Mask/face Sealing Structure Patents (Class 128/206.24)
Adhesive (Class 128/206.25)
Closed air-filled passage adjacent mask edge (e.g., tubular bead, etc.) (Class 128/206.26)
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8616211
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Oral appliance with auto negative pressure control and method thereof
    Patent number: 8616208
    Abstract: A method for automatically controlling negative pressure supplied in oral cavity, for relieving sleep apnea and snoring is provided. The method includes: sensing a physiological signal from the user and outputting the sensed physiological signal; extracting a physiological status based on said sensed physiological signal; and automatically controlling said negative pressure provided to the user's oral cavity based on said physiological status.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: Industrial Technology Research Institute
    Inventors: Chung-Chu Chen, Chen-Liang Lin, Chen-Ning Huang, Tung-Ming Yu
  • MASK AND MASK CUSHION THEREFOR
    Publication number: 20130340762
    Abstract: A cushion comprises a substantially triangularly shaped frame from which extends a membrane. The membrane is spaced away from the rim of the frame, and its outer surface is of substantially the same shape as the rim. The seal forming portion thus contacts both the surface of the wearer's nose and a portion of the wearer's face. The shape of the seal forming portion is particularly suited to effectively seal the difficult region of the facial contour that is the crease between the sides of the nose and the face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2013
    Publication date: December 26, 2013
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Philip Rodney KWOK, Robert Edward STYLES
  • GEL FILLING FOR PATIENT INTERFACE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING PATIENT INTERFACE WITH A GEL FILLING
    Publication number: 20130340763
    Abstract: The invention concerns a gel covering of a patient interface. This gel covering has a mask connection area by which its side that faces away from the patient is joined with a mask body. The patient interface can be designed, for example, as a respiratory mask. On its side that faces the patient's face, the respiratory mask has thin, inwardly formed, peripheral contact lips. The respiratory mask has accessories that allow it to be fastened on the patient's head as well as a hose connection for supplying air. At least one region formed from a filler is placed in or on the walls of the gel covering. The method is used to produce the gel covering of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2013
    Publication date: December 26, 2013
    Applicant: WEINMANN GERAETE FUER MEDIZIN GMBH & CO. KG
    Inventors: Martin EIFLER, Martin BECHTEL, Arnold FRERICHS, Matthias PULLA, Henry HAHN, Joachim GARDEIN
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8613281
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Breathing assistance apparatus
    Patent number: 8613279
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Christopher Earl Nightingale, Lewis George Gradon, Mark Joseph Haycock, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Daniel Mahon, Fiona Elizabeth Cresswell
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8613280
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Breathing assistance apparatus
    Patent number: 8602029
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Lewis George Gradon, Nicholas Charles Alan Smith, Alastair Edwin McAuley, Mark Joseph Haycock, Chris Earl Nightingale, Daniel Mahon
  • Patient interface device
    Patent number: 8596271
    Abstract: A patient interface device that includes a support member sized and configured to span at least a portion of a patient's face while remaining below the patient's eyes responsive to the patient interface device being donned by such a patient and a sealing assembly operatively coupled to the support member such that the support member is moveable relative to the support member. The support member defines a gas carrying conduit adapted to carry a flow of gas to the sealing assembly. The support member is a single-piece unitary member and includes a conduit coupling portion adapted to be coupled to a patient circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jerome Matula, Jr., Jason Paul Eaton, Steven C. Stegman, Luke Stonis, Greg Merz, Keith Grider, Nic Davirro, Christopher D. Von Dohlen, Justin Rothermel
  • Respiratory mask and method for manufacturing a respiratory mask
    Patent number: 8596273
    Abstract: A respiratory mask, a mould for a respiratory mask, as well as to a method for producing a respiratory mask are disclosed, in which manufacturability and usability of respiratory masks are improved. A respiratory mask is disclosed for administering a breathable gas to a patient, the respiratory mask comprising a first component formed from a flexible material and a second component formed from a material that is more rigid than the flexible material, wherein the first component is formed onto the second component by an overmoulding process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignees: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH, ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Johann S. Burz, Achim Biener, Bernd Christoph Lang, Philip Rodney Kwok, Karthikeyan Selvarajan, Robert Edward Henry
  • Nasal respiratory mask system
    Patent number: 8596276
    Abstract: A light weight nasal respiratory mask system securing airtightness of a mounting section between a nasal mask and a frame is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: Teijin Pharma Limited
    Inventors: Keiko Omura, Masahide Takishita, Tongoh Chin, Hideharu Shimura, Shinya Fujimoto, Naoki Kurai
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8578935
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • ERGONOMIC AND ADJUSTABLE RESPIRATORY MASK ASSEMBLY WITH HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20130291870
    Abstract: A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame having a main body and a side frame member provided on each lateral side of the main body. Each side frame member includes an integrally formed first connector portion. A headgear assembly is removably attachable to the frame. The headgear assembly has a second connector portion adapted to be removably coupled with the first connector portion provided on the frame. The second connector portion is manually movable to a releasing position to detach the headgear assembly from the frame. The headgear assembly is rotationally adjustable with respect to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: Anthony Michael GING, Saad NASR
  • Respiratory mask seal and mask using same
    Patent number: 8573211
    Abstract: A seal and a mask using a seal that includes a first end portion adapted to be coupled to a seal support, a second end portion adapted for sealing engagement with a face of a user, and a sidewall extending between the first end portion and the second end portion. The first end portion, second end portion, sidewall, or any combination thereof is formed from an elastomeric material having an elongation of at least 1000%. The seal preferably formed from a unitary piece of elastomeric material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Lance Busch, Eugene N. Scarberry, Jason P. Eaton
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8573214
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worbuys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8573215
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Reinforcing member for a patient interface
    Patent number: 8573212
    Abstract: A patient interface includes a frame, a cushion, and a reinforcing member. The cushion has a non-face-contacting portion connected to the frame and a face-contacting portion adapted to engage the patient's face in use. The face-contacting portion includes a side wall and a flexible membrane extending from the side wall. The reinforcing member is provided to at least a portion of an interior and/or exterior surface of the side wall of the cushion. The reinforcing member provides reinforcement to the side wall of the cushion to at least limit lateral expansion of the cushion in use. The reinforcing member may have a stiffness that is selectively varied along its length.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Susan Robyn Lynch, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Aaron Samuel Davidson, Lee James Veliss, David John Worboys
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8573213
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8567404
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8555885
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • PATIENT INTERFACE HAVING WRAP AROUND FABRIC HEADGEAR
    Publication number: 20130263860
    Abstract: A patient interface device includes a headgear component having a first end, a second end, and a sealing interface region located between the first end and the second end, wherein the sealing interface region has a hole extending through the elongated fabric body member. The patient interface device also includes a mask component having a cushion and a fluid coupling conduit fluidly coupled to the cushion, wherein at least a portion of the fluid coupling conduit extends through the hole and the sealing interface region covers at least a portion of the cushion. The cushion will be held and supported by the elongated fabric body member in engagement with a portion of the patient's face responsive to the patient interface device being donned by the patient by wrapping the elongated fabric body member around the head of the patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2011
    Publication date: October 10, 2013
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.
    Inventors: Richard Andrew Sofranko, Joshua Mark Greenberg
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8550081
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8550083
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8550082
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Cushion for a patient interface
    Patent number: 8550080
    Abstract: A respiratory mask is provided having cushion and a shell wherein the cushion has a frustum portion that extends towards the face of the user to provide a larger more stable and comfortable interface with a user which is better able to conform to the complex geometry of the user's face.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Ric Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Gerald E. McGinnis, Peter Chi Fai Ho, Eugene N. Scarberry, Lance Busch, Joseph M. Miceli, Jr.
  • CUSHION FOR MASK SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20130239973
    Abstract: A mask system for use between a patient and a device to deliver a breathable gas to the patient includes a frame including a channel and a cushion provided to the frame. The cushion includes an end portion that is inserted and retained within the channel. The frame includes a recess that communicates with the channel and a hole that connects the recess to a frame exterior. The hole and recess provide an exit route for air contained within the channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Rupert Christian SCHEINER, Scott Alexander Howard, Gregory Scott Smart, Christopher Scott Skipper, Steven John Lubke, Timothy Shawn Nelson
  • Mask system
    Patent number: 8528561
    Abstract: A mask includes a shroud; a cushion module that engages the shroud, the cushion module including a frame and a full-face cushion adapted to engage the patient's face generally along nasal bridge, cheek, and chin regions of the patient's face, the frame at least partly defining a breathing chamber; an elbow connected to the frame in a releasable and rotatable manner, the elbow being adapted to be connected to an air delivery tube to deliver breathable gas to the patient; and headgear removably attachable to the shroud, wherein: the frame includes an opening, the elbow including a distal end releasably inserted into the opening of the frame with a snap-fit, thereby connecting the elbow to the frame, whereby the connection between the elbow and the frame also maintains the shroud in engagement with the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Eva Ng, David James Lockwood, Jamie Graeme Wehbeh, Zoran Valcic, Errol Savio Alex D'Souza, Matthew Eves, Mahsita Sari
  • Respirator fit-testing apparatus and method
    Patent number: 8528559
    Abstract: Improved respirator fit-test methods and apparatus featuring an automated, respirator wearer-controlled, air-leak measurement system. For fit testing of a respirator positioned on a test subject's face and connected to a controlled negative pressure testing apparatus, the test subject simply holds his breath and then activates a switch in electrical connection with said apparatus, which results in the automatic closure of the breathing port on the respirator and the initiation of a complete fit-testing protocol. The fit-testing apparatus includes a single, self-contained, automated unit that includes a vacuum source, an air-flow measuring device, and an air-pressure transducer for connection to a respirator being tested. By measuring the rate of air exhausted from the respirator in order to maintain a constant challenge pressure, an air leakage rate is determined.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Inventor: Clifton D. Crutchfield
  • Mask system
    Patent number: 8522784
    Abstract: A full face mask system for treatment of respiratory disorder with Continuous Positive Airway Pressure equipment suitable to generate a supply of gas at positive pressure to be delivered to a patient's airways, the mask system comprising a frame module; a cushion module provided to the frame module and adapted to form a seal with the patient's face; an elbow module provided to the frame module and adapted to be connected to an air delivery tube to deliver breathable gas to the patient; and headgear removably attachable to the frame module.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Eva Ng, David James Lockwood, Jamie Graeme Wehbeh, Zoran Valcic, Errol Savio Alex D'Souza, Matthew Eves, Mahsita Sari
  • Inextensible headgear and CPAP or ventilator mask assembly with the same
    Patent number: 8522785
    Abstract: A headgear (200) for a respiratory mask (202) of a ventilator or CPAP device is provided. The headgear includes a strap portion (204, 206) formed of a substantially inextensible material. The strap portion has formed on one end thereof a connecting structure configured to connect to a mask of the ventilator or CPAP device. One advantage is that the mask will not or at least will be less inclined to lift off the face as mask pressure is increased.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael Berthon-Jones, Michael Kassipillai Gunaratnam, Peter Edward Bateman, Philip James Jenkinson, Gordon Joseph Malouf
  • Patient interface assembly and system using same
    Patent number: 8517025
    Abstract: A patient interface assembly that includes a patient interface device, a headgear, and pivoting coupling member joining the interface device to a headgear assembly. In one embodiment, the patient interface device is a nasal cushion that includes a formable support mounted to the nasal cushion for providing support and adjustment of the nasal cushion to improve fit and comfort. In a further embodiment, a pair of rigid connecting members couple the patient interface device to the headgear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Jerome Matula, Jr., Richard J. Lordo, Lance Busch, Derrick Andrews, Luke Stonis, Chris Von Dohlen
  • PATIENT INTERFACE SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20130213400
    Abstract: A patient interface structure for delivery of respiratory therapy to a patient includes a front plate configured to conform to the shape of the patient's face; a mouth cushion defining a breathing chamber and provided to the front plate and configured to seal around the patient's mouth; and a nasal cushion configured to seal the patient's nasal airways. The nasal cushion is supported by the mouth cushion, does not contact a bridge of the patient's nose in use, and extends at least partially into the breathing chamber. A patient interface system includes a patient interface structure and a patient interface structure positioning system configured to position, stabilize and secure the patient interface structure in sealing engagement with the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2011
    Publication date: August 22, 2013
    Applicant: RESMED LIMITED
    Inventors: Adam Francis Barlow, Rupert Christian Scheiner, Justin John Formica, Aaron Samuel Davidson, Kai Stuebiger
  • CUSHION TO FRAME ASSEMBLY MECHANISM
    Publication number: 20130213402
    Abstract: A full-face mask assembly includes a frame, a cushion provided to the frame, the cushion adapted to form a seal around the patent's nose and mouth and a skeleton frame to maintain the cushion to the frame, the skeleton frame including at least one of an upper support member adapted to support a forehead support, lower headgear clip receptacles adapted to be engaged with clips provided to straps of a headgear assembly, and an annular elbow connection seal adapted to engage an inlet conduit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: August 22, 2013
    Applicant: ResMed Limited
    Inventor: ResMed Limited
  • Patient interface with variable footprint
    Patent number: 8490624
    Abstract: A system/method for reducing or eliminating application of continuous, repeated, and/or excessive pressure at the contact footprints of a patient interface device and headgear assembly. For example, a patient interface with a plurality of cushions, each producing a different contact footprint when worn by the patient is employed. As another example, a plurality of patient interface devices, each having a cushion that produces a different contact footprint when worn by the patient, are employed. As another example, a patient interface device having a cushion, the configuration/shape of which can be altered such that the contact footprint which it produces is also changed, is employed. The contact footprint to which the patient is exposed is altered after a predetermined time period.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Douglas M. Mechlenburg
  • Mask and components thereof
    Patent number: 8490623
    Abstract: A comfortable low-leak mask assembly for use with Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV) is provided to improve patient compliance and/or treatment. The mask system may include headgear having straps that are substantially inextensible and/or micro-adjustable; and/or a mask and/or cushion that includes various structures to allow enhanced/tailored sealing and/or fit at selected locations on the patient's face.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Michael Berthon-Jones, Peter Edward Bateman, Donald Darkin, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Philip James Jenkinson, Susan Robyn Lynch, Gordon Joseph Malouf, Patrick John McAuliffe, Milind Chandrakant Raje, Gary Christopher Robinson, Richard Sokolov, Philip Thomas Stallard, Michael Kassipillai Gunaratnam
  • Cushion for patient interface
    Patent number: 8485192
    Abstract: A cushion for a patient interface that delivers breathable gas to a patient includes a base wall structured to be connected to a frame, an underlying support cushion extending away from the base wall towards the patient's face in use, and a membrane provided to substantially cover at least a portion of the underlying cushion. The membrane is adapted to form a continuous seal on the patient's face. The underlying cushion has a spring-like connection with the base wall. The underlying cushion and/or base wall define a spring constant that varies along a length of the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Aaron Samuel Davidson, Robin Garth Hitchcock, Matthew Eves, David John Worboys, Susan Robyn Lynch
  • Patient interface with forehead support system
    Patent number: 8485191
    Abstract: A patient interface having a forehead support adjustably. The forehead support assembly includes a support arm that is adjustably mounted to the mask shell, thereby allowing the adjustment of the distance between the forehead support bracket and the mask shell in order to adjust for patients of different sizes. A forehead support bracket is pivotally connected to the support arm. The pivoting forehead support bracket is self-aligning to allow the forehead pad to remain parallel to the patient's forehead at all times, thus enhancing comfort and stability. The forehead support bracket is removable from the support arm, allowing the headgear (with support bracket attached) to be donned separately from the mask and support arm. The forehead support bracket in one embodiment has a forehead pad formed from the headgear itself.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Ric Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Paul Eaton, Richard Joseph Lordo, Lance Ranard Busch, Peter Chi Fai Ho
  • Patient contacting seal and mask using same
    Patent number: 8485190
    Abstract: A seal and a respiraoty mask having a seal adapted for confronting engagement with a surface of a user to form an interface therewith. The seal includes a first portion defined by a gel substance. In one embodiment, the seal includes a selectively formable substance adapted to be molded from a first pattern into a second pattern and to retain the second pattern responsive to being so molded. The seal and mask having the seal in this embodiment is tailored to patient by causing the formable portion of the seal to be placed in a malleable state, applying the seal to the patient while the formable portion is in the malleable state, and causing the formable portion to be placed in a fixed state to retain a shape generally conforming to the portion of the patient underlying the seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: RIC Investments, LLC
    Inventors: Shari S. Barnett, Kristine K. Sabo, Eugene N. Scarberry, Ronald E. White, Benedict R. McElroy, Virginia A. Handke
  • BREATHING MASK ARRANGEMENT AND A FOREHEAD SUPPORT DEVICE FOR SAME
    Publication number: 20130174850
    Abstract: A breathing mask arrangement includes a frame portion, a sealing lip provided to the frame portion and adapted to form a seal with a user's face, a forehead support provided to the frame portion, and a forehead cushion removably secured to the forehead support. The forehead cushion includes a contact portion having a contact surface adapted to contact a user's forehead and a connecting structure structured to couple the forehead cushion to the forehead support and allow pivoting and/or tilting movement of the contact portion relative to the forehead support. The connecting structure includes a support foot adapted to be received within a respective opening provided in the forehead support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: July 11, 2013
    Applicant: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
    Inventor: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
  • SURFACE STRUCTURE ON PATIENT INTERFACE
    Publication number: 20130174851
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the surface structure of a plastic material and particularly of silicone surfaces. More particularly, the present invention relates to the surface structure of the surfaces of a breathing mask assembly or a patient interface to be used for supplying breathing gas to a patient. Such patient interface for providing respiratory gas to a patient comprises a contact surface for contacting a patient's skin, wherein at least a part of said contact surface is a structured surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: July 11, 2013
    Applicant: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
    Inventor: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
  • Breathing assistance apparatus
    Patent number: 8479741
    Abstract: Headgear for use with a respiratory mask is described. The headgear includes a continuous and substantially curved elongate member extending in use below a user's nose and at least two headgear straps capable of attachment to the ends of the elongate member. A mask attachment on the elongate member is disposed to sit below or on one of said user's nose, mouth, upper lip and an inlet to the mask. The attachment is capable of receiving the mask.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Oliver Gleeson, Evan Stuart Erstich, Simon Eric Freeman, Neil Glen Davies, Stephen John Schoenberg, Kamman Law, Craig Robert Prentice
  • Breathing mask arrangement as well as an application device and a forehead support device for same
    Patent number: 8479738
    Abstract: A forehead support device for a breathing mask includes a forehead support portion adapted to contact a forehead region of a user, a conduit element adapted to couple a respiratory gas conduit to the breathing mask, and a coupling structure provided between the forehead support portion and the conduit element and structured to support the conduit element at a predetermined spacing from the forehead support portion. The forehead support portion is displaceably engaged with the coupling structure such that the forehead portion can be selectively displaced relative to the coupling structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
    Inventors: Bernd Christoph Lang, Achim Biener, Dieter Heidmann, Stefan Rolf Madaus, Harald Wolfgang Vögele
  • Breathing mask with an autonomous inflatable harness
    Patent number: 8464717
    Abstract: A breathing mask (1) for aircraft crewmember or passenger comprises a rigid portion (3) to be fit against the face of an user, said rigid portion comprising elements to bring a breathable gas to the user. The breathing mask further comprises an extensible harness (4) having end portions (5) connected to said rigid portion and including an inflatable element (6) connected to a source (7) of pressurized gas through a manually operable valve which delivers the pressurized gas to the inflatable element for extending the harness when actuated, and which reduces the pressure in said inflatable element to retract the harness and to cause the rigid portion to engage the face of the user when released. The source of pressurized gas is an autonomous container (7) supported by the rigid portion and containing the pressurized gas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Assignee: Intertechnique
    Inventor: Vincent Greter
  • CUSHION FOR A PATIENT INTERFACE DEVICE
    Publication number: 20130146060
    Abstract: A cushion (10, 30, 56) for a patient interface device includes a patient contacting portion (12, 32, 60) and wall portions (18, 20, 22, 24, 34, 66, 68, 70, 72). The wall portions include a plurality of voids (26, 74) and/or orifices therein. The patient contacting portion and the wall portions may be made of a material having a hardness of between 5 and 60 on the Shore 00 scale. Also, the parts of the wall not having the plurality of voids/orifices provided therein may have a cross-sectional thickness of 4 mm or greater. The voids may include a first void provided in an inner side of a first one of the wall portions and a second void provided in an outer side of the first one of the wall portions. The first void and the second void are positioned across from and overlapping one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2011
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: Peter Chi Fai Ho, Matthew Paul Eury, Jerome Matula, JR.
  • MASK SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20130139822
    Abstract: A mask system including a headgear and cushion module and a seal and frame module provided to the headgear and cushion module. The seal and frame module includes a sealing portion adapted to form a seal with the patient's face and a frame portion adapted to form a breathing chamber. The headgear and cushion module includes a cushion region adapted to support and shape the sealing portion and a headgear region adapted to support and stabilize the mask system on the patient's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2011
    Publication date: June 6, 2013
    Inventors: Joel Edward Gibson, Justin John Formica, Adam Francis Barlow, Jessica Lea Dunn, Jose Ignacio Romagnoli
  • PATIENT INTERFACE DEVICE INCLUDING A DYNAMIC SELF ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM
    Publication number: 20130133664
    Abstract: A patient interface device (8, 8?) for delivering a flow of breathing gas to an airway of a patient includes a grooved adjustment mechanism (20, 58, 78) having a main body (22, 60) formed from an elastic material, the main body having an outer surface having a plurality of convolutions (80) provided therein. Each convolution including a groove (24, 62, 84), and each convolution has a stiffness associated therewith. The stiffnesses associated with the convolutions increase from a first side of the main body to a second side of the main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2011
    Publication date: May 30, 2013
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: Anthony Vincent Startare, Anthony Jon Bafile, Christopher Adam Cioccio, David Smith, Peter Chi Fai Ho
  • Breathing assistance apparatus
    Patent number: 8443807
    Abstract: Headgear for use with a respiratory mask is described. The headgear comprises a continuous and substantially curved elongate member extending in use below a user's nose and at least two headgear straps capable of attachment to the ends of the elongate member. A mask attachment on the elongate member is disposed to sit below or on one of said user's nose, mouth, upper lip and an inlet to the mask. The attachment is capable of receiving the mask.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Limited
    Inventors: Alastair Edwin McAuley, Oliver Gleeson, Evan Stuart Erstich, Simon Eric Freeman, Neil Glen Davies, Stephen John Schoenberg, Kamman Law, Craig Robert Prentice
  • Headgear assembly for a respiratory mask assembly
    Patent number: 8443805
    Abstract: A respiratory mask assembly for delivering breathable gas to a patient includes a frame and a headgear assembly removably attachable to the frame. The headgear assembly includes a pair of side portions and a rear portion that interconnects the pair of side portions. The pair of side portions includes at least one strap. The rear portion has at least one strap constructed of at least two layers of material. One of the layers of material has a more rigid construction than the other of the layers of material to resist compression of the at least one strap of the rear portion in a first direction which resists movement of the at least one strap of the pair of side straps in the first direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed Limited
    Inventors: Amal S. Amarasinghe, Perry D. Lithgow, Memduh Guney
  • Forehead-contacting device for a breathing mask and method for making the same
    Patent number: 8439040
    Abstract: A forehead-contacting device for a breathing mask includes a support element made from an elastomer material. The support element forms a support face which in an application position is adapted to seat on a forehead area of a user. The support element includes a jacket that defines a hollow chamber adapted to be filled with a viscous medium.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: ResMed R&D Germany GmbH
    Inventors: Johann S. Burz, Achim Biener, Bernd Lang
  • Respiratory mask
    Patent number: 8434485
    Abstract: A respiratory mask includes a mask frame, a cushion and a retaining element. The retaining element is embedded within the cushion and is configured to secure the cushion to the mask frame. Forehead pads can be positioned in the mask frame and be adjustable independent of one another and with respect to the mask frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: CareFusion 2200, Inc.
    Inventors: Samuel W. Osier, Steven J. Duquette, Harold E. Miller