Patents by Inventor Stuart L. Rotramel

Stuart L. Rotramel 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).

  • Method and apparatus for maintaining open air passageways
    Patent number: 6171314
    Abstract: Apparatus and method for maintaining open air passageways in a human are disclosed. The apparatus includes at least one central support member and may include side support members. The support members include a chin contacting surface and body contacting surfaces. Placement of the apparatus under the chin of the human in a supine position maintains air passageways of the human substantially open. The apparatus and method are particularly useful in maintaining open air passageways in humans undergoing surgical procedures requiring anesthesia.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2001
    Inventor: Stuart L. Rotramel