20240017033. HEADGEAR FOR BREATHING MASK simplified abstract (FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE LIMITED)
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HEADGEAR FOR BREATHING MASK
Organization Name
FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Inventor(s)
Peter David Alexander Bearne of Auckland (NZ)
Kirstin Elizabeth Middelkoop of Auckland (NZ)
Fadi Karim Moh'd Mashal of Auckland (NZ)
Michael John Henri Cox of Auckland (NZ)
Blair Raymund Dadson Murphy of Auckland (NZ)
HEADGEAR FOR BREATHING MASK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240017033 titled 'HEADGEAR FOR BREATHING MASK
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an interface assembly that includes a mask secured to a head using a headgear assembly. The headgear assembly consists of at least one halo portion and multiple straps. It can have both a front halo portion and a rear halo portion. The headgear and mask together form an adjustable closed loop. The headgear may have rigid portions that contact the user's face to isolate the mask's seal from tightening forces applied to the headgear. The mask in this assembly is an oral-nasal mask, and the headgear applies an upward force component to the mask. Additionally, the headgear can be contoured to fit the user's head.
- The patent application describes an interface assembly that secures a mask to a user's head using a headgear assembly.
- The headgear assembly includes halo portions and straps for secure attachment.
- The headgear assembly can have both front and rear halo portions.
- The headgear and mask form an adjustable closed loop.
- Rigid portions of the headgear isolate the mask's seal from tightening forces.
- The mask in this assembly is an oral-nasal mask.
- The headgear applies an upward force component to the mask.
- The headgear can be contoured to fit the user's head.
Potential Applications
- Medical devices for respiratory therapy
- Sleep apnea treatment devices
- Anesthesia masks
Problems Solved
- Ensures secure and comfortable attachment of a mask to the user's head
- Helps maintain a proper seal for effective respiratory therapy
- Reduces the impact of tightening forces on the mask's seal
Benefits
- Improved comfort and fit for the user
- Enhanced effectiveness of respiratory therapy
- Increased convenience and ease of use for medical professionals
Original Abstract Submitted
an interface assembly includes an interface, such as a mask, that is secured to a head using a headgear assembly. the headgear assembly can include at least one halo portion and a plurality of straps. the headgear assembly can include both a front halo portion and a rear halo portion. in some arrangements, the headgear and mask define an adjustable closed loop. in some arrangements, the headgear can include one or more rigid portions that contact the user's face to at least partially isolate a seal of the mask from tightening forces applied to the headgear. in some arrangements, the mask is an oral-nasal mask and the headgear applies a force to the mask comprising an upward force component. in some arrangements, the headgear can be contoured to the user's head.
