taking off and lowering a fly-fishing vest and jacket often results in placing it on a muddy bank of the river, or worse. In addition, if the need to protect themselves from wildlife by taking off all gear occurs at the same time, anglers or hunters may temporarily lose access to firearms or bear sprays. Even if this unlucky situation never happens, it is necessary to remove the gear every time, and putting oneself in a more dangerous situation is still very disturbing to the angler or hunter.

[0006] Dehydration is another important issue that can occur in fly fishing personnel or hunters. With the advent of the latest breathable waders, it is now possible to wear waders and hike for miles. In July and August 2012, the inventor of this patent application fished extensively in rivers and streams in southeastern Alaska. The inventor has found that removing all of the gear and waders to urinate is so annoying that they tend to drink very little water. The legs were cramping and many other symptoms of dehydration appeared. This is simply a detrimental condition to the body. There is a need for anglers or hunters wearing weders to drink as much as they like and still be able to urinate quickly and efficiently.

[0007] Many attempts have already been made to address these challenges and concerns, but they have either failed or failed to bring the invention to market. Orvis® U.S. Pat. No. 7,770,235 is composed of a lightweight laminated nylon surface that utilizes tape or sonic weld to provide a durable, lightweight and comfortable wader. Explain the typical state-of-the-art fishing wader that is used. The '235 patent has no provision to facilitate urination. However, multiple patents on rubber clothing or waders disclose the function for urination. For example, US Pat. No. 291,854 given to Platt indicates an opening with a strap on the front of the wader that has creases to prevent water from entering. Naturally, this is a very crude and complicated method as compared with the present invention.

[0008] U.S. Pat. No. 2,385,816 indicates a waterproof sealed closure zipper, which is also very difficult and cumbersome to use, for example in rivers or lakes, during long-term impregnation. , Not completely waterproof.

[0009] US Pat. No. 2,570,019 shows a protrusion with a drawstring to facilitate urination. This has several obvious weaknesses. Not only is this aesthetically unacceptable, but it should also tend to be very dirty.

[0010] US Pat. No. 2,746,113 points to yet another type of waterproof zipper, which is also not completely waterproof during long-term impregnation.
[0011] US Pat. No. 2,853,758 describes a method of tightly wrapping a cloth and then tightening it to attempt a waterproof seal. It also has a structure in which it is tied with a string. Of course, all of this is very cumbersome and probably less efficient than just undressing.

[0012] U.S. Pat. No. 4,274,159 describes a type of tube with windings and a waterproof zipper. This is aesthetically unacceptable, dirty and cumbersome.
[0013] US Pat. No. 4,601,085 describes a water resistant sliding fastener, which appears to be very cumbersome and difficult to use in practice.

[0014] US Pat. No. 4,888,859 also indicates a watertight sliding fastener, which does not appear to be completely waterproof during long-term impregnation.
[0015] US Pat. No. 5,210,879 refers to a wader equipped with opening and closing means that allows anglers to urinate without the need to lower their clothes. However, this opening is in the form of a tubular member, which must be rolled and then closed using Velcro® to prevent the ingress of water. Again, this is not aesthetically pleasing and dirty, and it is doubtful whether this will actually form a watertight seal.

[0016] U.S. Pat. No. 5,444,898 describes another type of water resistant closure, which is a sliding fastener assembly and a pair of stringer tapes integrated with a waterproof cloth. include. In the field, this should be difficult to use and very difficult to close and return again.

[0017] U.S. Pat. No. 6,105,214 refers to a water resistant sliding fastener with a gripping element located along the edge. Again, this is very difficult to use and the quality seems questionable during long-term impregnation.

[0018] U.S. Pat. No. 6,223,349 describes a closure device for slit openings in water sports suits. This is a type of zipper closure that may or may not be waterproof while the whole is impregnated. In any case, this is difficult to use in the field and should be impractical for chest waders. Most weders reach far above the waist area. The drawing shown in FIG. 5 of the '349 patent is truly unrealistic. In other words, you can't open the zipper on top of a piece of clothing similar to a Levis. This is because the wader usually extends to the chest, which may have one or more pockets for holding fly fishing boxes and the like. This is a crucial issue with any zipper method, as there is really no way to open the zipper at the top in the traditional fashion. This is because the garment reaches well above the groin area. Zippering the entire garment, from the chest to the groin, then requires pockets, safety belts and suspenders that quickly become extremely impractical.

[0019] US Pat. No. 6,317,893 is a good example of a prior art wader with a safety belt 24 and a suspender 14. This particular invention has no provision for urination, but exhibits the difficulty of removing and pulling down the wader. If a person wearing a wader slips into a river or lake, the legs of the wader will fill up with water very quickly, and that water will instantly put a lot of weight on the system and be life-threatening. The wader safety belt 24 is extremely important because of the above. Therefore, one or more wader belts 24 or wader belts 18 are worn to prevent water from entering the system in this way. Even if the water is not life-threatening, it will definitely wet the underwear, the wearer will be very wet and will spend the rest of the day miserably.

[0020] U.S. Pat. Nos. 6,363,531 and 6,438,757 indicate types of waterproof zippers. The '757 patent indicates a zipper that is adapted to have a flap enclosure on top, so that the zipper does not need to be zippered all the way to the chest area. However, the next problem that arises is that it results in a very narrow slit in terms of the opening sufficient to allow convenient urination.

[0021] U.S. Pat. No. 6,389,598 describes a sealable and accessible wader system. This particular invention attempts to create a wader material that forms an opening. Detachable, separate and independent closure elements are removable from the wader. This creates a problem in that the closure element must be placed on the ground or held by the user's hand while urinating. This is awkward and can be difficult to operate when used. If the closure element is placed on the ground, it can later interfere with the watertight seal when the closure element becomes dirty and then reattached. There is no provision for attaching the closure element to the wader in a location that does not interfere with the urination process. Further, this particular invention discloses or teaches how such a structure would be manufactured when the wader material is not a suitable material to be used to form a watertight hatch. Not. Since the wader material is not substantially rigid, it is substantially flexible, flexible and loose, and does not maintain its shape. The disclosure of this patent does not allow one of ordinary skill in the art to actually practice the invention, as the structure cannot be manufactured or function in practice.

[0022] Therefore, a convenient access hatch on the wader or equivalent garment that can be easily flipped open and allows the wearer to urinate without removing any of the other garments, belts or equipment. It is required to provide. None of the prior art shows an encapsulation enclosure area with a hinged lid that can be opened quickly. The present invention provides a hinged access cover, which can be circular, elliptical, or in many shapes to provide a waterproof encapsulation that is reliable when closed. It is provided with a quick release snap so that it can be opened very easily. The openings are large enough to conveniently access the underwear and urinate, and the entire system does not have tubes or tunnels that can become dirty during urination. In addition, the access cover is provided with a convenient attachment mechanism so that it can be kept out of the way during the process. The access cover is easily closed by repositioning and fitting to re-form the waterproof seal of the wader or garment. The present invention meets the requirements discussed above and provides other related advantages.

An exemplary embodiment of the invention is a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders that include a sealable opening for draining body fluid, the first leg and the second. A pair of trousers and / or waders with legs, the first leg and second leg connecting substantially to the wearer's waist, or to the torso that terminates between the waist and neck. And one trouser and / or wader is provided on one trouser and / or wader and one trouser and / or wader's groin portion with substantially waterproof material, one trouser and / or wader. A rigid frame that is waterproof to the trousers and / or wader, which separates the outside of the trouser and / or wader from the inside of the trouser and / or wader. A rigid frame that forms the frame aperture and is pivotally or movably connected to the frame so that it is provided on the outside of a pair of trousers and / or wader and engages with the frame aperture. A rigid lid and a sealing and backing that are provided between the frame and the lid to form a waterproof closure for the frame aperture when the lid is in the closed position. A rigid backing that forms the aperture, in the groin area, the first side of the backing and the back side of the frame capture the waterproof material of one pair of trousers and / or wader between them. Between the rigid backing and the back side of the frame and the waterproof material of one pair of trousers and / or wader, and / or the first side of the backing and one pair of trousers and / or wader. With at least one adhesive binder placed between the waterproof material, the backing aperture and the frame part aperture are substantially aligned, and the area of the backing part aperture is larger than that of the frame part aperture. Includes a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders that are equal or greater.

[0024] In other embodiments, the aperture size of the backing aperture may be at least as large as the frame aperture.
[0025] In other embodiments, the backing may include a raised edge along the inner circumference of the backing aperture, which may be along the second inner circumference of the frame aperture. It is placed in a peripheral undercut formed on the second raised edge of the frame.

[0026] In another embodiment, the lid may include a third raised edge extending towards the frame when the lid is in the closed position, when the lid is in the closed position. The third raised edge of the lid aligns with the second raised edge of the frame and captures at least a portion of the seal between them.

[0027] In other embodiments, the back surface of the frame and / or the first surface of the backing may comprise a non-smooth surface. The non-smooth surface may be provided with a series of grooves, a series of channels or a textured portion of the rough surface. When a series of grooves, series of channels or rough surface textured parts are provided around the frame aperture and backing aperture, the series of grooves, series of channels or rough surface textured parts are on the back side of the frame part. The contours of the surface and the first surface of the backing may be followed.

[0028] Other embodiments may include a manually unlockable locking portion that is coupled to a frame portion and configured to hold the lid portion in a closed position.
[0029] Other embodiments may include compression locking portions that are connected to either the lid portion or the frame portion and are configured to secure the lid portion and the frame portion to each other.

[0030] Other embodiments may include a temporary attachment mechanism that is connected to a frame or a pair of trousers and / or a wader and is configured to hold the lid in the open position. Includes magnets, hook-and-loop fasteners or locking portions.

[0031] Other embodiments may include an aesthetic flap that is connected to a pair of trousers and / or a wader to cover the frame and lid.
[0032] In another embodiment, a pair of waterproof trousers may be configured to slide over a pair of waterproof or water resistant boots or shoes.

[0033] In another embodiment, the waterproof first wader is permanently or removablely connected to the first leg and the second leg, respectively, with a first foot or boot and a second. 2 foot or boots may be included.

[0034] Other embodiments may include a spring connected between the frame and the lid, which urges the lid to the open position.
[0035] In another embodiment, each of the frame aperture and the backing aperture may have a shape in which the larger circle overlaps the smaller circle at least in part, with the larger circle being the aperture. The smaller circle is placed at the bottom of the aperture.

[0036] Another exemplary embodiment of the invention is a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders that include a sealable opening for draining body fluid, the first leg and the first. A pair of trousers and / or waders with two legs, the first leg and the second leg substantially terminating between the wearer's waist or waist and neck. One pair of trousers and / or wader provided in the groin portion of one trouser and / or wader and one trouser and / or wader, provided with a substantially waterproof material. A rigid frame that is waterproof to the trousers and / or wader, with the frame outside the trousers and / or wader inside the trousers and / or wader. A rigid lid that forms a frame aperture that separates from the frame and is pivotally or movably connected to the frame and is configured to engage the frame aperture on the front side of the frame. It is provided between the portion and the frame portion and the lid portion, and is provided with a sealing portion that forms a waterproof stopper for the frame portion aperture when the lid portion is in the closed position, and the frame portion aperture is larger. The arc is at least partially overlapped with the smaller arc, the larger arc is provided at the top of the frame aperture and the smaller arc is provided at the bottom of the frame aperture, waterproof. Includes one pair of trousers and / or wader.

[0037] Another exemplary embodiment of the invention is a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders that include a sealable opening for draining body fluid, the first leg and the first. A pair of trousers and / or waders with two legs, the first leg and the second leg substantially terminating between the wearer's waist or waist and neck. One trouser and / or wader provided in the trousers and / or wader and one trouser and / or wader's groin portion provided with a substantially waterproof material. A rigid frame that is waterproof to the trousers and / or wader, with the frame outside the trousers and / or wader inside the trousers and / or wader. A rigid lid that forms a frame aperture that separates from the frame and is pivotally or movably connected to the frame and is configured to engage the frame aperture on the front side of the frame. Rigid back that is provided between the part and the frame part and the lid part and forms the sealing part and the backing aperture that forms the waterproof closure of the frame part aperture when the lid part is in the closed position. With a rigid backing, in the inguinal section, the first side of the backing and the back side of the frame capture the waterproof material of one pair of trousers and / or wader between them. Between the back side of the frame and the waterproof material of one pair of trousers and / or wader, and / or between the first surface of the backing and the waterproof material of one pair of trousers and / or wader. With at least one adhesive binder disposed between, the backing aperture and the frame part aperture are substantially aligned, and the back side surface of the frame part and / or the first surface of the backing part is not smooth. Includes a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders with faces. The non-smooth surface may be provided with a series of grooves, a series of channels or a textured portion of the rough surface.

[0038] Another exemplary embodiment of the invention is a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders that include a sealable opening for draining body fluid, the first leg and the first. A pair of trousers and / or waders with two legs, the first leg and the second leg substantially terminating between the wearer's waist or waist and neck. One trouser and / or wader provided in the trousers and / or wader and one trouser and / or wader's groin portion provided with a substantially waterproof material. A rigid frame that is waterproof to the trousers and / or wader, with the rigid frame trousers and / or wader outside the trousers and / or wader. Rigidity that forms a frame aperture that separates from the inside of the trousers and is pivotally or movably connected to the frame and is configured to engage the frame aperture on the front side of the frame. The sealing part, the back side surface of the frame part, and 1 which are provided between the lid part and the frame part and the lid part and form a waterproof stopper for the frame part aperture when the lid part is in the closed position. One waterproof trouser and / or wader with an adhesive binder placed between the trousers and / or the waterproof material of the wader, and the back side of the frame has a non-smooth surface. including. The non-smooth surface may be provided with a series of grooves, a series of channels or a textured portion of the rough surface.

[0039] When interpreted in conjunction with the accompanying drawings illustrating the principles of the invention as an example, other features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the more detailed description below.
[0040] The accompanying drawings illustrate the invention.

[0041] It is a perspective view of the wader of the prior art. [0042] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a wader with an exemplary discharge hatch that embodies the present invention. [0043] FIG. 3 is an enlarged perspective view showing the discharge hatch of FIG. 2. [0044] Here is a diagram similar to FIG. 3, showing a discharge hatch in the open position. [0045] Here is a diagram similar to FIG. 4, showing trousers with zippers under the wader. [0046] It is a cross-sectional view of the structure of FIG. 3 taken along line 6-6. It is a cross-sectional view of the structure of FIG. 4 taken along line 7-7. [0048] Here, it is an enlarged view of the structure similar to the portion 7A-7A taken from FIG. 7, showing the spring mechanism. [0049] Here, it is an enlarged view of the same structure as the portion 7B-7B taken from FIG. 7, showing the cam mechanism in the open position. [0050] Here, it is an enlarged view of the structure similar to the portion 7C-7C taken from FIG. 7, showing the cam mechanism in the closed position. [0051] Here is an enlarged view of a structure similar to the portion 7DD taken from FIG. 7, showing a new embodiment of the cam mechanism. [0052] Here is an enlarged view of a structure similar to the portion 7E-E taken from FIG. 7, showing another new embodiment of the cam mechanism. [0053] FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of the structure of FIG. 6 taken along line 8-8. [0054] Here, the lid is slightly opened, which is similar to FIG. 8. [0055] FIG. 7 is an enlarged view of the structure of FIG. 7, taken along line 10-10. [0056] FIG. 6 is an enlarged view of the structure of FIG. 7 taken along lines 10-10, showing another embodiment here. [0057] Here is an enlarged view of the structure of FIG. 7 taken along lines 10-10, showing yet another embodiment. [0058] It is a perspective view of another exemplary discharge hatch that embodies the present invention. [0059] Here, it is the same figure as FIG. 13 which shows the discharge hatch in an open position. [0060] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of the structure of FIG. 13 taken along lines 15-15. [0061] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of the structure of FIG. 14 taken along lines 16-16. [0062] An enlarged view of the structure of FIG. 15 taken along lines 17-17. [0063] FIG. 6 is a diagram similar to FIG. 17, showing an alternative sealing device. [0064] Here is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of the exemplary drain hatch, showing a downwardly open lid. [0065] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary discharge hatch that embodies the present invention. [0066] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary discharge hatch that embodies the present invention. [0067] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary discharge hatch that embodies the present invention. [0068] A perspective view of an aesthetic cover for any exemplary embodiment of a discharge hatch. [0069] Here, the figure similar to FIG. 23 shows that the discharge hatch is hidden. [0070] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a discharge hatch modification kit. [0071] A perspective view of a cutout template and a cutting board. [0072] FIG. 26 is a perspective view of the cutout template of FIG. 26, with the cutting board placed behind and cut along the wader. [0073] FIG. 6 is a perspective view illustrating an exemplary embodiment in which the discharge hatch of FIG. 25 is coupled to a wader. [0074] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the discharge hatch modification kit. [0075] FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the cutout template of FIG. 29, with the cutting board placed behind and cut along the wader. [0076] It is an exploded perspective view of the structure of FIG. 29 fixed and sealed to a wader. [0077] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the completed assembly of FIG. 31. [0078] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of the structure of FIG. 32 taken along lines 33-33 just before the fastening is completed. [0079] Here is a cross-sectional view similar to FIG. 33 showing the completed watertight assembly. [0080] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the discharge hatch. [0081] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another exemplary embodiment of a discharge hatch. [0082] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising chest high trousers with suspenders. [0083] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising waist high trousers with suspenders. [0084] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising chest high trousers with removable bootees. [0085] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising waist high trousers with removable bootees. [0086] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising chest high trousers with integrated all-weather boots. [0087] Here is a perspective view of another embodiment of the drain hatch, comprising waist high trousers with integrated all-weather boots. [0088] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the drain hatch and inguinal protector of the present invention. [0089] It is an enlarged perspective view of the structure of FIG. 43. [0090] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the base of the structure of FIG. 44. [0091] It is a side view of the structure of FIG. 44. [0092] It is an exploded side view of the structure of FIG. 46. [0093] FIG. 3 is a front view of an exemplary embodiment of the aperture of the present invention. [0094] FIG. 3 is a front view of another exemplary embodiment of the aperture of the present invention. [0095] FIG. 3 is a front view of another exemplary embodiment of the aperture of the present invention. [0096] Here is a diagram similar to FIG. 45 showing another embodiment of an exemplary base including left and right extensions. [0097] FIG. 3 is a front view of another exemplary embodiment of the aperture of the present invention, which has an acorn-like shape. [0098] A female urination aid that can be used with the present invention. [0099] Here is an exploded cross-sectional view taken entirely along lines 54-54 of FIG. 44 showing the wader material captured in the battlement-like features. [0100] Here is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the frame portion, comprising a tabbed extension portion for better bonding to the wader material. [0101] Here, the whole is taken by lines 56-56 of FIG. 55 showing how the tab-shaped expansion can be pivoted in the tab-shaped expansion and the thinned bend. It is a disassembled sectional view. [0102] Here is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the frame portion, comprising a flexible continuous extension portion for better binding of the wader material. [0103] Here, the entire flexible continuous extension and line 58-58 of FIG. 55 show how the flexible continuous extension can be coupled to the frame. It is an exploded sectional view taken away. [0104] Here is an exploded side view similar to FIG. 47 showing a locking portion facing in the opposite direction to facilitate molding. [0105] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention having a double sealing portion. [0106] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the invention having a single encapsulation. [0107] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a further developed form of the urine drainage hatch assembly. [0108] Here is a perspective view of the structure of FIG. 62 from the opposite direction. [0109] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary embodiment of a sealed area that can be used with the structures of FIGS. 62 and 63. [0110] Here is a cross-sectional view similar to FIG. 64 showing another exemplary embodiment of the sealed area. [0111] Here is a cross-sectional view similar to FIGS. 64 and 64, showing yet another exemplary embodiment of the sealed area. [0112] It is an exploded view of the structure of FIG. [0113] FIG. 6 is an enlarged cross-sectional view taken from the structure of FIG. 66 showing an improved coupling technique. [0114] Very similar to FIG. 68, but here is an enlarged cross-sectional view in which the rough surface is formed as a series of triangular shaped cutouts or channels running along the periphery of the frame. [0115] Here is an enlarged cross-sectional view similar to FIGS. 68 and 69 showing another embodiment having only a single frame with a rough surface, since the backing plate has been removed. [0116] Here is a perspective view of a backing plate showing an adhesive surface that follows the contours of the aperture. [0117] Here is a cross-sectional view similar to FIGS. 68 and 70 showing the channels and exploded views formed in the non-breathable wader material to increase the bond strength. [0118] It is a figure which showed the aperture of FIG. 62 and FIG. 63 geometrically.

[0119] FIG. 1 shows a prior art chest wader 100. These are also equivalent to conventional rain gear. The chest wader 100 may be made of rubber, various breathable membranes such as Gore-Tex®, neoprene, or any other cloth. For wading applications, a safety belt 102 is usually worn. This is a tight or snug fit belt that prevents water from suddenly entering the bottom of the wader, for example if you slip into the depths of a river. The Suspender 104 is worn over the shoulder to keep the wader in place.

[0120] With reference to FIG. 1 again, the wader may actually include the entire garment of a similar lineage. The term "wader" as defined herein shall include chest high wader, waist high wader, bad weather or rainy suits, protective suits, ice rescue suits, survival suits, and water rescue dry suits. The term "wader" can be extended to any type of scuba diving gear, whether it is a wetsuit or a drysuit. As used herein, the term "wader" is used in the broadest sense to refer to any type of waterproof garment. In one embodiment, the "wader" is actually a separate boot, rather than the foot 106 being sealed to the wader's trousers, by which the garment 100 is slid down to cover the boot. It may be a rain gear that prevents water from getting into your boots. Similarly, a rain jacket will be worn over the wader (not shown), along with a built-in hood or hat. These types of durable marine rain gear systems are worn, for example, throughout the Pacific Northwest, where crab fishermen or other fishermen go out into the ocean in extreme weather conditions. Seafarers and other officers also need similar bad weather gear, specifically protective suits.

[0121] Applications of the wader 100 with a built-in foot 106 include both conventional anglers and fly fishers, as well as duck hunters and many other types of outdoor sports. For example, the inventor has used wader extensively in Alaska, where not only wader but also rain-type jackets are worn, and fly fishing vests are also worn on (or below). In addition, there is another belt (not shown) that is usually provided slightly below the safety belt 102 and can accommodate firearms, pepper sprays, knives, or similar items. The inventor also wore a handheld radio, for example, on a belt clip.

[0122] Proper hydration is very important when hiking and wading. The inventor has found that this is an important issue, as urination is not easy when wearing such a system shown and described in FIG. To urinate, you must first remove the belt that houses the gun, pepper spray canister, and equipment such as the radio. A fly fishing vest with all its pockets and a rain jacket also need to be removed. The safety belt 102 and then the suspender 104 must then be removed, at which point the wader is ready to be lowered to the point where the trouser zipper or fleece can be pulled down for urination. .. This means that, in the case of the average adult male, this process can be repeated 5 to 10 times a day when properly hydrated. Considering that many, if not most, fishermen are male and older (ie, have an enlarged prostate), this is a very frequent problem of urination. means.

[0123] FIG. 2 illustrates the invention, which is a urine drainage hatch assembly 108, very similar to FIG. 1, but comprising a lid 110 as shown. The urine drainage hatch 108 can take many forms, as shown in the drawings that follow. In general, the urine drain hatch 108 has a hermetically sealed watertight seal and hinge 116 for easy lifting. In this case, there are 112 hook-and-loop fasteners, snaps, magnets, etc. that conveniently hold the urine drain lid in place. The present invention is best worn with suitable underwear such as fleece, with a large flap instead of a zipper so that the penis is easily accessible. As shown in the alternative embodiment of FIG. 19, it is conceivable that the urine drainage lid 150 folds down and simply hangs down under the opening of the wader by gravity. It is also important that the cross-sectional diameter of the urine drain lid 110 is large enough to easily reach the underwear. This also makes it easy for women to use the system with great urination devices such as GoGirl ™. GoGirl ™ is a flexible, soft rubber-like structure that allows a woman to urinate while standing. It is a hygienic, portable, individual and reusable device that can be used in combination with the present invention. For women, it should be easy to use a device such as GoGirl ™ by opening the lid 110 of the invention and then inserting a GoGirl ™ to pump fluid through the opened lid 110. be.

[0124] FIG. 3 is taken from portion 3-3 of FIG. 2 and shows the urine drainage lid 110 in an enlarged view. A simple and convenient release snap 114, activated by simply pushing down with the thumb, is shown. The lid 110 automatically opens when compressed against a rubber O-ring seal (gasket, compressible washer) or the like attached to the base 105, and the rubber O-ring seal naturally springs. It acts as a lid, keeping the lid firmly seated, but also allowing the lid to open naturally. Hinge 116 is also shown, which is shown at the top of the urine drainage hatch in this embodiment.

[0125] FIG. 4 is the same as FIG. 3, but shows the discharge lid 110 in an open position away from the base 105. The snap 114 is pushed down so that the snap 114 is disengaged from the snap cage 128, which allows the entire discharge lid 110 to pivot around its butterfly program solid 116 as a fulcrum. .. Garment 118 is shown through the drain hatch. In this case, the garment is some long underwear or fleece. There is an optional flapped opening 120 for convenient access to the penis. Some similar types of garments do not have such flaps, but during testing it is very easy for the inventor to lower these garments from their elastic band and even more easily reach for the penis. I found something. A sealing portion of silicone rubber or similar flexible material, which may be an O-ring, is indicated by 124. The various types of encapsulations are not limited by the present invention, but some examples are given in the drawings that follow. It will be known to those of skill in the art that various embodiments of seals, gaskets or compressible washers are applicable to any embodiment disclosed and shown throughout this disclosure. When the urine drainage lid 110 is closed, the urine drainage lid 110 moves downward with its pivot 116 as a fulcrum until it stays firmly in place between the snap cage 128 and the snap assembly itself. As described in the drawings that follow, various materials such as plastics, metals, composites, wood, fiberglass, laminates, or combinations thereof may be used for any of these structures.

[0126] FIG. 5 is very similar to FIG. 4, except that the underwear 118'has a zipper 122. This would be equivalent to just one pair of jeans, for example. It can be appreciated that if the drain lid 110 is in the open position, it will be very easy to lower the zipper 122 to reach the penis for urination. Although the present invention is intended for use by men, it should also be noted that it may be used by women. Auxiliary devices may be used by women to aid in the use of the present invention. For example, a sanitary funnel such as GoGirl ™ may be used by a female to help capture and pass urine out of the invention.

[0127] FIG. 6 is taken from part 6-6 of FIG. The urine drainage lid 110 is shown to be closed and contained by the snap assemblies 114, 132. There is a flexible or deformable encapsulation 124 on the outer circumference that is shown to be seated in contact with the compression encapsulation 126. It can be seen how the sealing portion will be formed when it is press-fitted into the compression sealing portion 126. This forms a watertight seal that is crucial for waders or durable rainwear. This is especially important when wearing the wader where this area of the wader is underwater most of the time. A sealing joint (in other words, a connection) 130 is shown that connects the wader or rain gear garment 100 to the urine drain hatch assembly 108. As shown, this joint may be a thermosetting adhesive, glue, rubber bond, stitch, thermal bond, weld, rivet, or any other type of joint that may be waterproof and strong.

[0128] FIG. 7 is taken from portion 7-7 of FIG. 4 and shows the urine drainage hatch assembly 108 of FIG. 6 in the open position. It can be understood that the watertight deformable encapsulant material 124 is no longer dented because it is no longer pressed against the compression encapsulation section 126. Also, in this embodiment, there is a holding assembly attached to the urine drain handle 132. As shown, the discharge hatch cages 112a and 112b can be implemented in a variety of designs. The idea of opening the drain hatch upwards in this embodiment is to maximize the reach of the penis for urination and to take advantage of gravity so that the lid 110 or any component thereof. Does not splash urine on.

[0129] FIG. 7A is an enlarged view of a similar structure of portions 7A-7A taken from FIG. 7, where the spring 107 is shown. The spring 107 urges the lid 110 so that the lid 110 remains open and does not fall over and close the base 105. This prevents the lid 110 from undesirably closing the base 105.

[0130] FIG. 7B is an enlarged view of a similar structure of portions 7B-7B taken from FIG. 7, showing cam mechanisms 109, 111 in open positions. The cam 109 has a ridge that interferes with the protrusion 111. In this way, when the lid 110 is open, the lid 110 is held in the open position. FIG. 7C is an enlarged view of a similar structure of portions 7C-7C taken from FIG. 7, where the cam mechanisms 109, 111 in the closed position are shown. Here, the raised portion of the cam 109 has passed the protrusion 111 and is no longer held in the open state. It will be appreciated that the cam 109 and the protrusion 111 may be arranged in different locations and in different postures. This example merely demonstrates that a wide variety of friction joints may be used to keep the lid 110 in the open position so that the lid 110 does not undesirably close the base 105.

[0131] FIG. 8 is an enlarged view taken from part 8-8 of FIG. A portion of the urine drainage lid 110 and a flexible sealing portion 124 are shown. The flexible sealing cage is sandwiched between the structures 134a and the structure 134b. The sealing portion 124 is press-fitted so that the discharge lid 110 is securely or snugly held while being moved up and down. A compression encapsulation assembly 126 is also shown. In the closed position, the deformable or compressible encapsulation 124 is in stable contact with the compression encapsulation 126 to form the watertight encapsulation.

[0132] FIG. 9 is very similar to FIG. 8 and simply shows the urine drainage lid 110 in the process of being moved to open. It can be understood that the encapsulant material 124 is no longer dented or compressed at this point.

[0133] FIG. 10 is taken from part 10-10 of FIG. This is a cage mechanism, so that when the lid is in the upper position, the lid is supported during the act of urination. In the case of FIG. 10, this is a magnet having opposite polarities to each other, and as a result, the lid portion is held in place by magnetic force.

[0134] FIG. 11 is taken from portions 11-11 of FIG. 7 and shows a male snap assembly and a female snap assembly. The female snap 112a is attached to the handle 132 and pressed to cover the male snap portion 112b as shown. There is a cage clip spring to hold these two firmly together. To remove the snap, simply pull it so that it pops. The male and female parts of the snap may be used on either side.

[0135] FIG. 12 is taken from portions 12-12 of FIG. 7 and is very similar to FIG. A hook-and-loop attachment is shown, also known in the art as Velcro®. In one preferred embodiment, the portion of the hook-and-loop fastener attachment system that is attached to the wader 100 will have a larger diameter or size. This may result in misalignment when the material is stretched or wrinkled.

[0136] FIG. 13 is very similar to FIG. 3 except that the urine drain hatch assembly 108 has a more triangular shape and also has different types of container and fastener mechanisms. For strength, in a preferred embodiment, hinges 116 across the width are shown. Using the compression locking portion 136, the lid portion 110 is compressed against the O-ring sealing portion 140 (gasket, sealing material, compressible washer). The O-ring sealing portion 140 is fitted into the groove 141, which is better shown in FIG. FIG. 14 shows the urine drainage hatch 108 of FIG. 13 in the open position. The compression locking portion 136 and the compression locking portion cage 138 can be confirmed. When the compression locking portion is pushed down, the edge portion of the lid portion 110 is firmly compressed against the O-ring 140, and the ratchet seals the O-ring 140 to make it watertight. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various alternative dimensions may be used to achieve convenient access for urination. It will also be apparent to those skilled in the art that any of the holding devices previously shown in FIGS. 10, 11 and 12 may be adapted to the mechanisms shown in FIGS. 13 and 14.

[0137] FIG. 15 is a cross-sectional view taken from portions 15-15 of FIG. This indicates a lid 110 in a closed position, where the compression locking portion 136 is stably locked in place, compressing the O-ring 140 in both the axial and lateral load directions. This forms a very tight watertight seal. The portion 142 is a very rigid seating assembly for the O-ring, which also holds the O-ring in place in a stable manner. It is very difficult to visualize how the O-ring 140 is fitted while the O-ring 140 is being compressed in this way. One is referenced in FIG. 16 taken from portions 16-16 of FIG. This shows the urine drainage lid 110 in the open position. If the urine drain lid 110 is in the open position, the uncompressed O-ring 140 can be clearly identified here. It can also be confirmed that there is a small groove or slot 144 in which the O-ring is stably contained. To replace the O-ring, extend the O-ring by increasing the diameter of the O-ring, then slide the O-ring into this slot, in which the O-ring is firmly in place where it cannot be removed. stay. An alternative (not shown) is to apply some silicone grease along the entire O-ring, which helps the O-ring to form a watertight seal.

[0138] FIG. 17 shows an enlarged view of a compression locking portion 136 taken from portions 17-17 of FIG. 15 and stably fitted to its cage 138. It compresses the O-ring 140 (gasket, encapsulant, and compressible washer) firmly as shown to form a watertight encapsulation.

[0139] FIG. 18 is very similar to FIG. 17 except that in this case the O-ring is in a vertically compressed state when the lid 110 is fitted. That is, the edge of the lid 110 presses the O-ring straight down, thereby changing the shape of the O-ring from a circle to a more elliptical. Again, this forms a tight watertight seal. With reference back to FIGS. 15, 16, 17 and 18, it can also be understood that there is a joint 146 between the wader or rain gear material and the groove formed in the urination holding device 108. The material 100 is firmly held in the grooves 146 by compression, glue or adhesive, thermosetting adhesive or the like.

[0140] FIG. 19 is very similar to FIGS. 2, 13 and 14 except that in this case the hinge 116 is flipped so that it can be seen downwards. In this case, any type of holding device as previously shown in FIGS. 10, 11 and 12 is not required. In this case, the lid 110 hangs down and is simply held in place by gravity during the urination process. One advantage of this assembly shown in FIG. 19 is its simplicity and reduced cost. The cost is reduced by not having to provide a holding device for holding the lid in the upper position. There are also some geometric advantages for the structure shown in FIG. 19 as this allows for more spacious access through the underwear.

[0141] FIG. 20 shows different types of O-ring compression assemblies (gaskets, encapsulants, compressible washers), similar to those previously described in FIGS. 15-18. In the case of FIG. 20, while pulling up the handle mechanism 132, the locking mechanism 114 is simply pushed down at the same time. As a result, the lid portion 110 can be moved to its open position 110'. As can be understood, in this configuration the O-ring 140 is directly compressed. An alternative of FIG. 20 is shown in FIG. 21, which is very similar except that the O-ring is compressed both laterally and axially.

[0142] FIG. 22 is yet another type of locking holder mechanism 148 that pivots around a hinge. It can be seen that by placing the thumb at position 114, it is easy to rotate this locking portion so that the lid 110 can be moved to its open position 110'.

[0143] FIG. 23 is an alternative diagram of the wader emission mechanism 108 previously shown in FIGS. 2, 19 and any of the alternatives thereof. In this case, there is a flap 150 that covers the urine drainage mechanism 108 but retains a better aesthetic for the garment. The flap 150 may be made of the same material as the wader itself. The flap 150 may be hung by a hook-and-loop fastener type closure.

[0144] FIG. 24 is the same as FIG. 23 showing the flap 150 without the dashed line shown below for the invention 108. By looking at FIG. 24, it can be understood that this provides a better aesthetic appearance.

[0145] There are several possibilities for marketing the urine drainage hatch assembly 108 of the present invention. One would simply assemble a urine drainage hatch during the original manufacture of wader and rain garments. A compatible material will be used so that the wader material 100 can be joined to the flange 130, which is part of the urine drainage mechanism 108, using an automated thermal bond or gluing / bonding process. .. However, there are very important secondary markets. Many people already own a very expensive wader and want to modify it to add a urine drainage mechanism 108.

[0146] FIG. 25 shows a kit that can be sold as a secondary market assembly. The kit will include the urine drainage hatch 108 of the present invention along with the template 152 that will accompany the instructions, and in a preferred embodiment, it will include an adhesive adhesive 158 so that it can be placed on clothing. It will be. The template 152 may then be used to draw a line with permanent ink, or the template 152 may be used as a cutting template and a sharp knife 154 or scissors may be used to cut a suitable opening in the wader garment 100. .. A convenient cutting board 156, which may be placed inside and behind the place to be cut, may be optionally provided. This backing board 156 is very important because cutting both the front and back at the same time would make the wader unusable.

[0147] FIG. 26 shows that the backing board or cutting board 156 is placed at an appropriate location inside the wader and approximately in the center of the template 152. Multiple glues, adhesives and even epoxies 158 that may be used are also shown. There will be various binders 158 provided in the kit with instructions, and as a result, what type of wader the user has and what type of material the wader is made of. Therefore, the user can properly identify what kind of sealant the wader will be compatible with.

[0148] FIG. 27 shows the use of template 152 and cutting tool 154 to make a primary opening in the front of the wader 100.
[0149] FIG. 28 shows an opening 160 into which the urine drainage assembly 108 is fitted in place. As can be understood, a suitable adhesive material 158 is first applied and then a urine drainage hatch is placed in the hole 160. This may be done from the inside as shown or from the outside (not shown).

[0150] FIG. 29 is a kit very similar to FIG. 25 and is used in exactly the same way. Two gaskets 162 and 164, such as compressible rubber or neoprene, are provided. As previously described in FIG. 25, there is also a cutting template 152 and a backing board 156, along with a suitable adhesive 158. Instead of glue, a pop rivet tool 166 may be provided with an appropriate number of pop rivets 168 so that the wader material 100 (not shown) is literally sandwiched between the two gaskets 162 and 164. Then everything can be kept in place with pop rivets. The pop rivets can be pressed firmly against each other when tightened by compressing the two flexible gaskets 162 and 164. This forms a watertight seal around the entire perimeter of the urination holding device 108. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that any other type of fastener may be used, such as a screw or a small bolt head.

[0151] FIG. 30 is an enlarged view showing the usage of the template 152 and the backing plate 156 previously described in FIG. 29.
[0152] As shown in FIG. 31, the various components of the assembly are lined up. The adhesive, sealant or glue 158 is optionally applied prior to seating the components. A pop rivet gun 166 is used to place pop rivets 168 through each hole. As shown in FIG. 32, the finished assembly forms the watertight urine drainage hatch of the present invention. The backing plate 170 is provided for positioning pop rivets. The backing plate 170 is made of a rigid material, and the gasket 162 and gasket 164 are close enough to be evenly compressed to prevent water from entering, and the holes or screw holes in the pop rivets It is important to be placed.

[0153] FIG. 33 is a cross-sectional view taken from portions 33-33 of FIG. A pop rivet 168 is shown, along with two gaskets 162 and 164, and with a cross-sectional view of the flange of the urination retainer of the wader material 100. In one preferred embodiment, only one gasket 162 or 164 is required to form a reliable encapsulation. In FIG. 33, the male end of the rivet 168a passes through the flange of the urination holding block 172, through the sealing gasket 162, through the pre-drilled holes in the wader material 100, and is aligned with the holes in the holding flange 170. It is shown that it is inserted through the secondary gasket 164.

[0154] FIG. 34 is very similar to FIG. 33 and shows the rivets in their compressed state. As can be understood, the gasket 162 and the gasket 164 are tightly compressed against the wader material or the rain gear material 100. In an optional embodiment, adhesive 158 can be applied to both ends of each pop rivet to ensure that the pop rivet does not leak water.

[0155] FIG. 35 is an alternative embodiment of the invention comprising a twist cap lid 110 having a tapered engagement slot 176 adapted to engage the pin 174. When the cap is twisted, the cap is compressed against the gasket seat surface 126. Inside the twist housing 110, there is a gasket (not shown). When the twist cap 110 is tightened, the gasket (not shown) is compressed against the gasket seat surface 126 to act on the watertight seal. There is an optional tether 178 that may be made of any suitable material that prevents the cap 110 from disappearing. Additionally, the tether 178 may be attached to the side of the wader so that when the lid 110 is opened, the lid 110 is out of the way during urination. Alternatively, the tether 178 may be made of an elastic material so that the lid 110 is pulled further away from the aperture when opened. With reference to FIG. 35 again, it can be understood that this design offers several advantages in that it is very quick and easy to use. All that is required to engage the pins 174 and properly seat the gasket structure is to rotate the cap lid 110 slightly.

[0156] FIG. 36 is another type of round cap 110, in which case the round cap 110 has a female screw 180 adapted to engage the male screw 182 of the O-ring bearing surface 126. When the cap 110 is screwed tightly, the O-ring 124 (gasket, encapsulant, compressible washer) is compressed against the O-ring bearing surface 126 acting on the watertight seal. There is also an optional tether 178, shown for the same purposes as previously described in FIG. 35. The tether 178 is rotatably attached to the center of the cap 110 so that the tether 178 does not get entangled when the cap 110 is screwed into place.

[0157] FIG. 37 is very similar to FIG. 2 and shows the previously mentioned urine excretion hatch 108. In this case, this is not a wader capable of functioning underwater, but a bad weather gear or rain trousers 100', which is designed to cover the high-top boot 103. Shorter boots may be used, but in one preferred embodiment the high top boot 103 is used, resulting in an extremely moist environment where waves are likely to bounce through the deck in strong winds. In, the wearer will prevent water from entering from the upper part of the boot and entering the wearer's socks. Boot 103 comes in a variety of sizes and shapes, as well as sole types. A common boot used in the waters of Alaska is the Bogs Boot manufactured by Bogs Company®. Another boot commonly used in Alaska is known as the Tuffy Boot manufactured by Baxter Company®. Another boot is known as TheTUF or XTRATUF® boots. All these types of boot styles are widely used by professional fishermen. In FIG. 37, many survival suits and sailor nautical suits have similar trousers that cover the boot 103. These are manufactured by Helly Hansen®, Musto®, Henri®, Lloyd®, West Marine®, Grundens® and Gill®. Includes suits. In FIG. 37, it can be seen that the waterproof trousers reach above the belt 102, well above the waist area, and include the suspender 104.

[0158] FIG. 38 is very similar to FIG. 37 in this case, except that in this case the trousers 100 "is usually terminated at the waist with the belt 102 and can include the suspender 104. (Not shown) will reach far below the waist so that the rain will run down rather than enter the waist and moisten the underwear. In both FIGS. 37 and 38, the boots 103. It is important that the trousers 100'or 100 "are attached, sealed and unwelded in any manner. In other words, water resistance is achieved by overlapping the trousers so as to cover the boot 103. The configuration in which the trousers overlap the boot, shown in FIGS. 37 and 38, allows for a leg zipper that makes it easier to put on and take off the trousers so as to cover the boot, or the lower part of the trousers to be tightly pulled around the boot. Velcro closure straps are often included. This is important, for example, if you are on the deck of a ship, as the waves of the sea will pass through to prevent the waves from splashing into your pants and over your boots. This type of closure is also useful during a hike, for example, if you temporarily step into a puddle or muddy hole.

[0159] FIGS. 39 and 40 are very similar to FIGS. 37 and 38, except in this case there is a removable bootee 106'and a bootee 106' that can be attached to and sealed to the trousers 100'or 100'. Similar to. In this case, after the bootee is joined to the trousers, one would then wear overboots, also known as wading boots (not shown). Normally, these boots are either laced or closed by Velcro, and in a preferred embodiment, the booties 106'/ 106 "should be made of an insulating material such as neoprene, but 106'. It will be appreciated that the / 106 "material may be any waterproof material, including rubber, breathable fabrics such as Gortex®. It will also be appreciated that the bootee 106'or bootee 106' may include heels and soles, as well as various types of treads, so that the boots can be integrated and sealed in the trousers 100'and the trousers 100'.

[0160] FIGS. 41 and 42 are very similar to FIGS. 37 and 38, except that in this case the boot 103 is sealed at position 113 and becomes an integral part of the chest wader 100'or the trousers 100'. The boot 103 may be made of a wide variety of materials and may have a wide variety of different sole types. Normally, the boot 103 is a wader or breastplate 100'or trousers 100. Is seam-sealed, glued, bonded or welded to the material at position 113. It will be appreciated that the trousers 100 "described in FIGS. 38, 40 and 42 may also be integrated with the suspender 104, as previously indicated for full chest height trousers or waders.

[0161] As described above, the inventor has extensive experience in boarding ships, wearing bad weather gear, and wading in rivers throughout Alaska's Inside Passage. One of the most important safety gears shown in FIGS. 37-42 is the belt 102. If you are wading in a river and slip off, the entire chest height wader or trousers can be instantly filled with water that spills on the person with a weight of hundreds of pounds, which is a very dangerous weight. become. The belt 102 prevents water from filling the wader and creating such a dangerous condition.

[0162] FIG. 43 is very similar to FIG. 2 except that the urine drainage hatch 108 has been significantly redesigned to add several important new functions. In the summer of 2015, the inventor again spent several weeks aboard a boat and fishing in the river at Inside Passage, Alaska. Some things have been learned from this early product testing experience, that is, the original design shown in Figure 2 and all other previous figures does not provide sufficient access for convenient urination. Is. The inventor has tried multiple underwear under a wader or rain suit 100. These underwear include Levi's and various sweatshirts, thermal pants and the like. In general, the inventor has found that wearing fleece underwear with a cross access overlay is useful for the easiest access. However, there are many other situations in which it is desirable to wear Levi's, khaki, or suitable underwear, for example, if the wader is removed, you can go shopping in a public place, for example afterwards. Therefore, through hands-on experience and testing, the inventor is important to have a completely redesigned urine drainage hatch 200 that is better accessible to the underlying belt, or by the underlying buttons and zippers, and even with a drawstring. We conclude that good access is desired. For example, on a number of different wading occasions, the inventor wore sweat trousers with drawstrings, which did not have an access flap to the groin. Therefore, it was necessary to untie the drawstring and lower the sweatshirt (insulated clothing) to reach the genital area. The redesigned urination access hatch 200 will be described in more detail in subsequent drawings.

[0163] In Alaska in the summer of 2015, the inventor also spoke with several professional fishermen at the port where he stayed. When entering a port, it is very common to talk to the Harbourmaster on VHF radio and then the Harbourmaster assigns the ship to a berth position (slip). Therefore, many times, the inventor was tethered right next to a commercial fishing vessel and was able to observe their work and how the crew worked on the deck. The inventor observed unloading, reloading, reconnecting the net, stacking and handling crab cages, and so on. The inventor provides that the urine drainage hatch is not only very convenient for all the reasons described herein, but also, if properly designed, a very important crotch or groin protection function. I came to realize that I can do it. Therefore, the redesigned urine drainage hatch 200 is also designed to provide protection for both the testicles and the penis.

[0164] All types of fishing vessels observed by the inventor include very dangerous decks with many equipment and many moving parts, from crab fishing vessels to trawlers, gillnet fishing vessels (netters) to commercial trawlers. be. The inventor was amazed at how dangerous these environments were, simply connected side by side in a calm harbor. Handling any of its heavy equipment at sea, on a swaying ship, or in a storm adds to the risk. With this, the inventor conducted some online medical research and found some interesting facts. All men know that even a slight hit on the testicles really hurts, but until the inventor has conducted some research, banging the testicles is painful and completely unconscious. He did not fully understand that he could even die from the circulatory problems caused by the injury to his testicles. Moreover, the inventor says that unlike some organs in the body, such as bones and liver, which always self-heal over time, the testicles, once damaged, cannot completely heal themselves. I knew that. The testicles are much weaker, and even small wounds can be a lifelong problem, including the loss of one or both testicles. Therefore, we have come to realize that the urination hatch is not only a useful good idea for urination, but also essential for protecting the crotch, especially in a commercial environment. rice field. Through development by the inventor, it has been found that the crotch protection provided by the urine drain hatch 200 must be properly positioned to provide testicular protection. Rain gear and fishing waders often fit loosely. Therefore, it is very important that the crotch protector has a unique shape and size so that it fits the abdomen and is naturally positioned. As in the discussion of the previous embodiment, the urine drainage-crotch protector 200 allows the user to urinate quickly and efficiently for a considerable amount of time without having to completely undress or leave the work area. To save. For example, a user working on a ship's deck can easily urinate directly into the sea, thereby saving the considerable downtime normally required to get down under the deck to use the hand wash. can.

[0165] FIG. 44 is an enlarged view of the urine drainage-crotch protector 200 previously shown in FIG. 43. It has an enlarged flat area 202, which can be understood to fit naturally into the area just below the abdomen. The upper part of the hinge 212a and the hinge 212b usually comes over the belt line, the button line, the buckle line (and in the case of sweat trousers, the drawstring line). Not only is the urine drainage hatch significantly enlarged in size, but its shape, including the cup-shaped portion 216, is very important. The cup-shaped portion 216 serves multiple purposes, that is, it provides enough space to fit comfortably over the genitals and to reach the penis from various types of underwear. It also provides ample space. The dashed line 217 indicates where a normal cup will generally stop. The curved dome structure 216 is preferably rugged compared to a flatter shape, providing additional impact protection while also helping to properly seal the O-ring, encapsulant, or gasket.

[0166] As can be seen, there is a hinged cover 202 and a frame portion (ie, base, frame portion base) 204. With reference to FIG. 44 again, it can be seen that the locking portion 206 is present, which provides the lid portion 202 against the O-ring 214 or other suitable watertight sealing portion better visible in FIG. 45. Compress. It will be appreciated that any of the previously described locking parts may be incorporated herein.

[0167] FIG. 45 shows the frame portion 204 without the cover 202 referred to in FIG. 44, in which case the hinged lid portion 202 and the integrated cup-shaped portion 216 are simply observed with the frame portion. It has been removed so that it can be done. It is shown that the hinge half is the hinge 212b, and it can be understood that there is an aperture (in other words, an opening) 218. It can also be understood that there is a seat for the O-ring 214. The flexible locking assembly is shown as 206. In this embodiment, the locking portion 206 may be simple due to the inherent flexibility of the plastic material used. It is important that aperture 218 is much wider at the top and gradually narrows. This makes it easy to open the belt, untie the drawstring, or access the cover slot of one fleece underwear. The shape of the frame 204 is anatomically designed so that the frame 204 sits around the legs and under the testicles, and as a result, the strong impact is shown earlier in FIG. It can be received anywhere on the curved or cup 216.

[0168] FIG. 46 is a side view of the urine drainage hatch-crotch protection device 200. The cup-shaped portion 216 described above can be more easily observed in this figure. It generally takes the same shape as a competitive protective cup used in baseball, football, and other contact sports. In the present invention, the cup area 216 is reinforced and is larger than a normal competition cup. One reason for this is that in the open ocean, sliding a crab cage across a ship's wet deck can produce a very large impact force compared to contact sports. Therefore, in some embodiments, very strong plastics, as well as plastics reinforced with fibers or other materials, are used. One of ordinary skill in the art may make cup areas 216 or other parts from metals, composites, polymers, fiberglass or any other suitable material.

[0169] With reference to FIG. 46 again, it can be understood that the foam material 210 is present. This will usually be a closed cell foam. The foam helps absorb the impact and prevents the skin from being bruised by a strong impact. Foam 210 also contributes to comfort when it is worn all day long. The foam 210 may be formed from any other flexible material that absorbs stress, such as EVA foam.

[0170] FIG. 47 is taken from FIG. 46, with various components disassembled. The urine drain hatch cup structure 216 is shown on the left side, separated by hinges 212a and 212b. The hinge pin 203 has been removed. In this case, the frame structure is shown by two parts, namely the front frame 204 and the frame backing 208. This is to allow the front frame portion 204 and the frame portion backing 208 to be sandwiched around the wader or bad weather gear trousers 100 so that the wader or bad weather gear trousers 100 is compressed between them. .. In this case, the frame portion 208 functions as a backing plate.

[0171] Various fasteners including screws and locknuts as shown, rivets described above, and even adhesive 158, which can be used to join the backing plate 208 to the frame 204. There is a tool 219. In one particular embodiment, the frame is a component that does not require a backing plate 208 at all. In this case, the wader or bad weather suit material will be bonded directly to the frame through a gluing, glue, or welding process.

[0172] As can be understood here, the urine drainage hatch described in the previous drawings of the present invention generally has a relatively smaller cross-sectional area than the improved urine drainage hatch-crotch protection combination device 200. FIG. 48 shows an aperture 218 that roughly fits the cup area and has a cross-sectional area of 129.03 square centimeters (20 square inches). In the present invention, this is considered to be minimal in order to achieve all the objectives of easily reaching the penis and also achieving a sufficient effective range to protect the penis and testicles from forward impact.

[0173] FIG. 49 shows another redesigned version of the opening 218, which also has an aperture opening of 258.06 square centimeters (40 square inches). In this case, as described above, there is sufficient access to untie or untie the belt so that the underlying garment can be opened or lowered.

[0174] FIG. 50 shows another embodiment with a size of about 193.55 square centimeters (about 30 square inches), which is between the sizes shown in FIGS. 48 and 49.
[0175] FIG. 51 is very similar to FIG. 45, where FIG. 51 includes extensions 220a and 220b integrally formed as part of the frame 204. The expansion 220 does not concentrate the impact around the edge of the frame as in FIG. 45, but distributes the impact over a larger surface area, as shown here in FIG. , Gives a larger surface area to disperse the impact to the user's body. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that these extensions 220 may be strategically located at the periphery of the frame 204 and at other locations not shown.

[0176] FIG. 52 shows the dimensions of only one embodiment of the shape that aperture 218 may take. In this embodiment, the width of the top is about 17.27 centimeters (about 6.8 inches). The sides are then lowered by about 4.57 centimeters (about 1.8 inches). The sides transition to a curved shape with a width of about 10.67 centimeters (about 4.2 inches) and a height of about 17.78 centimeters (about 7 inches). Therefore, the total height of the aperture is about 22.35 centimeters (about 8.8 inches). This embodiment, described herein, shows how aperture 218 is improved as compared to a previous version originally disclosed. As can be understood, if the centerline 222 is to be drawn about 11.18 centimeters (about 4.4 inches) from either the top or bottom, the upper half of the aperture is the lower half of the aperture. Has a large area compared to. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the structure and shape may be downsized to fit smaller and / or younger users.

[0177] The redesigned urine drainage hatch-crotch protector 200 has also been made to accommodate the female body through experience. FIG. 53 shows, as an example, a urination device 224 called GoGirl ™. First, to see what GoGirl ™ looks like, its website go-girl. See com. As can be understood, this is a soft rubber structure that is placed against the female body so that the female can urinate, for example through a zipper. The redesigned and enlarged hatch described in FIG. 43 et seq. Is specifically adapted to and adapted to device 224 or equivalent.

[0178] The inventor also presents a new embodiment of the hinge design, represented in FIGS. 7D and 7E. FIG. 7D shows the lid 110 pivoting on the base 105. In FIG. 7D, the slider 123 moves within the lid 110. The spring 121 brings the slider into contact with the base 105. When the lid 110 pivots about the base 105, the slider 123 abuts on the flat portion 126a, then on the corner 125, away from the corner 125, and then on the second flat portion 126b. Contact. Thus, when the slider 123 abuts on the flat surface 126 of the base 105, the lid 110 remains open.

[0179] FIG. 7E is another embodiment similar to that shown in FIG. 7D, where the spring 121 pulls the base 105 and the lid 110 closer to each other. For simplicity, the spring 121 is shown schematically. In this situation, the slider 123 is integrated with the lid 110, which is flat when pivoted about the base 105 while being separated from the corner 125 by the spring 121. Engage with the portion 126a and the flat portion 126b. In this way, when the lid 110 is in the open position and the slider 123 is in contact with the flat surface 126 of the base 105, the lid 110 remains as it is.

[0180] In general, the invention has wader environmental applications for fishing in both freshwater and salt water, as well as gear applications for all kinds of bad weather. In certain embodiments, this includes bad weather gear for marine applications, including commercial fishing and long range cruisers. Therefore, all materials must be such that they do not corrode in salt water or high salt spray environments. With reference to FIGS. 7D and 7E again, the plastic structures 105 and 110 are essentially non-corrosive. The slider mechanism 123 may also be made of plastic as well as a suitable corrosion resistant metal such as various alloys of titanium or stainless steel. The spring 121 may be made of type 302 stainless steel, and alloy 316 will also work well in a marine environment.

[0181] Looking back at FIG. 7A, this should be considered a promising embodiment for commercialization, as the spring 107 (such as stainless steel) automatically raises the hatch and keeps it open. be. It should also act as an alarm, and if for some reason the lock is disengaged or loosened, you will immediately notice that the hatch has risen. From the actual experience of traveling through bushes and bushes along the river edge of Alaska, it is easy to imagine how the locking parts could collide before returning to the river. Therefore, the spring system of FIG. 7A or a similar embodiment is a strong candidate for production.

[0182] FIG. 54 is a cross-sectional view taken in its entirety at portions 54-54 of FIG. Also particularly referenced is FIG. 6, in which a watertight joint is created between the wader or fishing garment material 100 and the urine drain hatch frame 130. With reference to FIG. 44 again, it can be understood that in the area of portions 54-54, the frame portion 204 and the lid portion 202 are relatively thin. This is important for comfort and fit, especially while hiking, walking, or moving around. This presents a challenge for sealing the urine drain hatch frame 204 against the wader or fishing trouser material 100. FIG. 54 shows a methodology capable of making a very thin and strong watertight joint between the wader / trouser material 100 and the frame portion 204. The cup portion 216, and the urine drain hatch sealing position 202 in which it sits on the O-ring 214, are shown. Watertightness is achieved by tightly pressing the urine drain hatch 202 against the O-ring (gasket, encapsulant, compressible washer) fitted to the frame element 204. Important features here are the meandering (in other words, winding) pathways provided by the chest wall portions 226a and 227a and their companion female feature portions 226b and 227b of the backing plate 208. When the backing plate 208 is tightly compressed against the frame 204, the wader-trouser material 100 is sandwiched between the meandering path areas and held firmly in place. In one embodiment, the wader / trouser material is compressed between these battlement surfaces 226/227, and an adhesive or bonding material 158 is used. Although two battlemental parts 226 and 227 are shown, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that any number of battlemental parts (1, 2, 3, or ... n) may be used. In other words, the structure shown in FIG. 54 sandwiches and grips the holding portion of the wader material 100 so as to have very high shear strength and improved mechanical strength, especially in the fairly elongated area of the urine drainage hatch.

[0183] FIG. 55 is very similar to the frame of FIG. 45, except that the flexible plastic / polymer tab 228 is interconnected to form an integral part of the frame 204. .. These tabs 228 may also be used with the simple waterproof joint shown earlier in FIG. 6, which is the joint between the wader / trouser material 100 and the frame 130, and part 56- of FIG. 55. Referring to FIG. 56 taken from 56, incorporating chest wall function into the increased surface area of tab 228, the overall shear strength and mechanical strength of the joint between the wader / trouser material 100 and the frame 204. It can be further improved.

[0184] FIG. 56 is a cross-sectional view taken in its entirety at portions 56-56 of FIG. 55, better showing tab 228. The tab may be formed as an integral part with the frame portion 204, or may be attached in a secondary step such as an overmolding step. The tab 228 may be located on the backing plate 208. The tab 228 may also include a reduced cross-sectional area 230 that acts as a living hinge (in other words, an integrally molded hinge). The reduced area 230 increases the flexibility and movement of the tab 228.

[0185] FIG. 57 is very similar to FIG. 55, except that the flexible tab 228 is a continuous surface / flexible extension 232 that surrounds the entire perimeter of the base frame portion 204 of the urine drainage hatch. It's similar.

[0186] FIG. 58 is a cross-sectional view taken entirely from portions 58-58 of FIG. 57, better showing the continuous surface 232. In this embodiment, the backing plate 208 is no longer needed as sufficient surface area has been created for a suitable watertight bond between the flexible extension 232 and the wader material 100. Adhesive 158 is used to create such joints that are watertight and also mechanically strong. The flexible extension may be made of the same material as the frame 204, and may subsequently be made of a more flexible and elastic material that is overmolded into the frame 204. Plastic molding and thermal bonding processes may be used as an alternative to the adhesive 158.

[0187] FIG. 59 is similar to FIG. 47, indicating here that the locking portion 206 may be reversed so that the lid portion 202 can be made in a simple halved mold. In addition, the frame portion 204 can also be made in a halved mold. These designs simplify the structure of the invention and allow the invention to be manufactured at a lower cost.

[0188] FIG. 60 is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the present invention. The lid portion 202 and the frame portion 204 are made to be made of a simple halved mold. The sealing portion / gasket 214 is provided so that the lid portion 202 engages with the sealing portion / gasket 214 at two peripheral positions (in other words, a circumferential position) to increase the reliability of the sealing mechanism. A heavy peripheral sealing structure can be created. The wader 100 is bonded to the frame 204 with an adhesive 158 using any of the methods or structures previously taught, such as adhesive, cloth seam welding, heat sealing or mechanical clamps and fasteners. The hinge pin areas 203 of each of the lid 202 and the frame 204 may be slotted on each side to simplify the halving mold, but still serve to properly capture the hinge 203. Finally, a spring 107 is placed around the hinge 203 to keep the lid 202 in the open position to facilitate urination during use.

[0189] FIG. 61 is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the present invention. The lid portion 202 now has a curved portion 216. The lid 202 engages the seal / gasket 214 in only one position around it. The wader 100 is bonded to the frame portion 204 with an adhesive 158. Similar to FIG. 60, the lid portion 202 and the frame portion 204 of FIG. 61 may be manufactured in a simple halved mold. As will be appreciated by those of skill in the art, all embodiments shown and described herein are simple halves that do not require the use of vertically moving sliders or pull outs. Can be simplified to be made from the type of. These cost-reducing features reduce mold upfront costs and reduce overall production costs with fewer parts.

[0190] To describe the various attachment methods in more detail, the wader 100 may be cloth welded to the frame portion 204. Cloth welding is the process of joining pieces of cloth using heat and pressure. Thermoplastic coatings such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyurethane (PU), polyethylene cloth (PE) and polypropylene (PP) are used for heat sealing. Once installed, cloth welding reduces maintenance costs, as no thread, sewing machine, seam tape, or any other such material is required.

[0191] Basically, there are two types of cloth welding, namely dielectric welding and rotary welding. These are further subdivided into many types of welding, usually four of which are used by experts, such as hot air welding, hot wedge welding, radio frequency welding and ultrasonic welding. Hot air welding, hot wedge welding and ultrasonic welding are generally classified as rotary welding. In this type, the cloth moves continuously through the machine while being welded. The high frequency welder is a stamping type machine. The piece of cloth does not move and is held in place during welding.

[0192] Dielectric welding is the older of the two types of welding. In this method, the die is lowered onto two pieces of cloth supported by the underlying base plate. A timed pulse of high frequency energy is sent between the die and the base plate. The cloth between the die and the base plate is heated enough to temporarily melt the thermoplastic coating. As this coating melts, both pieces of cloth are glued together. The die is then lifted, a new piece of cloth is moved into place and the whole process is repeated again.

[0193] Rotary welding is a continuous process in which a piece of cloth moves continuously through a welding area, usually by being pulled by a pair of drive wheels. Heat is delivered from any heat source, such as a heated metal wedge or hot air, just before the cloth passes between the drive wheels. Welding pressure is applied to the drive wheels to permanently seal the fabric. Rotary welding is faster than dielectric welding. The speed increases with the length of the product and the seam. This can result in welding speeds up to 20 feet (6 meters) per minute and even faster. However, rotary heat seals require skilled and well-trained operators to achieve full speed and flexibility. It can also produce three-dimensional final products (non-flat products) such as clothing, inflatable boats, bags, and trunks. Since dielectric welding uses a flat base plate, dielectric welding is limited to products in which the seams are always flat during the sealing process. However, nowadays, some specialized dielectric welders have a three-dimensional die, a base plate, and a vacuum system to keep the piece of cloth in place while the die is applied. These are very expensive.

[0194] Rotary wedge welding and rotary hot air welding are both types of rotary welding, but there are some differences between them. Hot air welding is a faster welding process than hot wedge welding. Wedge welding uses a small metal wedge to send heat to the fabric just before it passes between the drive wheels that apply pressure to seal the fabric together. In hot air welding, heat is sent using a hot air nozzle instead of a metal wedge.

[0195] When the splicing process is interrupted for some time, the heat of the wedge accumulates and when the cloth is refilled for splicing, the wedge may burn the cloth at its starting point itself. When using hot air welding, there is no such problem of heat accumulation. Wedge welding uses metal to transfer heat, so some or other types of contamination, such as dust and melted coating pieces, can interfere with heat transfer, thus this is its non-uniformity. It causes. The hot air welder uses air to transfer heat, resulting in uniform heat transfer. Roughness on the surface of the fabric, such as the intersection of seams, lifts the wedge and reduces the quality of the weld as the wedge passes through the bump, but this is not the case with hot air welding as the air is not rigid and flows through the surface bumps. .. However, wedge welding consumes less power and generates relatively less noise than the sound of air flow from a hot air welder.

Analyzing these differences, wedge welding appears to be more suitable for welding relatively simple products made from more technically underdeveloped fabrics with a constant and smooth surface. .. Hot air welding, on the other hand, can be used for more advanced designs and fabrics.

[0197] As will be appreciated by those of skill in the art, the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to any one method or process, so that any attachment method described throughout this disclosure is a wader. It can be used to attach the 100 to the frame portion 204.

[0198] FIG. 62 is a perspective view of the further development of the urine drainage hatch assembly 108. As can be understood, the aperture 218 becomes smaller towards the bottom (bottom). Therefore, the cross-sectional area also becomes much larger toward the upper side. This is illustrated earlier in FIG. A locking portion 114, a butterfly program solid 116 are shown, and a spring 107 that may be combined to keep the lids 110, 202 in a convenient open position while urinating is shown. .. Formable encapsulations 124, 214 are shown which, in the closed position, are configured to form a watertight encapsulation with respect to the raised portion 205 of the base plate 204 (frame portion, frame portion base). ing. As these terms are used interchangeably herein, the base plate 204 is also known as a frame or frame element.

[0199] FIG. 63 is very similar to FIG. 62, except that the urine drain hatch assembly 108 is rotated so that its backside is seen here. The aperture / aperture 218 is the one previously described in FIG. In this case, the opposite side of the urine excretion hatches 110, 202 can be seen. A backing plate 208 is shown, which may be somewhat flexible in one embodiment and rigid in another embodiment. The backing plate 208 is used to sandwich the wader or trouser material 100 between the backing plate and the frame portion 204. With reference back, FIG. 54 shows how the wader material 100 can be sandwiched between the backing plate 208 and the frame element 204 by using the optional chest wall 226 and chest wall 227. The adhesive 158 may be attached to one side or both sides of the wader material 100 sandwiched between the frame element and the backing plate.

[0200] FIG. 64 is a cross-sectional view of an exemplary embodiment of the sealed area. This shows the wader material 100 sandwiched between the backing plate 208 and the frame element 204. It will be appreciated that when the wader material 100 is sandwiched between the frame element 204 and the backing plate 208, the adhesive 158 (not shown) will be applied to one or both sides of the wader material 100. The urine drain hatch (also known as the "closure") 110, 202 is configured to hold the strong O-ring material 124, 214, which in one embodiment is a silicone O-ring, or special. It will be a sealing material shaped into. In this case, the word "O-ring" is used, but the letter "O" has no meaning in this context, which is disclosed in FIG. 64, even if the O-ring is round (O). It will be understood that it means that any other shape, such as a special shape, may be used. When the lids 110, 202 are in the closed position as shown in FIG. 64, the flexible sealing O-ring elements 124, 214 are compressed against the upper end 209 of the backing plate 208. The frame element 204 is also L-shaped and is fitted (in other words,) to the upper portion 209 of the backing plate 208 under the flexible sealing facing surfaces 124, 214. , Fitted or fitted). Through early extensive prototype testing, it was found that this particular encapsulation configuration could work fairly well, but with some significant weaknesses. One significant weakness was the need to use glue or sealant to attach the O-ring elements 124, 214 to the inner bends 211 of the lids 110, 202. Throughout the test, it was discovered that inadequate axial sealing force was applied to position 209 and distributed over the large radius arch 211. Another significant weakness was discovered during testing of this prototype. This particular design does not accommodate changes in the thickness of the wader material 100. In fact, the first prototype actually leaked at the wader seam, forming a ridge on the backing plate 208, which caused a non-uniform seal at position 209. In other words, these prototype versions of the invention tended to leak water at position 209 when tested in a swimming pool.

[0201] FIG. 65 shows an improved version of the urine drainage hatch assembly prototype. First of all, it can be understood that the structure no longer relies on the backing plate 208 to form a seal with respect to the flexible O-ring materials 124, 214. This means that a change in wader thickness 100 does not matter. It will be understood that some cheap waders are made of just one rubber sheet. Other more expensive waders may be made of Gore-Tex, PTFE or multi-layered fabrics. If you look at the Simms® online website, its higher-end wader has three layers, and its highest-end guide wader has five layers (thus making the wader significantly thicker). Will be understood. It will also be appreciated that in the art, neoprene waders are even thicker than traditional fishing waders. As can be seen, when reviewing FIG. 65, if the wader material 100 is thicker, the wader material 100 is a portion that simply moves the backing plate down, but is integral with the lid assemblies 110, 202. It will not affect the sealing area between the inverted image sealing area 211 and the upper part 213 of the frame plate 204. Throughout the test, it was found that the sealing area 213 of the frame portion 204 has this pinch-type function of tightening the mirror image sealing area 211, thereby improving the overall sealing capacity. This produces a reliable amount of compression in the sealed area, thus ensuring that the sealed area remains watertight. Another advantage of the protrusion or dentate area 211 is that it captures the O-ring seals 124, 214 so that they do not fall off. In other words, there are many friction surfaces between the inner surface of the lid 202 and the sealing portions 124, 214 themselves that successfully hold the O-ring sealing portions 124, 214 in place. However, during the prototype evaluation, it was found that the design of FIG. 65 had a very serious weakness, that is, the reduction of the aperture 218 on the open side. Looking back at FIG. 62, take a look at the open area 218, which is very important for reaching the penis or placing the GoGirl ™ device (see FIG. 53) as previously indicated. Can be done.

[0202] Returning to FIG. 64, it is understood that there was a fairly large gap 215 between the lid assemblies 110, 202 and where it contacts the top of the frame element 204. obtain. Testing has revealed that this is a significant negative factor. Any hole in the side of the lid, such as a fisherman slipping and hitting a rock, or a crab fisherman hitting a crab cage, deforms the lid so that the hinge can be damaged or the lid itself can crack. Will tend to make you. Therefore, through testing, it was discovered that a small gap 215'is highly desirable, as shown in FIG. This small gap 215'will be present in the entire peripheral portion of the lid portions 110 and 202. When the lid is impacted from the side, the bend 203 bends through a small gap 215'and quickly strikes the enlarged portion of the frame 204, thereby preventing damage or breakage. In other words, the curved portion 203 is used to form the lid portions 110, 202 without breaking the lid portions 110, 202 or causing stress on the butterfly program solid to return. Stay within the elastic limits of plastics or other materials that are made. The gap 215'should be 0.51 centimeters (200/1000 inches (0.20 inches)) or less. In another embodiment the gap is 0.25 centimeters (100/1000 inches (0.10 inches)) or less, in another embodiment 0.13 centimeters (50/1000 inches (0.050)). Inches)) should be less than or equal to.

[0203] After considerable development and testing, the design of FIG. 66 offers several very important advantages. It can be seen that the backing plate 208 has a very similar configuration to that previously described in FIG. 65. In both FIGS. 65 and 66, the backing plate 208 is not part of the pinch seal for the O-ring structures 124, 214. A very unique thing about the frame element 204 shown in cross section in FIG. 66 is that it fits above the top 221 of the frame element 208 when turned up at 219 (in other words, fits). Or it is attached). This novel structure maintains the very important pinch function between the tooth-type features 213 and 211, previously shown in FIG. 65 and also shown in FIG. However, by bending the frame element 204 at 219 so that it rests on the backing plate 208, the maximum aperture 218 is maintained, as previously shown in FIG. In other words, the upper part of the frame element 213 does not extend beyond the surface 223 of the underlying backing plate 208. This unique design includes exchange conditions, which means that the radius of curvature (radius curve) 203 may be smaller than the radius of curvature 211 previously shown in FIGS. 64 and 65. Is. However, this design replacement has been found to be acceptable and the wearer's comfort is maintained.

[0204] With reference to FIG. 66 again, it will be appreciated that this design accommodates variations in the thickness of the wader or fishing trouser material 100. When referring to the wader material 100, it will be appreciated herein that it includes all types of wader, bad weather gear, rain trousers and the like. For example, when the inventor goes to Ketchikan, a wide variety of bad weather gear includes rain trousers, rain trousers with suspenders, belted or unbelted trousers, fishing wader, and other bad weather. Gear is included. Accordingly, the teachings are not intended to limit the scope of application to the specific variations set forth herein, and the present invention may limit its scope to a wide range of bad weather gears. No.

[0205] FIG. 67 is an exploded view of the structure of FIG. 66. It is easier to understand here how the parts are combined to form a watertight seal. It can be understood that the frame aperture 218f has the same size as the backing aperture 218b. This maximizes the entire aperture 218, allowing the user to more easily handle various clothing and body parts through the aperture, thereby facilitating urination. Means. It can be seen that the first surface 226 of the backing 208 and the back side surface 225 of the frame 204 trap the waterproof material 100 between them. At least one adhesive binder 158 (two in this case) is between the back side surface 225 of the frame and the waterproof material 100 and / or between the first surface 226 of the backing 208 and the waterproof material 100. It is attached in between. As can be understood, the backing aperture 218b and the frame aperture 218f are approximately aligned (in other words, aligned). Further, since the backing aperture is the same size as the frame aperture, or in some embodiments larger than the frame aperture, the area of the backing aperture 218b is equal to or equal to that of the frame aperture 218f. Greater than that. In other words, the aperture size of the backing aperture can be at least as large as the frame aperture. The backing also has a raised edge 221 along the inner peripheral portion 223 of the backing aperture, and the raised edge is the second of the frame portion 204 along the second inner peripheral portion 231 of the frame portion aperture 218f. It is placed in a peripheral undercut (in other words, a lower recess) 229 formed in the raised edge 219. The undercut 229 allows the raised edge 221 of the backing to be nested inside, thereby maximizing the aperture 218. The lid portion 202 has a third raised edge portion 211 that extends toward the frame portion when the lid portion is in the closed position, and the third raised edge portion of the lid portion when the lid portion is in the closed position. It will also be appreciated that the 211 is aligned (in other words, aligned) with the second raised edge 221 of the frame and captures at least a portion of the sealing 214 from each other.

[0206] FIG. 68 is an enlarged cross-sectional view taken from the structure of FIG. 66. As shown in FIG. 68, the inner side surface 225 of the frame portion (ie, the base portion) 204 and the inner side surface 226 of the backing plate are roughened (in other words, roughened or roughened) and the wader material. It helps to promote a strong mechanical bond between 100 and faces 225, 226. As shown in FIG. 67, it must be remembered that the adhesive 158 may be applied to one or both sides of the wader material 100 before the wader material 100 is sandwiched between the frame portion 204 and the backing plate 208. It doesn't become. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the adhesive may consist of a plurality of glues, adhesives, epoxies or binders suitable for firmly attaching the wader material 100 to the frame 204 and the backing plate 208. good. (Aqua Seal ™ was found to be one of the adhesives that binds very well to common wader or waterproof rain trousers / breastplate materials.) Inside Passage in Alaska. During testing by the inventor at, it was found that the very smooth inner surface 225 and inner surface 226 make it difficult for the adhesive to properly capture the wader material, as well as the surfaces 225 and 226. This caused a leak failure of the chest wader while the user was wearing the invention while fishing in the open air. Surprisingly, when deeply wading in a river or tidal area, significant water pressure is applied to the adhesive seal. Investigation revealed that these leaks occurred between faces 204 and 208 of the smooth plastic, not between the adhesive and the wader or trouser material itself. The wader tested was made of a breathable Gore-Tex ™ type material with many micropores. It has been revealed that an adhesive such as AquaSeal ™ binds very well to the surface 100 of such a breathable fabric, thereby forming a watertight seal. The inventor has found that the rough surface 225 and the rough surface 226 allow the adhesive 158 to bond significantly better. The rough surface may be attached after the parts (204, 208) have been made, but if the rough surface 225 and rough surface 226 can be designed into a mold that will produce the frame portion 204 and the backing plate 208. That is preferable. In this way, the rough surface is part of the mold and is created uniformly for all parts 204 and 208.

[0207] The use of suitable coupling technique to the surface 225 and the surface 2 2 6 (100 shown in and / or FIG. 72), as well as the use of an adhesive 158, rivets 168 in FIGS. 29 to 34 it is no longer necessary Is understood by those skilled in the art. This means that the use of rivets, fasteners, screws, bolts, clips, etc. is no longer required and the overall flatness of the frame 204 and backing plate 208 can be optimized. It also contributes to the overall appearance of the invention, minimizing assembly time and reducing the possibility of anomalies or defects.

[0208] FIG. 69 is an enlarged cross-sectional view very similar to FIG. 68, where the surface 225 is formed as a series of triangular shaped cutouts 227 running along the periphery of the frame portion 204. .. The triangular shaped cutout 227 helps to bite into the wader material 100, thereby increasing its mechanical strength against tension. In another embodiment, the surface 226 is represented as a series of channels 228 running along the periphery of the frame 204. Again, the adhesive 158 will flow into these cutouts 227 and / or channel 228, increasing the overall tensile strength before failure occurs. It is understood that the wader or trouser material 100 may also be roughened (during manufacturing or in a secondary file type work). As will be appreciated by those of skill in the art, these particular descriptions are not intended to fully include all possible embodiments and are therefore attached to and / or formed on surfaces 225 and 226. There are numerous shapes, surface contours, roughened parts and textured parts to be obtained.

[0209] FIG. 70 is an enlarged cross-sectional view similar to FIGS. 68 and 69, another embodiment having only a single frame portion 204 with a rough surface 225, a rough surface 227 described above. Shown here. In this embodiment, the backing plate 208 is no longer needed because the bond between the wader material 100 and the frame 204 is so strong with the combination of the appropriate adhesive 158 and the cutout 227 that the backing plate is no longer needed. 208 has been lost. Field tests demonstrate that the backing plate 208 may be eliminated, especially when the wader or trouser material 100 is a breathable cloth, or the wader or trouser material 100 is also coarsened in the joint area. Has been done. The frame 204 may be located inside the wader 100 or outside the wader as shown herein, and the bond and seal between the wader and the frame is strong and waterproof. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that any design configuration will be acceptable as long as it is sex.

[0210] Tested by the inventor of the Inside Passage in Alaska on a natural river, wader wearers hike the steep banks of the river, wading through muddy swamps, deep bushes and willow bushes, etc. It turned out that there was a situation where I had to step inside. In these situations, the inventor broke the fishing rod, lost fishing nets and equipment, and so on. The point is that the legs of the wader / trousers can be subject to very significant tensile and impact stresses in the groin area where the adhesive binders 225 and 227 are formed. The inventor also spent many days and nights on board at the ports of Inside Passage in Alaska, such as Ketchikan's Bar Harbor Marina. At these ports, the inventor was often connected right next to one of many types of Alaskan commercial fishing vessels (crab fishing vessels, trailers, net fishing vessels, etc.). Therefore, the inventor had many opportunities to talk with the crew and captains of these ships. What has been discovered is that life on a commercial ship is even more harsh than the inventor's personal experience of hiking in the river described above. Therefore, in almost all situations, the roughened 208, 226, 228 backing plates add to the invention additional strength of a rigid type, which is preferred.

[0211] FIG. 71 is a perspective view of the front surface 226 of the backing plate 208, which can take the form of a cutout 227 and / or channel 228 whose rough surface is triangular in shape. As shown in FIG. 71, it is understood that these features can follow the shape of aperture 218 when bent around surface 226. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the feature portions 227 and 228 can be uniformly applied to the surface 225 of the frame portion 204.

[0212] FIG. 72 is a cross-sectional view similar to FIGS. 68-70, showing an exploded view of the new embodiment, although the wader 100 is made of a non-breathable material such as rubber or various elastomers. Here, it has a channel 234 integrated into the wader material 100 itself. Channel 234 helps the adhesive 158 to capture and properly adhere to the wader material 100. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the same channels 227 and 228 may be attached to the frame 204 and the backing plate 208.

It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that seam welding may be used between either the frame 104 or the backing plate 108 and the wader material 100 instead of the adhesive 158. Further included are adhesives, seam welds, compression fittings, gaskets, etc. that are consistent with the structures taught herein and form a watertight connection between the wader material and the structures of the invention. , Other attachment means known to those of skill in the art may be used.

[0214] FIG. 73 is a geometric representation of the aperture 218 of FIGS. 62 and 63. The inventor has spent a lot of time trying to determine the best shape for aperture 218 through trial and error. Many challenges were taken into account, including wearer comfort, ease of manufacture, and ease of use through apertures, to name a few. The previous circular and trapezoidal shapes all have significant weaknesses in one area or another. The inventor considers here that the best shape is simply the 235 shape in which the larger circle 233 (larger arc) overlaps at least partially the smaller circle 237 (smaller arc). There is. Extensive testing has shown that the presence of this larger circle on top of the smaller circle makes it easier to reach and position the penis (or GoGirl ™). The fillet portion 239 can then smoothly connect the larger arc to the smaller arc. This shape is easily visible in FIG. 73, but can also be seen in FIGS. 62 and 63. Here, the aperture 218 is easily adapted to the human body and also facilitates access through the aperture.

[0215] The particular circular shape shown herein may be a non-circular shape, such as an ellipse, or various square or triangular shapes with very rounded corners, and the larger aperture at the top. It will also be appreciated by those skilled in the art that it still contains the spirit of the inventive aperture 218, which has, and also has a similarly shaped smaller aperture at the bottom. In other words, the frame aperture may be made in such a shape that the larger contoured aperture overlaps at least partly with the similarly shaped smaller contoured aperture, and the larger contoured aperture is the frame. The aperture that is provided at the upper part of the partial aperture and has a smaller contour is provided at the lower part of the frame portion aperture. The contoured aperture 218 shown in FIG. 73 happens to be circular, but since this teaching is not limited to arcs alone, many other contours can be taken, as in the discussion above.

[0216] Although some embodiments have been described in detail for purposes of illustration, various modifications may be made to each without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not limited except as limited by the appended claims.

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A pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders with a sealable opening for draining bodily fluids.
A pair of trousers and / or waders with a first leg and a second leg, wherein the first leg and the second leg are the wearer's waist, or waist and neck. Connected to a torso that terminates between, said one pair of trousers and / or wader is equipped with a waterproof material, and said one pair of trousers slides over a pair of waterproof or water resistant booties or boots. With a pair of trousers and / or a wader configured to and / or the one wader is attached to the pair of waterproof or water resistant booties or boots.
A rigid frame portion provided in the inguinal portion of the first pair of trousers and / or the wader and hermetically sealed to the first pair of trousers and / or the wader. A rigid frame that forms a frame aperture that separates the outside of the trousers and / or wader from the inside of the trousers and / or wader.
A rigid lid that is pivotally connected to the frame and configured to engage the frame aperture on the front side of the frame.
A sealing portion provided between the frame portion and the lid portion, which forms a waterproof stopper for the frame portion aperture when the lid portion is in the closed position.
A rigid backing that forms a backing aperture, with the first surface of the backing and the back side of the frame between them in the inguinal region of the first pair of trousers and / or waders. With a backing that captures the waterproof material,
A peripheral undercut formed along the inner peripheral portion of the frame portion aperture on the back side surface of the frame portion,
It comprises a raised edge formed along the inner circumference of the backing aperture.
The raised edge of the backing is arranged within the peripheral undercut of the frame, and the raised edge and the peripheral undercut align the backing aperture and the frame aperture.
A pair of waterproof trousers and / or wader. The frame aperture has a shape in which the larger contoured aperture at least partially overlaps the similarly shaped smaller contoured aperture, and the larger contoured aperture is the upper part of the framed aperture. The waterproof one trouser and / or wader according to claim 1, wherein the aperture having the smaller contour is provided at the lower part of the frame portion aperture. The first pair of trousers further has a first foot, booties or boots and a second foot that are permanently or removablely connected to the first leg and the second leg, respectively. , Booties or boots, and a pair of waterproof trousers and / or waders according to claim 2. The waterproof first trouser according to claim 3, wherein the aperture having a larger contour has a shape of a larger arc, and the aperture having a smaller contour has a shape of a smaller arc. And / or wader. The waterproof one according to claim 3, wherein both the frame portion aperture and the backing aperture have a shape in which the aperture having a larger contour overlaps with the aperture having a smaller contour at least partially. Trousers and / or wader. Between the back side of the frame and the waterproof material of the first pair of trousers and / or the wader, and / or the first surface of the backing and the first pair of trousers and / or the wader. The waterproof single trouser and / or wader according to claim 5, comprising at least one adhesive binder disposed between the waterproof material. The waterproof single trouser and / or wader according to claim 6, wherein the area of the backing aperture is equal to or larger than that of the frame aperture. 6. The sixth aspect of the present invention, wherein the raised edge portion is arranged in the peripheral undercut formed in the second raised edge portion of the frame portion along the second inner peripheral portion of the frame portion aperture. Waterproof one pair of trousers and / or wader. The lid comprises a third raised edge extending towards the frame when the lid is in the closed position, and when the lid is in the closed position, the first of the lid. 1 Trousers and / or wader. The back surface of the frame and / or the first surface of the backing comprises a non-smooth surface.
The non-smooth surface comprises a series of grooves, a series of channels or a rough textured portion.
When the series of grooves, the series of channels, or the textured portion of the rough surface is provided around the frame portion aperture and the backing aperture, the series of grooves, the series of channels, or the texture of the rough surface. The waterproof single trouser and / or wader according to claim 5, wherein the processed portion follows the contours of the back side surface of the frame portion and the first surface of the backing. The waterproof one according to claim 3, comprising a manually unlockable locking or compression locking portion connected to the frame portion and configured to hold the lid portion in the closed position. Trousers and / or wader. The temporary attachment mechanism includes a temporary attachment mechanism connected to the frame portion or the first pair of trousers and / or the wader and configured to hold the lid portion in the open position, and the temporary attachment mechanism is a magnet, a hook-and-loop fastener, and the like. The waterproof single trouser and / or wader according to claim 3, comprising a locking portion or a cam.

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