Patient transfer device and associated systems and methods
US10821043B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2200/327
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A patient transfer device includes a patient support surface having a top surface adapted for positioning a patient thereon and a bottom surface defining one or more areas having a concave curvature for passage of air flow therethrough. Passage of the air flow along the one or more areas having a concave curvature provides an air bearing below at least a portion of the bottom surface. Exemplary patient transfer systems and methods of moving a patient are also provided.
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