RESPIRATORY MASK HAVING A MAGNETICALLY SUPPORTED CUSHION

Organization Name

KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.

Inventor(s)

RICHARD THOMAS Haibach of verona PA (US)

SANDER THEODOOR Pastoor of UTRECHT (NL)

CHRISTOPH Dobrusskin of NUENEN (NL)

ANDREW BLAKE Kittridge of McMURRAY PA (US)

JEROME Matula, Jr. of APOLLO PA (US)

RESPIRATORY MASK HAVING A MAGNETICALLY SUPPORTED CUSHION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18406285 titled 'RESPIRATORY MASK HAVING A MAGNETICALLY SUPPORTED CUSHION

The patent application describes a patient interface face contact element that can be coupled to a support using magnetic coupling.

The patient interface face contact element has a surface for contacting the patient's face.
The connection face of the element allows it to be magnetically coupled to the support.
Headgear strap clips can also be retained magnetically on the support.
The support is provided along with the complete patient interface.

Potential Applications:

Medical devices for patient monitoring or treatment.
Virtual reality or augmented reality headsets.
Sleep apnea masks or other respiratory devices.

Problems Solved:

Secure and easy attachment of patient interface elements.
Simplified design for patient interface systems.
Enhanced comfort for patients using the interface.

Benefits:

Improved user experience for patients.
Quick and easy assembly of patient interface components.
Enhanced stability and reliability of the interface.

Commercial Applications:

Medical device manufacturers can incorporate this technology into their products for better user experience.
Companies developing virtual reality or augmented reality headsets can use this innovation to improve comfort and usability.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the magnetic coupling system improve the user experience for patients? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different types of patient interface devices?

Original Abstract Submitted

A patient interface face contact element comprises a surface for contacting the face of a patient, and a connection face for coupling the patient interface face contact element to a support using a magnetic coupling. The support is also provided as well as the complete patient interface. Headgear strap clips can also be retained magnetically.