Patents by Inventor Nicholas Charles Alan Smith
Nicholas Charles Alan 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).
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Patent number: 10946158Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2018Date of Patent: March 16, 2021Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Publication number: 20190217041Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2018Publication date: July 18, 2019Inventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 10137274Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2017Date of Patent: November 27, 2018Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 10137273Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2015Date of Patent: November 27, 2018Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Publication number: 20180001047Abstract: A CPAP system for supplying humidified gases to a user is disclosed in which various interfaces are described for gas delivery. A mask cushion including a deformable cushion and thin sheath is described.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2017Publication date: January 4, 2018Inventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon, Fiona Elizabeth Cresswell
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Publication number: 20170252527Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2017Publication date: September 7, 2017Inventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 9707368Abstract: A CPAP system for supplying humidified gases to a user is disclosed in which various interfaces are described for gas delivery. A mask cushion including a deformable cushion and thin sheath is described.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2013Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon, Fiona Elizabeth Cresswell
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Publication number: 20150273169Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2015Publication date: October 1, 2015Inventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 8973581Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2012Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Chris Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Publication number: 20140230813Abstract: A CPAP system for supplying humidified gases to a user is disclosed in which various interfaces are described for gas delivery. A mask cushion including a deformable cushion and thin sheath is described.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2013Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon, Fiona Elizabeth Cresswell
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Patent number: 8613279Abstract: A CPAP system for supplying humidified gases to a user is disclosed in which various interfaces are described for gas delivery. A mask cushion including a deformable cushion and thin sheath is described.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2009Date of Patent: December 24, 2013Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon, Fiona Elizabeth Cresswell
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Patent number: 8602029Abstract: A CPAP system for supplying humidified gases to a user is disclosed in which various interfaces are described for gas delivery. A mask cushion including a deformable cushion and thin sheath is described.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2007Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Lewis George Gradon, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Mark Joseph Haycock, Chris Earl Nightingale, Daniel Mahon
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Publication number: 20130068228Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swiveled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface, The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Applicant: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Chris Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 8267091Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swivelled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2009Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Lewis George Gradon, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic
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Patent number: 8100126Abstract: The present invention is a mask for the delivery of gases to a patient. The mask has a hollow body and a cushion that seals against the user's face. The cushion is comprised of an inner resilient cushion and an outer flexible sheath. The cushion preferably extends below the patient's chin when in use.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2006Date of Patent: January 24, 2012Inventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Aidan Mark Shotbolt, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon
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Patent number: 8096301Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swivelled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2009Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Lewis George Gradon, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic
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Patent number: 7874292Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swivelled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2004Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Chris Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: 7856981Abstract: The present invention is related a nasal positive airway pressure device. The nasal device utilizes an engagement means located about nasal cannulae to engage and secure the cannulae within the nares of a patient. The engagement means is a nasal scaling flap. The flap in its natural bias is tapered, the wide-open end of which is shaped to conform to the facial contours of a patient's nose around the outside of the nose. Thus in a closed form, the flap provides a cup-like device that is fitted around the patient's nose and prevent the nasal device from falling from the patients nose. In the open form, which allows for placement and fitting of the nasal device, the flap is intended to be in a bent back position to aid insertion of the nasal cannulae into the patient's nares.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2002Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Dominic Robert Doyle
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Publication number: 20100078028Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swivelled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2009Publication date: April 1, 2010Inventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Chris Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon
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Patent number: RE41298Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for delivering a supply of gases to a patient. The device includes a patient interface and connecting member. The connecting member is preferably a L-shaped swivelled connector that is capable of being fixed into one of two positions, a first position where the connector is freely rotatable within the patient interface, and a second position where an interference between the interface and connector prevents the free rotation of the connector within the patient interface. The present invention further relates to a connector that has outlet means, which includes at least one outlet vent and a funnel, which in use directs and passes a substantial portion gases expired from the patient through the outlet vent or vents.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2007Date of Patent: May 4, 2010Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare LimitedInventors: Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Chris Earl Nightingale, Ivan Milivojevic, Lewis George Gradon