Abstract: A breathing apparatus is operable in self-contained and filtered modes of operation. In the self-contained mode of operation, a breathable gas is delivered to a user from a self-contained source of breathing gas. In a second, filtered mode of operation, a suction source draws ambient air through a filter removing contaminants and delivers filtered ambient air to the user. A method of delivering air to a subject is also provided.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 20, 2015
Date of Patent:
November 20, 2018
Assignee:
Patriot Life Support, Inc.
Inventors:
James W. Teetzel, Gary M. Lemire, Daniel A. Desrosiers, Mark A. Hansen