20240050643. DRIP CHAMBER WITH AUTOMATIC VENT AND SHUTOFF simplified abstract (Mobile I.V. Systems, LLC)

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DRIP CHAMBER WITH AUTOMATIC VENT AND SHUTOFF

Organization Name

Mobile I.V. Systems, LLC

Inventor(s)

Ryan Gessler of Chugiak AK (US)

Dale Constuble of Chugiak AK (US)

Richard Stryken of Chugiak AK (US)

Gerold Gugle of Chugiak AK (US)

DRIP CHAMBER WITH AUTOMATIC VENT AND SHUTOFF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240050643 titled 'DRIP CHAMBER WITH AUTOMATIC VENT AND SHUTOFF

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an apparatus for automatically setting and maintaining a fluid level in a drip chamber. The drip chamber includes a body with an internal volume, an inlet tube for dripping fluid into the chamber, an outlet tube in fluid communication with the chamber, and an air vent. The air vent is designed to prevent the venting of air out of the chamber when the fluid level is above a certain fill level, and to automatically vent air out when the fluid falls below the fill level. The fill level is set to be less than the internal volume of the chamber.

  • The apparatus is designed to automatically regulate the fluid level in a drip chamber.
  • It includes an inlet tube for dripping fluid into the chamber and an outlet tube for fluid communication.
  • An air vent is incorporated to prevent the venting of air out of the chamber when the fluid level is above a predetermined fill level.
  • The air vent also automatically vents air out of the chamber when the fluid falls below the fill level.
  • The fill level is set to be less than the internal volume of the chamber.

Potential Applications

  • Medical devices and equipment that require precise fluid levels, such as intravenous (IV) infusion systems.
  • Laboratory equipment that relies on accurate fluid levels, such as liquid handling systems.
  • Industrial processes that involve fluid control and monitoring, such as chemical manufacturing.

Problems Solved

  • Eliminates the need for manual adjustment and monitoring of fluid levels in drip chambers.
  • Prevents the venting of air into the fluid system, ensuring the integrity and safety of the process.
  • Reduces the risk of air embolism by maintaining proper fluid levels in medical devices.

Benefits

  • Improved accuracy and reliability in maintaining fluid levels.
  • Enhanced safety by preventing the introduction of air into the fluid system.
  • Time and labor savings by automating the process of setting and maintaining fluid levels.
  • Reduces the risk of complications associated with air embolism in medical applications.


Original Abstract Submitted

an apparatus for automatically setting and maintaining a fluid level in a drip chamber is described. a drip chamber according to one embodiment includes a drip chamber body defining an internal volume, an inlet tube configured for dripping fluid into the interior of the drip chamber, an outlet tube in fluid communication with the interior of the drip chamber, and an air vent configured to automatically prevent the venting of air out of the interior of the drip chamber if the fluid filling the interior of the drip chamber is above a predetermined fill level, and to automatically vent air out of the drip chamber when the fluid falls below the predetermined fill level, the predetermined fill level corresponding to a volume less than the internal volume of the drip chamber.

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