Patents by Inventor Matthew P. Smith

Matthew P. Smith 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).

  • Body cavity tube securing device and method of using same
    Patent number: 6336457
    Abstract: Tube securing devices and method of using them are disclosed for immobilizing an endotracheal tube or the like in a body cavity such as in an intubated position. The device includes an elongated tube grasping arrangement having a ribbon securing device for helping to maintain the position of the tube grasping device in place. The tube grasping device includes a gripping portion disposed between its opposite ends to help limit sliding movement relative to the tube grasping assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2002
    Inventors: Michael S. Hudson, Matthew P. Smith, Douglas A. Moriarty