Patents by Inventor Robert D. Warters

Robert D. Warters 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).

  • Patent number: 10463824
    Abstract: Provided are systems, devices and methods for ventilating patients. For example, provided are ventilation masks. The described ventilation masks can be used in ventilation procedures of patients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2019
    Assignee: MUSC FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT
    Inventors: Robert D. Warters, Robert G. Dickie
  • Publication number: 20140230821
    Abstract: Provided are systems, devices and methods for ventilating patients. For example, provided are ventilation masks. The described ventilation masks can be used in ventilation procedures of patients.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2012
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: MUSC FOUNDATION FOR RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT
    Inventors: Robert D. Warters, Robert G. Dickie
  • Patent number: 5605149
    Abstract: A novel method and apparatus for directing air flow and for removing internal secretions within an intubated patient is disclosed. In one respect, the invention contemplates an air flow assembly including a conduit coupling assembly coupled to an expansible conduit. The conduit coupling assembly includes a housing with an upper flow connector and a lower flow connector; a recess at its lower end; and an annular, valved partition defining an annular chamber within the housing below the partition. The lower flow connector is configured to be connected to the upper or proximal end of an endotracheal tube so as to form an annular passageway between the endotracheal tube and the expansible conduit. The upper flow connector is adapted to receive air or other desired gas from a suitable source. The partition includes a one-way flow valve or other device for enabling flow of gas selectively through the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1997
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventor: Robert D. Warters