Initial Design Ideas
Attachment Site Design Ideas
Design #1: Modified Condom Catheter
Design 1 presents a condom catheter design featuring a thin layer of silicone and a volume for urine collection to the canister. Additionally, check valves are integrated to maintain proper vacuum flow direction.
Design #2: Modified Head Condom Catheter
Chosen Design Solution
The selected design solution, based on Design Idea 2 for the attachment site, integrates elements of the existing condom catheter design. It includes a larger volume and thicker area surrounding the penis head to facilitate urine collection, triggering the thermistor sensor for activating the house vacuum system.
Design #3: Modified Bag Catheter
Design 3 presents a modified bag catheter design featuring a non-agitative adhesive and a mesh-like fabric for urine wicking into the collection canister. Additionally, check valves are integrated to maintain proper vacuum flow direction.
Canister Design Ideas
Design #1: Manual Line Switching
Design #2: Double Line with Switching Urinalysis Cup
Chosen Design Solution
Design #3: Integrated Urinalysis Cup with Alternating Valves
