Patents by Inventor Robin HITCHCOCK

Robin HITCHCOCK has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20100071700
    Abstract: A face mask assembly (FMA) for supplying breathable gas to a wearer. The face mask assembly (FMA) includes a mask frame including a support, a facial cushion attached to the mask frame, and a forehead support. The forehead support includes a forehead cushion assembly and an adjustment knob operatively coupled to the forehead cushion assembly. The adjustment knob is threadably engaged with the forehead cushion assembly such that turning movement of the adjustment knob causes the mask frame to be moved between retracted and extended positions with respect to the forehead cushion assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2006
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Robin HITCHCOCK, Eva NG, Vincent CHU, George CAMPBELL, Errol D'SOUZA, Scott HOWARD, Murray LEE, Paul HUXTABLE, Geoffrey CRUMBLIN, Nicholas ROSEBY
  • Publication number: 20080105264
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2007
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael GUNARATNAM, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20080099027
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2007
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael Gunaratnam, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20080099024
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael GUNARATNAM, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20080092905
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael GUNARATNAM, Philip KWOH, Robin HITCHCOCK, Lee VELISS, Memduh GUNEY, Richard SOKOLOV, Perry LITHGOW, Donald DARKIN, Susan LYNCH
  • Publication number: 20080092906
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael GUNARATNAM, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20080092904
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael GUNARATNAM, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20070215161
    Abstract: A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame and a cushion. The cushion has a non-face contacting portion structured to be connected to the frame, a face-contacting portion structured to engage the patient's face, and a central portion that interconnects the non-face contacting portion and the face contacting portion. The frame may be structured to allow a forehead support to assume multiple positions, to compensate for replacement cushions that may have a different profile, shape or size. The cushion is structured to compensate for variations in strap tension, treatment pressure and/or movement of the patient. Headgear may be provided with a strap assembly in which one or more straps is provided with selectively adjustable elasticity or extensibility that may be automatically changed in dependence of treatment pressure and/or treatment type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2005
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Robert Frater, Joanne Drew, Philip Kwok, Patrick Mc Auliffe, Aaron Davidson, Robin Hitchcock, Michael Gunaratnam
  • Publication number: 20070062539
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2006
    Publication date: March 22, 2007
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael Gunaratnam, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch
  • Publication number: 20060137690
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2004
    Publication date: June 29, 2006
    Inventors: Michael Gunaratnam, Philip Kwok, Memduh Guney, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Richard Sokolov
  • Publication number: 20060118117
    Abstract: A comfortable low-leak mask assembly for use with Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV) is provided to improve patient compliance and/or treatment. The mask system may include headgear having straps that are substantially inextensible and/or micro-adjustable; and/or a mask and/or cushion that includes various structures to allow enhanced/tailored sealing and/or fit at selected locations on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2003
    Publication date: June 8, 2006
    Inventors: Michael Berthon-Jones, Peter Bateman, Donald Darkin, Robin Hitchcock, Philip Jenkinson, Susan Lynch, Gordon Malouf, Patrick McAuliffe, Milind Raje, Gary Robinson, Richard Sokolov, Philip Stallard, Michael Gunaratnam
  • Publication number: 20050241644
    Abstract: A nasal assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having an integrally formed first connector portion. A nozzle assembly includes a gusset or base portion and a pair of nozzles. At least one inlet conduit is structured to deliver breathable gas into the frame and nozzle assembly for breathing by the patient. A pair of second connector portions are removably and rotatably connected to respective first connector portions of the frame and are in communication with respective inlet conduits, e.g., directly or via angle connectors. A headgear assembly is removably connected to the pair of second connector portions and/or the angle connectors so as to maintain the frame and the nozzle assembly in a desired adjusted position on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2005
    Publication date: November 3, 2005
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael Gunaratnam, Philip Kwok, Robin Hitchcock, Lee Veliss, Memduh Guney, Richard Sokolov, Perry Lithgow, Donald Darkin, Susan Lynch, Muditha Dantanarayana, Rachael Moore