Patents by Inventor Lance Busch
Lance Busch 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).
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Publication number: 20170095951Abstract: An oral appliance (1) is provided for the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. The oral appliance (1) includes an upper tray (10) adaptable to conform to a user's maxillary dentition and a plurality of lower trays (40), each of the lower trays (40) adaptable to conform to the user's mandibular dentition. At least some of the lower trays (40) are structured to engage the upper tray (10), each of the lower trays (40) are structured to impart a different fixed amount of mandibular advancement.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2016Publication date: April 6, 2017Inventors: Eugene Nelson SCARBERRY, Gary LOTZ, Lance BUSCH, Robert Dale PARKS, Christopher STYGAR, Ronald B. KEMNITZER
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Patent number: 8997740Abstract: A humidifier for use with a pressure support system. The humidifier includes a body having an inlet, a fluid holding chamber, and an outlet. The inlet is positioned upstream and in fluid communication with the fluid holding chamber. The outlet is positioned downstream of and in fluid communication with the fluid holding chamber. A back-flow preventing valve is positioned upstream of the fluid chamber. The back-flow preventing valve is movable between an open position, in which the inlet is unblocked, and a closed position in which the inlet is blocked. In the closed position, the back-flow preventing valve prevents fluid, fluid vapor, or both from entering the pressure support via the inlet to the humidifier.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2007Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: J. Raymond Pujol, Patrick W. Truitt, Daniel Martin, Winslow K. Duff, Steven A. Kimmel, Jeffery Keppler, Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch, Jerome Matula, Jr., Drew A. Demangone, Anthony J. Bafile
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Patent number: 8997744Abstract: A conduit coupling assembly for use in connection with a patient interface device. The conduit coupling assembly includes a coupling retention assembly for retaining the conduit coupling in a predetermined position with respect to the user's face, and an adjustment assembly that permits continuous adjustment of a position of the conduit coupling with respect to a user's face. The conduit coupling assembly is continuously adjustable and retainable in an adjusted position and orientation by the adjustment assembly.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2011Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, Lance Busch
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Patent number: 8757150Abstract: Condensation management techniques for a gas flow delivery system. The techniques include providing a radiant barrier associated with patient circuit and/or a patient interface, providing a water trap and/or an absorbent insert in the patient interface device, or a combination of these techniques. The radiant barrier prevents condensation from forming in the patient circuit and/or the patient interface. The water trap and absorbent insert in the patient interface control condensation that reaches or forms in the interior of the patient interface to prevent it from interfering the user of the gas delivery system.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2005Date of Patent: June 24, 2014Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Doug L. Davidowski, Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch, Richard J. Lordo, Jerome Matula, Jr.
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Patent number: 8573211Abstract: A seal and a mask using a seal that includes a first end portion adapted to be coupled to a seal support, a second end portion adapted for sealing engagement with a face of a user, and a sidewall extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The first end portion, second end portion, sidewall, or any combination thereof is formed from an elastomeric material having an elongation of at least 1000%. The seal preferably formed from a unitary piece of elastomeric material.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2012Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch, Eugene N. Scarberry, Jason P. Eaton
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Patent number: 8550080Abstract: A respiratory mask is provided having cushion and a shell wherein the cushion has a frustum portion that extends towards the face of the user to provide a larger more stable and comfortable interface with a user which is better able to conform to the complex geometry of the user's face.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2008Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Ric Investments, LLCInventors: Gerald E. McGinnis, Peter Chi Fai Ho, Eugene N. Scarberry, Lance Busch, Joseph M. Miceli, Jr.
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Patent number: 8517025Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device, a headgear, and pivoting coupling member joining the interface device to a headgear assembly. In one embodiment, the patient interface device is a nasal cushion that includes a formable support mounted to the nasal cushion for providing support and adjustment of the nasal cushion to improve fit and comfort. In a further embodiment, a pair of rigid connecting members couple the patient interface device to the headgear.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2012Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, Jr., Richard J. Lordo, Lance Busch, Derrick Andrews, Luke Stonis, Chris Von Dohlen
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Patent number: 8365731Abstract: A pressure reducing valve for use in a system adapted to deliver a breathing gas to a patient. The pressure reducing valve is structured to communicate a flow of breathing gas to such a patient's airway during an inspiratory phase. The pressure reducing valve is structured to discharge the flow of breathing gas and a flow of exhaled gas to atmosphere during the expiratory phase. The flow of breathing gas and flow of exhaled gas are discharged to atmosphere through a number of exhaust ports. Because the flow of breathing gas and flow of exhalation gas are discharged through the exhaust ports, less effort is required by a patient during the expiratory phase.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2008Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Ric Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch
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Patent number: 8327848Abstract: A pressure reducing valve for use in a system adapted to deliver a breathing gas to a patient. The pressure reducing valve is structured to communicate a flow of breathing gas to such a patient's airway during an inspiratory phase. The pressure reducing valve is structured to isolate the flow of breathing gas from the patient's airway and to “dump” the flow of breathing gas and a flow of exhalation gas to atmosphere during the expiratory phase. The flow of breathing gas is dumped to atmosphere through a first number of ports; whereas a flow of exhalation gas is dumped to atmosphere through a second number of ports. Because the flow of breathing gas remains isolated from the flow of exhalation gas, less effort is required by a patient during the expiratory phase.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2007Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Zachary D. Paul, Lance Busch, Richard Andrew Sofranko, Marcel D. Jaffre
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Publication number: 20120279502Abstract: A patient interface having a forehead support adjustably. The forehead support assembly includes a support arm that is adjustably mounted to the mask shell, thereby allowing the adjustment of the distance between the forehead support bracket and the mask shell in order to adjust for patients of different sizes. A forehead support bracket is pivotally connected to the support arm. The pivoting forehead support bracket is self-aligning to allow the forehead pad to remain parallel to the patient's forehead at all times, thus enhancing comfort and stability. The forehead support bracket is removable from the support arm, allowing the headgear (with support bracket attached) to be donned separately from the mask and support arm. The forehead support bracket in one embodiment has a forehead pad formed from the headgear itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2012Publication date: November 8, 2012Applicant: RIC INVESTMENTS LLC.Inventors: JASON P. EATON, RICHARD J. LORDO, LANCE BUSCH, PETER HO
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Publication number: 20120216820Abstract: An oral appliance (1) is provided for the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. The oral appliance (1) includes an upper tray (10) adaptable to conform to a user's maxillary dentition and a plurality of lower trays (40), each of the lower trays (40) adaptable to conform to the user's mandibular dentition. At least some of the lower trays (40) are structured to engage the upper tray (10), each of the lower trays (40) are structured to impart a different fixed amount of mandibular advancement.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2012Publication date: August 30, 2012Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: Eugene N. SCARBERRY, Gary LOTZ, Lance BUSCH, Robert Dale PARKS, Christopher STYGAR, Ronald B. KEMNITZER
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Patent number: 8210179Abstract: A patient interface having a forehead support adjustably. The forehead support assembly includes a support arm that is adjustably mounted to the mask shell, thereby allowing the adjustment of the distance between the forehead support bracket and the mask shell in order to adjust for patient's of different sizes. A forehead support bracket is pivotally connected to the support arm. The pivoting forehead support bracket is self-aligning to allow the forehead pad to remain parallel to the patient's forehead at all times, thus enhancing comfort and stability. The forehead support bracket is removable from the support arm, allowing the headgear (with support bracket attached) to be donned separately from the mask and support arm. The forehead support bracket in one embodiment has a forehead pad formed from the headgear itself.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2006Date of Patent: July 3, 2012Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Jason P. Eaton, Richard J. Lordo, Lance Busch, Peter Chi Fai Ho
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Patent number: 8205617Abstract: An oral appliance is provided for the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. The oral appliance includes an upper tray adaptable to conform to a user's maxillary dentition and a plurality of lower trays, each of the lower trays adaptable to conform to the user's mandibular dentition. At least some of the lower trays are structured to engage the upper tray, each of the lower trays are structured to impart a different fixed amount of mandibular advancement.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2007Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Eugene N. Scarberry, Gary Lotz, Lance Busch, Robert Dale Parks, Christopher Stygar, Ronald B. Kemnitzer
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Publication number: 20120138062Abstract: A seal and a mask using a seal that includes a first end portion adapted to be coupled to a seal support, a second end portion adapted for sealing engagement with a face of a user, and a sidewall extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The first end portion, second end portion, sidewall, or any combination thereof is formed from an elastomeric material having an elongation of at least 1000%. The seal preferably formed from a unitary piece of elastomeric material.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2012Publication date: June 7, 2012Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: PETER CHI FAI HO, LANCE BUSCH, EUGENE N. SCARBERRY, JASON P. EATON
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Publication number: 20120125339Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device, a headgear, and pivoting coupling member joining the interface device to a headgear assembly. In one embodiment, the patient interface device is a nasal cushion that includes a formable support mounted to the nasal cushion for providing support and adjustment of the nasal cushion to improve fit and comfort. In a further embodiment, a pair of rigid connecting members couple the patient interface device to the headgear.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2012Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: PETER CHI FAI HO, JEROME MATULA, JR., RICHARD J. LORDO, LANCE BUSCH, DERRICK ANDREWS, LUKE STONIS, CHRIS VON DOHLEN
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Patent number: 8127765Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device, a headgear, and pivoting coupling member joining the interface device to a headgear assembly. In one embodiment, a spring biases the patient interface device against the patient's face when in use. In a further embodiment, the patient interface device is a nasal cushion that includes a formable support mounted to the nasal cushion for providing support and adjustment of the nasal cushion to improve fit and comfort. The headgear assembly in one embodiment is a semi-rigid, minimal contact harness assembly and includes an adjustment assembly that allows for a simultaneous adjustment of multiple straps. In a further embodiment, a pair of rigid connecting members couple the patient interface device to the headgear.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2008Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, Jr., Richard J. Lordo, Lance Busch, Derrick Andrews, Luke Stonis, Chris Von Dohlen
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Patent number: 8127764Abstract: A seal and a mask using a seal that includes a first end portion adapted to be coupled to a seal support, a second end portion adapted for sealing engagement with a face of a user, and a sidewall extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The first end portion, second end portion, sidewall, or any combination thereof is formed from an elastomeric material having an elongation of at least 1000%. The seal preferably formed from a unitary piece of elastomeric material.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2005Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: RIC Investments LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch, Eugene N. Scarberry, Jason P. Eaton
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Patent number: 8051855Abstract: A respiratory mask including a base plate adapted for connection to a gas source and a bladder secured to the base plate to form a generally fluid tight seal with the base plate, and defining at least one internal chamber with the base plate for receiving a fluidizing medium to fill the bladder and form a resilient cushion.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2006Date of Patent: November 8, 2011Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Eugene N. Scarberry, Jian-An Jiang, Lance Busch
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Publication number: 20110180070Abstract: A conduit coupling assembly for use in connection with a patient interface device. The conduit coupling assembly includes a coupling retention assembly for retaining the conduit coupling in a predetermined position with respect to the user's face, and an adjustment assembly that permits continuous adjustment of a position of the conduit coupling with respect to a user's face. The conduit coupling assembly is continuously adjustable and retainable in an adjusted position and orientation by the adjustment assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: PETER CHI FAI HO, JEROME MATULA, LANCE BUSCH
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Patent number: 7931026Abstract: A conduit coupling assembly for use in connection with a patient interface device. The conduit coupling assembly includes a coupling retention assembly for retaining the conduit coupling in a predetermined position with respect to the user's face, and an adjustment assembly that permits continuous adjustment of a position of the conduit coupling with respect to a user's face. The conduit coupling assembly is continuously adjustable and retainable in an adjusted position and orientation by the adjustment assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2007Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: RIC Investments, LLCInventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, Jr., Lance Busch