Patents by Inventor Michael J. Short

Michael J. Short 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).

  • CPAP system and method of use
    Patent number: 8118023
    Abstract: A system and method for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by means of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) system in which is included an ultra-violet light source to remove bacteria and contaminants which may cause respiratory infection in a patient being treated. The ultraviolet light source is contained in a specially designed chamber comprising aluminum or equivalent suitable materials. The ultraviolet chamber is positioned directly downstream of a humidification unit and includes specially positioned baffles to protect connecting elements and other system components from any possible damage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Inventor: Michael J. Short
  • CPAP system and method of use
    Publication number: 20090173344
    Abstract: A system and method for treating obstructive sleep apnea(OSA) by means of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP) system in which is included an ultra-violet light source to remove bacteria and contaminants which may cause respiratory infection in a patient being treated. The ultravoilet light source is contained in a specially designed chamber comprising aluminum or equivalent suitable materials. The ultraviolet chamber is positioned directly downstream of a humidification unit and includes specially positioned baffles to protect connecting elements and other system components from any possible damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: Michael J. Short