Respiratory apparatus

US12083278B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• ResMed Pty Ltd · AU

Inventors

• Craig David Edwards · Sydney, AU
• Lachlan Richard Goldspink · Sydney, AU
• Robert Edward Henry · Parramatta, AU
• Andrew Hung · Parramatta, AU
• Paul Jan Klasek · Sydney, AU
• Kam Man Law · Sydney, AU
• Grant Milton Ovzinsky · Sydney, AU
• Stuart Norris Plascott · Chatswood, AU
• Rupert Christian Scheiner · Sydney, AU
• James Sung · Sydney, AU
• Lance Ian Swift · Sydney, AU
• Matthew Robin Wells · Sydney, AU

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 11, 2021
• Grant date: Sep 10, 2024
• Expiry date: Dec 23, 2041

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61M2205/02
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A mask apparatus for a respiratory treatment can permit delivery of breathable gas to a user. In one example, the mask may employ a frame and cushion to form a seal for both mouth and nose. The frame may be adapted for coupling with a respiratory treatment apparatus so as to permit communication of a pressurized gas from the respiratory treatment apparatus. The cushion, which may be foam, may have a substantially under the nose configuration or over the nose configuration. The mask may have a common plenum chamber for both nose and mouth. The cushion may further define a centrally open lip superior region. The cushion may be adapted to couple with the frame directly or to the frame in conjunction with a cushion support clip. Various features of the cushion may further promote sealing and comfort for the under the nose design.