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Enhanced eductor design

US9227030B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 2010
Grant dateJan 5, 2016
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2206/20
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention provides for an enhanced eductor element that significantly increases the amount of pressure generated at the siphon tube without significantly increasing the flow resistance through the eductor. The invention further provides for breath-actuated inhalation devices comprising the enhanced eductor element as an actuation mechanism.

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