Joshua Carney

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, plus 6 CIPO patents and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Wearable Hygiene Technology. Top assignees: Sca Hygiene Products Ab, Essity Hygiene and Health Aktiebolag. Active years: 2013-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joshua Carney. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joshua-carney

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

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USPTO Granted Patents = 19 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 68.4

CIPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 18)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 137(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Philadelphia, PA (US) (2014)
Gothenburg, SE (2015 - 2017)
Mölndal, SE (2016 - 2018)
Göteborg, SE (2013 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

15 out of 787

Sca Hygiene Products Ab

patents

4 out of 358

Essity Hygiene and Health Aktiebolag

patents

Years Active: 2013-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Wearable Hygiene Article

Absorbent Product

Monitoring Device

Fluid Detection

Data Collection

Hygiene Monitoring

Absorbent Core

Fecal Insult Location

Elastic Pant

Body Fluid Test

Magnetic Switch

Absorption Measurement

19 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12788639 - Hygiene monitoring device with a sensing panel (2026-11-10),

2. 12447067 - System including a wearable absorbent hygiene article and a hygiene monitoring device (2025-10-21),

3. 10512569 - Wearable absorbent hygiene article comprising a magnetic switch (2019-12-24),

4. 10512568 - Wearable absorbent hygiene article comprising an electronics unit (2019-12-24),

5. 10307303 - Wearable absorbent article (2019-06-04),

6. 9933402 - Method and system for determining the location of a fecal insult (2018-04-03),

7. 9931252 - Method and computer program for monitoring use of an absorbent product (2018-04-03),

8. 9927410 - Method and system for detecting urine and/or feces (2018-03-27),

9. 9675503 - Body fluid test arrangement for an absorbent article (2017-06-13),

10. 9659481 - Data collection and monitoring system and method (2017-05-23),

11. 9402771 - Method and computer program for monitoring use of an absorbent product (2016-08-02),

12. 9317913 - Method for measuring the absorption of fluid in an absorbent product (2016-04-19),

13. 9301551 - Pant (2016-04-05),

14. 9289331 - Disposable absorbent product with elastic leg opening regions and related methods (2016-03-22),

15. 9132046 - Absorbent core and disposable absorbent product with such absorbent core (2015-09-15),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Joshua Carney

Introduction

Joshua Carney is a prominent inventor based in Göteborg, Sweden, known for his remarkable contributions to the field of hygiene products. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Carney combines creativity and practicality in his inventions, particularly those that enhance user experience and functionality in absorbent hygiene articles.

Latest Patents

Carney's recent innovations include a wearable absorbent hygiene article equipped with an electronics unit. This groundbreaking design features a liquid permeable top layer that faces the wearer, an absorbent member positioned between the top and back layers, and an integrated electronics unit powered by a switch. The switch allows the electronics unit to operate based on its state—ON or OFF—ensuring that the power source is utilized efficiently. Another notable patent from Carney involves a similar wearable absorbent hygiene article that incorporates a magnetic switch. In this design, the magnetic switch also connects the electronics unit to the power source, whereby the activation occurs through a relative movement of a magnet, switching states and enhancing usability.

Career Highlights

Joshua Carney has collaborated with renowned companies in the hygiene sector, including SCA Hygiene Products AB and Essity Hygiene and Health Aktiebolag. His career is characterized by a commitment to innovation, and he has spent significant time developing products that not only meet but exceed market expectations.

Collaborations

Throughout his professional journey, Carney has worked alongside talented individuals such as Kresten Karlsen and Yossef Schvetz. These collaborations have facilitated a rich exchange of ideas and technical expertise, further advancing the innovations they pursue together in the realm of hygiene products.

Conclusion

With a commendable portfolio of 17 patents, Joshua Carney stands out as a leading inventor in his field. His latest patents exemplify a dedication to improving the functionality of wearable hygiene products, combining advanced electronics with practical design. As he continues to innovate, Carney’s contributions are poised to make a lasting impact on the industry, enhancing quality and convenience for users worldwide.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.