Medical tubes for respiratory systems
US12246132B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R2201/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical tube comprises a tail to connect an embedded wire to an electrical component. The tail may comprise a flattened portion and an exposed portion to facilitate attachment of the medical tube to an electrical component. The tail may comprise a second flattened portion. One or more wires, such as a heater wire or a sensor wire, may be embedded in the medical tube. The medical tube may comprise a connector that comprises a printed circuit board to which the one or more wires is attached. The connector may comprise features to support the printed circuit board, aid in assembly of the one or more wires to the connector, and protect electrical components against liquid ingress.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.