Patents by Inventor Steven B. Radney

Steven B. Radney 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).

  • Publication number: 20170232221
    Abstract: A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2017
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: JEFFREY KEPLER, MICHAEL E. MORT, RICHARD A. SEMAN, JR., MARK WILLIAM DiMATTEO, CHRISTOPHER J. McCRACKEN, JAMES S. VREELAND, STEVEN B. RADNEY, MICHAEL BOBECK, ALLAN CAMERON, DAVID P. CHASTAIN, PATRICK F. McDERMOTT, WILLIAM J. PALM, ROY A. THOMPSON
  • Patent number: 9656034
    Abstract: A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: RIC INVESTMETNS, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey Kepler, Michael E. Mort, Richard A. Seman, Mark William DiMatteo, Christopher J. McCracken, James S. Vreelan, Steven B. Radney, Michael Bobeck, Allen Cameron, David P. Chastain, Patrick F. McDermott, William J. Palm, Roy A. Thompson
  • Publication number: 20150128952
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a first conduit, a second conduit, and a patient interface coupled to the first conduit and the second conduit. The first and second conduits each include a first end that is disposed proximate to a top of a head of a user, and a second end that is disposed proximate to an airway of such a user when the patient interface assembly is being worn by the user. The first and second conduits also each include a central portion that extends along the sides of a face between the user's eye and an ear a head strap is coupled between the first and second conduit, and a patient interface is coupled to the second ends of the first and second conduits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventors: JEROME MATULA, JR., PETER CHI FAI HO, JASON P. EATON, ELIAS G. DIACOPOULOS, STEVEN B. RADNEY
  • Patent number: 8857435
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a first conduit, a second conduit, and a patient interface coupled to the first conduit and the second conduit. The first and second conduits each include a first end that is disposed proximate to a top of a head of a user, and a second end that is disposed proximate to an airway of such a user when the patient interface assembly is being worn by the user. The first and second conduits also each include a central portion that extends along the sides of a face between the user's eye and an ear a head strap is coupled between the first and second conduit, and a patient interface is coupled to the second ends of the first and second conduits.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jerome Matula, Jr., Peter Chi Fai Hongqiang, Jason P. Eaton, Elias G. Diacopoulos, Steven B. Radney
  • Patent number: 8375945
    Abstract: A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey Kepler, Michael E. Mort, Richard A. Seman, Jr., Mark William DiMatteo, Christopher J. McCracken, James S. Vreelan, Steven B. Radney, Michael Bobeck, Allen Cameron, David P. Chastain, Patrick F. McDermott, William J. Palm, Roy A. Thompson
  • Publication number: 20120227744
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device and a headgear. The headgear includes a first headgear strap and a second headgear strap having first end portions connected to opposite sides of the patient interface device. Second end portions of the first headgear strap and a second headgear strap are coupled to a first beam member and a second beam member respectively. The first and second beam members extend behind a head of such as user during use and are joined together via an adjustment mechanism that allows the overall length of the first beam and the second beam to be selectively adjusted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: RIC INVESTMENTS, LLC
    Inventor: STEVEN B. RADNEY
  • Patent number: 8196583
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device having a first fastening element and a second fastening element and a headgear for attaching the patient interface device to a head of a user. The headgear includes a headgear member having a first headgear attachment portion and a second headgear attachment portion, and an attaching mechanism coupling the first headgear attachment portion to the first fastening element and coupling the second headgear attachment portion to the second fastening element. One adjustment of the attaching mechanism controls a tension in the connection between both (i) the first headgear attachment portion and the first fastening element and (ii) the second headgear attachment portion and the second fastening element simultaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventor: Steven B. Radney
  • Publication number: 20120132210
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a first conduit, a second conduit, and a patient interface coupled to the first conduit and the second conduit. The first and second conduits each include a first end that is disposed proximate to a top of a head of a user, and a second end that is disposed proximate to an airway of such a user when the patient interface assembly is being worn by the user. The first and second conduits also each include a central portion that extends along the sides of a face between the user's eye and an ear a head strap is coupled between the first and second conduit, and a patient interface is coupled to the second ends of the first and second conduits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Publication date: May 31, 2012
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: JEROME MATULA, JR., PETER CHI FAI HO, JASON P. EATON, ELIAS G. DIACOPOULOS, STEVEN B. RADNEY
  • Patent number: 8118027
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a substantially rigid support and a patient interface device coupled to a first end of the support. A first arm is coupled to a first side of the support and a second arm is coupled to a second side of the support. A cross member spans between the first arm and the second arm such that the cross member is disposed under a patient's mandible when the patient interface assembly is worn by a user. An addition, a conduit is coupled to a second end of the support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jerome Matula, Jr., Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jason P. Eaton, Elias G. Diacopoulos, Steven B. Radney
  • Patent number: 7856275
    Abstract: Apparatus for the non-invasive and specific activation of the vestibular system in a patient. Preferred embodiments of the present invention allow for the placement of a stimulating electrode in the ear canal while providing a firm and comfortable coupling with the patient. The stimulating electrode is a deformable material that contacts the skin in the ear canal. A stimulating device operates in cooperation with the stimulating electrode to generate a stimulation waveform for the stimulation of the vestibular system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Assignee: Ric Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Zachary Paul, Stefanie Lattner, Stefanida K. Blake, Patrick Devinney, Mark DiMatteo, Steven B. Radney, Peter Chi Fai Ho, Benjamin A. Giovannelli, Michael Cessna, Michael E. Colbaugh
  • Publication number: 20100218768
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device having a first fastening element and a second fastening element and a headgear for attaching the patient interface device to a head of a user. The headgear includes a headgear member having a first headgear attachment portion and a second headgear attachment portion, and an attaching mechanism coupling the first headgear attachment portion to the first fastening element and coupling the second headgear attachment portion to the second fastening element. One adjustment of the attaching mechanism controls a tension in the connection between both (i) the first headgear attachment portion and the first fastening element and (ii) the second headgear attachment portion and the second fastening element simultaneously.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: RIC INVESTMENTS, LLC
    Inventor: STEVEN B. RADNEY
  • Publication number: 20100126506
    Abstract: A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2010
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: JEFFREY KEPLER, MICHAEL E. MORT, RICHARD A. SEMAN, JR., MARK DIMATTEO, CHRISTOPHER J. MCCRACKEN, JAMES S. VREELAN, STEVEN B. RADNEY, MICHAEL BOBECK, ALLEN CAMERON, DAVID P. CHASTAIN, PATRICK F. McDERMOTT, WILLIAM J. PALM, ROY A. THOMPSON
  • Patent number: 7721737
    Abstract: A headgear for attaching an object to a head of a user that is defined by a support beam and first and second ear loops coupled to opposite ends of the beam. The support beam generally wraps around a back of a user's neck or head and remains below the external occipital protuberance at all times during use of the headgear. This configuration minimizes the contact between the portions of the headgear and the user's hair. The first and second ear loops each include an upper arm adapted to be positioned above the ear, a lower arm adapted to be positioned below the ear, or both. An interface device is coupled to the headgear and held on the user's head by a tensioning force pulling the interface device toward the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventor: Steven B. Radney
  • Patent number: 7677246
    Abstract: A pressure support system that comprises a patient circuit, a docking assembly, and a tank. The patient circuit delivers a pressurized flow of breathable gas to a patient. The docking assembly has an inlet and an outlet that is adapted to receive the pressurized flow of breathable gas, and is also adapted to be connected with the patient circuit. The tank is constructed and arranged to be removably connected with the docking assembly, and enables the pressurized flow of breathable gas to pass therethrough. The tank is also adapted to contain a liquid such that a humidity level of the pressurized flow of breathable gas is elevated as the pressurized flow of breathable gas passes therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey Kepler, Michael E. Mort, Richard A. Seman, Jr., Mark DiMatteo, Christopher J. McCracken, James S. Vreeland, Steven B. Radney, Michael Bobeck, Allan Cameron, David P. Chastain, Patrick F. McDermott, William J. Palm, Roy A. Thompson
  • Patent number: 7665465
    Abstract: A respiratory support system having a patient interface attached to a headgear assembly for delivering a gas to a patient is disclosed. The headgear provides a rigid member and a pad held in place on the patient's head by straps. The rigid member functions to prevent creep of the straps, distribute the strapping forces, and minimized tangential strap forces that otherwise squeeze the sides of the patient's head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2010
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventor: Steven B. Radney
  • Patent number: 7296575
    Abstract: A headgear for attaching an object to a head of a user that is defined by a support beam and first and second ear loops coupled to opposite ends of the beam. The support beam generally wraps around a back of a user's neck or head and remains below the external occipital protuberance at all times during use of the headgear. This configuration minimizes the contact between the portions of the headgear and the user's hair. The first and second ear loops each include an upper arm adapted to be positioned above the ear, a lower arm adapted to be positioned below the ear, or both. An interface device is coupled to the headgear and held on the user's head by a tensioning force pulling the interface device toward the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2007
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventor: Steven B Radney
  • Patent number: 7178525
    Abstract: A patient interface system having a patient interface and chin support system for supporting the patient interface on the patient and for supplying a flow of gas from a patient circuit to the patient interface. In one embodiment, the chin support is formed from flexible hollow chambered support and extends from either side of the patient interface curving downwardly in front of the patient's cheeks, around the outside of the patient's mouth, to a position beneath the patient's mandible. In another embodiment, the chin support is coupled to a conduit that is coupled to the patient interface. The chin support includes at least a portion that is disposed under the patient's mandible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2007
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jerome Matula, Jr., Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jason P Eaton, Elias G. Diacopoulos, Steven B. Radney
  • Patent number: D558878
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2008
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Richard J. Lordo, Amy J. Phillips, Steven B. Radney, Paul Hodge, Amir Genosar