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Put this one on hold for a bit sorry guys, I will get back to the updates as soon as I can get the time for personal projects again.
Robokitty V2.0 is due very soon. I am really hoping to get it done by end of June, just alot of paid projects that are taking time that have to take priority over kitty :(
Development on this Kitty has not ceased, if anything it's miles ahead. I have not posted an update for a while because of the amount that I have done to it now. So many opening compartments, all joints have been done, now I am just working on tolerances so people can print this as easily as possible no matter what printer you have.
There are several new heads, 4 new torso's with different features, hands now rotate inside the cuffs too.
I got down to the fingers and decided.. hey- why not just do it all, so the fingers are also getting snap fit joints so they can be manipulated.
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**You will need to glue the neck to the head, but the neck slots into the body freely so it can rotate.
If anyone has ever used a program called Poser, they possibly played with a model called Robo Kitty by Sanctum art, released in about 2009. This low poly rigged figure, while ideal for poser was never really designed nor intended for 3D printing, but I have had a burning desire to rectify that and spend several weeks turning a solid low poly object , a high res prototype toy. I have put on hold many of my other projects to focus a bit on RK... I would like to make my next few uploads additions to him, like all the joints working. For now I have fused the parts. His head and arms are moveable.
"Why didn't you complete the joints?"
Because it takes alot of time. The legs are tricky, they are not typical legs, they have 2 ball joints plus a rotating joint below the thigh, so it's taking me some time to get it right. The elbow joints as you can see are not easy either. That's two interlocking discs with 'nipples' in the centre to lock them in place.
THIS IS A WORK IN PROGRESS... But...
In the spirit of letting people have things before they are actually completey finished (i.e instead of a teaser image and no files to download !) here is Robo Kitty for you to at least print version 1.0. After alot of sweat and tears, here he is. .. now its down to things like making all the joints moveable and other misc things.
I will add the remix option in the very near future don't worry, just let me finish what I need to and save you some headaches by un-welding the legs.
Before commenting, I am already aware of the following...
- The tail does not fit in the socket well and yes it needs to be glued.
- The arm sockets DO fit in the joints but are fairly loose, meaning the arms will naturally fall to the side after alot of movement and things are not so tight.
- The elbows don't move, yet.
- The knees don't move, yet.
- I designed the neck pivot specifically with that taper on it, no its not a mistake. When you turn his head, because of the taper it pushes and lifts the chin upward, so when you move the head side to side it moves in an arc with Kitty looking upward at each side rotation. I plan on putting a ball joint in the neck on the next update for a much better movement.
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I printed my sample at 0.2mm in Grey ABS. I used this because it sands very well, and does not overheat like PLA can when sanding it.
The models are pretty high res, It requires little sanding, I just wanted a nice smooth finish as I was really aiming to push what can come out of my printer, and I have to say probably has to be one of the favourite things so far produced.
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nice models, congrats.
before I start to print ... does it require supports ? and if the items as-is in STL are optimized to be placed as-is to the platform or there is a need to rotate those.
Thanks, waiting with patience your answers :-)
wow that's awesome, It reminds of of Gato from Chrono trigger a Robot kitten as well, you should model Gato it's awesome!
I inserted some thin metal rods into the leg and arm joints using a pin vice, then covered the ball joins in transparent nail polish to tighten the joints. This seemed to allow movement without the ball joints slipping too much. i look forward to Robo Kitty 2.0!
I'm kinda noticing how similar this is to the panda bots from the wargame infinity...
I might have just saved myself $20+!
I'm making this now- A little nervous mine won't come out good or I will some how mess it up. However, the body came out nicely and so did the eyes. Right now the head is printing. What an amazing creator!
I got my printer fixed just in time! Gen one and 2 can hang out together...
Hey, what material did you use to paint/colorize this?
Printed in Grey ABS, it has 2 undercoats of matte black and then just hand brushed ordinary acrylic paints, nothing special :)
Further comments :) i eventually worked out the head/neck.
I found the underside of the knees sliced oddly with cura. Probably a problem between the keyboard and chair there.
you may wish to consider rotating the angle of the arms for the final print. i found that at their current rotation, support was needed everywhere which for me, needs a lot of sanding.
socket parts will need glueing on my print, but the shoulders fit the sockets perfectly.
Is actually the hips that went wibbly after some movement on my print.
I will be basing robo kitty because i find the feet don't give me enough surface area to balance. yet to decide if im pinning him on one foot, or on both feet.
pics of the "straight print" coming once i pick out a base suitable for a robokitty
overall.. an amazing "version one"
thanks, im currently doing all the joints now, so there will be no set pose, all parts will print seperate and you can pose it however you wish! Elbows are printing now for their test, if that goes well I rework the rest of the joints. The hips are last on my list, they are going to be fun... :/
and by fun, we mean"ow my internal organs"
Went with a quick and dirty print of http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:511204 for my base. Holds him beautifully
Do i place the neck taper forwards or backwards on the neck? I cant quite work it out. Currently printing in white ABS with the intention of a very flamboyant paint job afterwards
The taper goes in at the chest side, so at the front.
The parts that are difficult to print, you could try splitting them in half rather than printing them as is with supports. The seam of both halves would be covered too from the painting of the print.
As Vivanhood would say to me, Patience Grasshopper...
Very expressive indeed! I can't wait to see more. I've always toyed with the idea of making a robot kitty with the personality of my favorite pet, as if that would be possible ;).
hey, they way technology is going... who knows! we can only hope... I'm pretty cat obsessed!
Fantastic. I'm going to print for a friend's birthday. I'll upload a pic when done.
Movable, not movable, your sculpting/modeling is as always very impressive.
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|Aug 5, 2008
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|Aug 18, 2004
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|Aug 18, 2003
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This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/495,812, filed Aug. 18, 2003, and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60/511,820, filed Oct. 14, 2003, which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
This invention relates to a non-invasive ventilation (NIV) patient interface device which provides a route of air entry into a patient's airway and lung. More particularly, this invention can be applied to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition where the upper airway obstructs, however the teachings herein are applicable to other respiratory conditions.
Non-invasive patient interface devices are used in a variety of medical procedures, such as emergency ventilation, anesthesia delivery and recovery, aerosolized medication delivery, augmentation of natural breathing, supplemental oxygen delivery, mechanical ventilation, weaning from mechanical ventilation and for treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea. In the later case continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or continuous variable-level positive airway pressure (VPAP) is delivered through the interface device into the patient's airway during sleep to prevent airway obstruction. OSA is unique to all positive airway pressure (PAP) applications in that the patient is otherwise healthy and the therapy has to be a minimally obtrusive in order to not disrupt the patient while sleeping, whereas in other PAP applications disrupting sleep is of negligible concern. There are three different forms of NIV interface devices; Nasal Interfaces, Oral Interfaces and combined Oral-Nasal Interfaces. Of the Nasal Interface type, there are two categories: Nasal Masks and Nasal Interfaces or Cannulae.
Nasal ventilation interface devices are typically used for supplying supplemental oxygen gas to a person's lung during their natural breathing by placing the tips of the device within the person's nostrils or nares. These devices are constructed of tubing diameters substantially smaller than the diameter of the nostrils since the volumetric demand for the supplemental oxygen is very low (<2 LPM) negating the need for large bore tubes, and since the user must be able to breathe room air around the outside of the interface tubes prongs which are placed in the nostrils.
Oxygen nasal cannulae typically comprise a main base tube positioned horizontally under the nose from which two prongs extend at right angles upward and into the nostrils. With some devices, these prongs are designed to pinch the nostril septum to facilitate retention and sometimes are tilted toward each other at their tips to facilitate pinching.
Typically, if not always, the base tube has a through lumen and the oxygen supply tubing usually attaches to and extends from both sides of this base tube, typically routed around the ears then to the front of the neck to secure the apparatus to the patient. In addition to these oxygen interface tubes, a medical practice has been established to use larger nasal interface tubes that seal the nostrils in order to provide positive airway pressure (PAP) ventilation therapy. The practice is especially common in neonates because of the trauma associated with invasive tracheal intubation.
There are two basic forms of nasal interface tubes; non-sealing nasal interface tubes for supplemental oxygen therapy and sealing nasal interface tubes for PAP ventilation.
Recently special versions of sealing nasal interface tubes have been developed which are intended to improve PAP ventilation; however as shall be explained, these designs have significant deficiencies especially when used in OSA applications.
Agdanowski, U.S. Pat. No. 4,648,398 describes an expandable foam-tipped nasal prong wherein the user compresses the foam for insertion into the nostril then the foam re-expands to contact the nostril wall. The nasal prongs are right angle extensions from a base tube like oxygen therapy interface tubes. The Agdanowski device has two significant deficiencies especially when used in an OSA application: (1) The traditional base tube—right angle prong configuration is inherently resistant to flow because air which is forced into the base tube from both sides collides in the middle of the base tube and the air must make an abrupt directional change into the prongs. Generally, a resistant, turbulent design in an OSA application is undesirable because it causes extra noise (which is irritable to the user and bed partner) and because the user must compensate by increasing the pressure setting (which is less comfortable to the user). Increasing the pressure setting is more demanding on the seals, requiring the device to fit tighter to the user's nose (also less comfortable to the user). In non-OSA applications a resistive, turbulent design is acceptable since noise or higher pressure is of no concern to the user. (2) The Agdanowski device also does not allow the nasal prong portion to align correctly with the user's nostril canal.
However, alignment is key in OSA applications because unaligned prongs are uncomfortable. For example, Winthrop, U.S. Pat. No. 5,682,881 describes an interface tubes with an adhesive-backed foam strip placed on the skin below the nose for securing the interface tubes system in place. While adhesive backed securement systems are common is various short-term therapy applications, their viability in long term or repeated use is questionable. The Winthrop device also has the airflow resistance and alignment problems previously noted.
Trimble, U.S. Pat. No. 4,782,832 describes a nasal interface with a hard manifold positioned under the nose from which two frustoconical corrugated members extend for insertion into and sealing against the nostrils. The manifold is suspended below the nose by a bracket extending down from the forehead between the eyes and down the bridge of the nose. A gas supply tube is attached to the bracket. This bracket and manifold arrangement is an improvement for users who want the tubing away from their mouth or ears, however this configuration is obtrusive and not conducive to vision especially if wearing glasses. Additionally, discomfort from the hard plastic brackets and manifolds are common. Similar designs are described in Bordewick, et al., U.S. Pat. No. 6,418,928, and Bordewick U.S. Pat. No. 6,431,172. This family of devices is known commercially as the ADAM (airway delivery and management) Circuit or Nasal Pillows.
Wood, U.S. Pat. No. 6,478,026 describes a PAP nasal interface tubes comprised of a conventional oxygen interface tubes tubing configuration (a horizontal base tube positioned under the nose from which two prongs extend upward at right angles for insertion into the nostrils). The prongs comprise oval cross sections and a concentric ring at their tips. Similar designs are described in Wood, U.S. Pat. No. 6,595,215, Wood, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 2002/0092527, Strickland U.S. Pat. No. 6,679,265, and Wood, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 2003/0116163.
Interface tubes prongs with oval cross sections have been in commercial use since at least 1987, for example in Trimble, U.S. Pat. No. 4,782,832, however, an oval cross section has no practical value for PAP usage. The prong material must be significantly more compliant than the nostril tissue for the requisite comfort, and hence the nostril structure will shape the prong to conform to the nostril regardless of the shape of the prong. Indeed, in pediatric and adult applications, a prong with a circular cross section is as comfortable and seals as well as does an oval cross section prong, assuming they are both fabricated using the correct material softness.
Additionally, some of the devices have the problems of requiring deep interface cannulation of the prongs into the nose for sealing and retention; deep interface cannulation is highly undesirable to many users and may cause mucosal irritation or errosion. Finally, this family of inventions still possesses the nostril-prong alignment problems, flow turbulence problems, obtrusiveness, ear and cheek discomfort, and discomfort while user is lying on their side.
MacRae, U.S. Pat. No. 6,644,305 describes a medicine inhaler that has a waist-shaped tip that seals with the nostril. De Voss, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 2002/0046756 describes an oxygen nasal interface tubes with left and right nostril prongs that pinch the nasal septum in order to retain the device in place. Pinching is accomplished by tilting the distal tips toward each other and the tilt and spacing can be adjusted in order to produce enough pinching force to achieve retention. This design is unacceptable in many PAP applications, because a pinch force of greater than about 2 lbs. compression is required for adequate pinching in adults, which cannot be tolerated for extended durations. A slight amount of repeated or long term pinching can be tolerated (<1 lbs.), however this is insufficient for retaining an interface tubes in place.
Light nostril septum pinching by PAP nasal interface tubes has been previously successfully employed in the art described in Trimble U.S. Pat. No. 4,782,832 and Wood U.S. Pat. No. 6,478,026, however in these cases other primary retention features are used to secure the apparatus in place and septum pinching is a secondary retention feature and likely less than 1 lbs. compression.
Curti, U.S. Pat. No. 6,439,234 describes a non-sealing oxygen nasal interface tubes with exhalation CO2 sampling. The base tube between the nasal prongs is divided to create two separate tubing paths, one for oxygen delivery (inhalation) and one for CO2 sampling (exhalation). This device has utility in anesthesia situations where CO2 monitoring is necessary and its teachings and embodiments are considerably different than that which is required for PAP applications.
In summary there are five significant requirements of a PAP nasal interface tubes interface that are not adequately addressed in patient interface devices especially for OSA applications: (1) low resistance flow dynamics; (2) a comfortable and effective nostril seal without requiring deep penetration into the nose; (3) a simultaneously comfortable, unobtrusive and non-irritating system to retain the device to the nose, face and head; (4) a system or device that is easy to attach and remove; and (5) the overall apparatus must be minimally obtrusive, comfortable and ergonomic, allowing a user to speak, see, wear glasses, drink, and talk on the phone while being worn before falling asleep, and allowing the user to comfortably lay on their side during sleep without shifting the device or dislodging the portion that seals to the nose. Most of the prior art is useful and applicable only for PAP applications in which the patient is unconscious or heavily sedated thus unaware of the noted deficiencies.
As will be described in the subsequent sections, the present invention(s) disclosed herein solves the various deficiencies that exist with the currently available PAP nasal interface tubes devices, especially with respect to the requirements of an OSA user.
Disclosed in this invention is a unique PAP nasal interface tubes ventilation interface comprising: (1) nasal prongs that are arcuately curved and non-angulated to minimize flow resistance, turbulence and noise; (2) freely moveable prong alignment and spacing to permit optimal alignment of the prongs with the nostril foramen to optimize comfort to the user; (3) a nostril sealing cushion engageable with the nostril rim to effect sealing without deep interface cannulation; (4) a strap securement system that provides (a) an upward compression force for the sealing cushions to stay engaged on the nostrils, and (b) that provides minimally obtrusive and maximally comfortable retention of the apparatus to the nose, face and head. Additional novel and unique features are also disclosed such as improved exhaust vent ports, mouth closure, concurrent supplemental oxygen delivery and aromatherapy.
In one aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface including a pair of tubes configured to deliver a ventilation gas, the tubes attachable at a first end to a ventilation gas supply hose and engageable at a second end with a person's nostril; and a coupler configured to align the pair of tubes with the person's nostrils, wherein each tube has an absence of pneumatic interconnection with the other tube.
In another aspect of the invention, a kit comprising a pair of tubes configured to deliver a ventilation gas, the pair of tubes attachable at a first end to a ventilation gas supply hose and engageable at a second end with a person's nostril; a coupler configured to align the pair of tubes with the person's nostrils, wherein each tube has an absence of pneumatic interconnection with the other tube; and at least one pair of sealing cushions configured to be attachable to the second end of each ventilation interface tube and configured to impinge the nostril.
In a further aspect of the invention, an apparatus for supplying ventilation gas, the apparatus includes a connector configured to be attachable to a ventilation gas supply; a pair of tubes extending from the connector and configured to impinge a rim of a user's nostril such that a pressurized gas from the ventilation gas supply can be supplied to the person's respiratory system; and a coupler configured to align the pair of tubes with the person's nostrils, wherein each tube has an absence of pneumatic interconnection with the other tube.
In another aspect of the invention, a method of receiving a pressurized gas comprising positioning a ventilation interface device on a patient, the ventilation interface device comprising a pair of tubes configured to deliver a ventilation gas, the pair of tubes attachable at a first end to a ventilation gas supply hose and engageable at a second end with a person's nostril; a coupler configured to align the pair of tubes with the person's nostrils, wherein each tube has an absence of pneumatic interconnection with the other tube; and securing the ventilation interface with a first strap extending laterally over the ears from underneath the nose such that the first strap provides upward lift.
In one aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface comprising a distal end configured to engage a user's nostrils; a proximal end configured to attach to a ventilation gas supply; and a mid-section between the proximal and distal ends, wherein the distal end and the mid-section comprises a pair of tubes having an arcuate non-angulated shape and having an absence of pneumatic interconnections between each of the tubes of the pair.
In a further aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface comprising a pair of tubes configured to engage a user's nostrils at a distal end, wherein the distal end of the tubes comprise a substantially straight centerline axis, and further comprising a proximal end configured to attach to a ventilation gas supply hose; and a coupler configured to connect the pair of tubes having a movable joint between the pair of tubes, wherein the movable joint comprises a swivel to permit rotational movement of the tubes in at least one plane, wherein the movement is used to substantially align the axial centerline of each tube with a nostril foramen.
In another aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface for the purpose of supplying ventilation gas to a person's airway, the interface comprising a generally tubular construction with a distal end configured with a first and a second tube for engagement with a person's nostrils, a proximal end configured for attachment to a ventilation gas supply hose, and a coupler connecting the first and second distal ends of the tubes, and further comprising a lifting means applied substantially directly under the nose to the distal end of the first and second tubes, wherein the lift creates and maintains an engagement force between the tubes' distal tip and the nostrils, and further wherein the lifting means comprises a first strap attached to the head over and behind the ears.
In a further aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface apparatus for the purpose of supplying ventilation gas to a person's airway, the apparatus comprising a generally tubular construction with a distal end comprising a first and second tube configured to engage a person's nostrils, a proximal end configured to attach to a ventilation gas supply hose, wherein the distal end comprises a facial pad positioned between the tubes and the skin between the user's nose and upper lip, wherein the facial pad cushions the user's skin and tilts the distal end tubes in an angle in the sagittal plane wherein the angle aligns the distal end tubes with the rim of the user's nostril.
In another aspect of the invention, a nasal ventilation interface apparatus for the purpose of supplying ventilation gas to a person's airway comprising a generally tubular construction with a distal end comprising a first and a second tube configured to engage a person's nostrils, a proximal end configured to attach to a ventilation gas supply hose, further comprising a band member substantially circumventing the head from the chin to the top of the head, wherein the band applies upward compression on the chin so as to bias the mouth in a close state, and wherein the band comprises means to attach the apparatus to the band member.
The above aspects of this invention are more fully explained in reference to the drawings and general disclosure herein.
The invention will now be described in greater detail with reference to the preferred embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings, in which like elements bear like reference numerals, and wherein:
Nasal Interface
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The pair of tubes 32 preferably impinge the rim of the nostrils at the second end 36. As shown in
In an alternative embodiment, a second strap 78 can be used to attach the interface device 30 to the neck area of the user. As shown, the second strap 78 is attachable to each of the tubes 32 at a location between the bifurcation device 61 and the second end of the device 36. The second strap 78 can preferably be attachable to the interface tubes 32 by any suitable means including a snap lock, Velcro, fabric loop, clip, and other suitable attachment devices.
The hose coupler 60 is configured to direct the gas supply hose 64 away from the body. The hose coupler 60 is preferably an angled member having an angle of approximately 90 degrees to approximately 180 degrees. As shown in
The distal section 40 comprises a pair of sealing cushions 46, a pair of delivery tubes 37, and a connector 33. As shown in
The pair of delivery tubes 37 can be configured to engage the rim of the user's nostril or nares or alternatively a pair of sealing cushions 46 can be attached to the distal end 36 of the delivery tubes 37. As shown, the supply tube 35 is preferably attachable to the ventilation gas supply hose 64 via a Y-connector 48 at one end and to the pair of delivery tubes 37 at the other end with the connector 33.
In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the pair of interface tubes 32 comprising the pair of delivery tubes 37 and the pair of supply tubes 35 are unconnected pneumatically to each other. However, the pair of tubes 32 can be mechanically connected via a mechanical coupler 66 with a left and right coupler connector 70 and 72. In addition, the interface tubes 32 are preferably void of abrupt angles from the proximal end to their distal end of each of the tubes 32. As shown in
At the inferior base of these distal straight terminal sections 100 the interface tubes 32 assume the most gradual curvatures 104 and 106 as possible while still fitting within the anatomy. The interface tubes 32 may curve and extend away from the nostrils in several possible configurations. In the preferred configuration the interface tubes 32 curve first laterally 106 then inferiorly 104 toward the ventral aspect of the neck, typically lateral to the corners of the mouth. It can be appreciated that the tubes 32 are curve posteriorly. This curved non-angulated configuration minimizes flow resistance thus minimizing turbulence, leakage, noise and the required pressure level. Airflow resistance of this invention is approximately 25% less than that of conventional PAP nasal cannulae (which is more resistive for the reasons described previously).
In a further embodiment of the present invention as shown in
The distal section 40 is preferably secured to the user by the first strap 74 or headband. As shown in
The connector 76 is preferably attached to the coupler 66 to secure the device 30 to the nose, face and head. An additional strap or second strap 78 can be provided for attachment of the interface tubing 32 in the mid-section 42 to the neck to help secure the device to the body. It can be appreciated that in an alternative embodiment, the mid-section 42 disconnects from at least the distal section 40, allowing separation of the interface tubing 32, as needed.
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It can be appreciated that in a preferred embodiment, immediately proximal to the soft sealing cushions 46, the pair of tubes 32 is attached with a coupler 66. A tilt pad 68 can be attached to the coupler 66 or to one of the neighboring interface tubes 32 for the purpose of padding the skin to absorb strapping forces and aligning the angle of the distal tips of the device with the user's nostrils.
The mid-section 42 comprises symmetrical tubes of either the interface tubes 32 or as shown in
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The nasal interface device 30 is preferably made of biocompatible, hypoallergenic materials or other suitable materials. In addition, the device 30 can be treated with antimicrobial, hydrophilic or lubricious surface treatments to prevent unfavorable tissue response.
The interface tubes 32 including the supply tubes 35 and delivery tubes 37 are preferably made of material such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), plastisol, silicone, urethane, urethane-PVC blends, synthetic thermosets or combinations thereof. It can be appreciated that the device 30 can be made from any suitable material.
The interface tubes 32 preferably have an inner diameter of about 8 mm to about 16 mm for adults, about 5 mm to about 8 mm for pediatrics, and about 1 to about 5 mm for neonates. In addition, the interface tubes 32 preferably have a durometer of about 30 A Shore to about 80 A Shore for the tubes 32 and a durometer of about 10 A to about 70 A for the distal end 36 and/or sealing cushions 46.
Preferably, the distal section 40 of the nasal interface device 30 is injection molded to its final shape. However, the distal section 40 can be extruded or injection molded straight then bend-formed to its final shape, or dip formed, or can be shapeable by the user. The proximal section of the device 30 is preferably extruded and optionally bend-formed into the desired curved shape that matches a stereotypical chin and neck anatomy. It can be appreciated that the combination of injection molding, extruding or injection molded straight and then bend-formed into the desired shape can be used to manufacture the interface device 30.
The coupler 66 is preferably a plastic tubular member of approximately 60-80 Shore A durometer. The coupler 66 is preferably extruded and then formed to create the joints, or alternatively injection molded.
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The joints between the interface tubes 32 and the coupler 66 can be insert molded, bonded or press fit into the respective components.
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The sealing cushions 46 are preferably comprised of a soft thermoset or thermoplastic material of 45-60 Shore OO durometer. In addition, the sealing cushions 46 are preferably translucent or tinted to make it aesthetically pleasing or color coded, wherein each color is associated with a size and/or cross-sectional shape. The seal cushions 46 can be formed by extruding then shape forming, or by dip-molding or injection molding.
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Alternatively, the cross sectional profiles of the sealing cushions 46 can vary to match the anatomy depending on individuality variances. For example, the cross sectional profile of the sealing cushion can be circular 280 (
The first strap 74 aides in retention of the device 30 to the user's face. Preferably at least a portion of the first strap 74 comprises an elastomeric material, such as a translucent highly elastic thermoset or thermoplastic material to enhance comfort and to reduce intrusiveness. Meanwhile, the balance of the first strap 74 is comprised of a fabric, such as a woven rubber-nylon blend. Alternatively, it can be appreciated in a further embodiment, the first strap 74 can further be comprised of a material, which provides padding on the skin side of the first strap 74, especially at the ear area or under the nose to further improve comfort. The attachment 76 to the coupler 66 can be a half-pipe that snaps onto a tubular-shaped coupler, or a snap, or a spring type catch, a loop or other easy attachment means, or the first strap 74 and coupler 66 can be permanently affixed together.
Alternatively, as shown in
The tilt pad 68 can be attachable to the coupler 66 and or to the pair of interface tubes 32 directly under the nose and the attachment location is preferably keyed to assure proper orientation when connecting to create the upward lift 342 in the desired vector.
The nose or tilt pad 68 is preferably formed of a malleable material with an adherent surface, which is placed over the nose and shaped into a shape that prevents over-distention of the nostrils from the pressure being extended upward on the nostrils by the nasal interface. Alternatively, ear loops or a head strap can retain the tilt pad 68.
Alternatively, a variety of tilt pad sizes can be available to the user to select the correct tilt setting, or the tilt pad 68 itself can be adjustable. It can be appreciated that the tilt pad 68 can be an integral part of the coupler 66, the head strap connector 76, interface tubes or sealing cushions 46, or the tilt pad 68 and head strap connector 76 can connect to each other around or through the coupler 66. It can be appreciated that the pad can be attached to the head strap connector with a hinge such that the two snap together around the coupler.
As shown in
In a preferred embodiment, as shown in
In another embodiment, a conduit or tube can be integrated into the interface tubes 32 of the device 30 for the purpose of supplying supplemental oxygen concurrent with the PAP therapy. Alternatively, the conduits or tube can be integrated into the interface tubes 32 of the device 30, which are connected to a vacuum source for the purpose of scavenging CO2 rich air within the tubes 32 of the device 30. As shown in
It can be appreciated that the nasal interface device 30 as shown in
Nasal Mask Interface
The seal 512 is generally a strip of approximately ⅜″ to approximately 11″ wide, and approximately �″ to approximately 1⅖″ in height extending around the perimeter 516 of the generally triangular shell 510. It can be appreciated that the face side of the seal 512 is generally a planar surface; however, it can comprise undulations and curvatures matching the general anatomy of the nares or surrounding structures.
Preferably, the foam member of the seal 512 is a viscoelastic foam with a shape memory that is compressibly deformable such that the foam material can be compressed against the face without the material extruding, bending or flexing in directions normal to or diagonal to the compression direction.
The compressibility (and volumetric reduction) of the foam (without extruding sideways) truly allows the seal 512 to compressibly deform to match exactly the contours of the face around the nose. The energy absorptive properties of the foam allow the compressive forces to dissipate and spread somewhat evenly throughout the foam, such that areas requiring more compression (e.g., due to a high point in the facial anatomy) do not require elevated pressure to be exerted at that location. The same approximate pressure is exerted on the skin regardless of a recess or a protrusion in the anatomy.
The foam surface 518 (as shown in
Preferably, the surface pores of the foam at certain areas can be sealed with a compliant sealing substance, or the foam surface can be treated with an antimicrobial coating, or other coatings such as creams or hydrophobic, static, or bacteriostatic coatings or the like.
As shown in
On the convex anterior side of the plastic shell a connector 560 is located, preferably an elbow swivel connector 562, for the purpose of attaching the mask 500 to a tubing 570 connectable to the gas pressure source. Fastening the mask 500 to the face can be performed with conventional strap systems 580 or can be performed with a headband 440 as shown in
Routing of the breathing circuit tubing can be performed conventionally or can be performed with interconnect tubing 570 (
In an alternative embodiment, a separate vacuum line can be applied to the concave side of the mask shell, thus applying vacuum to that volume when the mask is worn so as to assist in exhalation exhausting, CO2 gas scavenging, enhancing the mask-face seal, or providing active exhalation. The mask's seal area preferably includes an integral exhaust ports extending through the body of the seal 512; the ports may have to be protected from collapse and pinching when the seal is compressed which is preferably accomplished by a pinch-resistant tube extending through the seal width. It can be appreciated that the nasal mask can comprises any, some or all of the described features.
Hybrid Nasal Interface Tubes-Mask Interface
As shown in
The seal 512 can be performed with either the nasal interface tubes 32 with a nostril seal or sealing cushions 46, the mask perimeter facial seal 512, or both which can reduce unintended leaks. In this embodiment, when the system 600 is pressurized, the area outside the nares (inside the mask) is pressurized coincident with the inside of the nostrils being pressurized (via the interface tubes), hence there will be an pressure equilibrium between the inside and outside of the nose, thus helping to prevent leaks that occur due to pressurized dilation of the nostrils during CPAP.
In a typical nasal interface system, there is a pressure differential between the nasal cavity 590 (which is elevated positive pressure during CPAP inspiration) and outside the nose (which is ambient pressure) allowing the nostrils to dilate which encourages leakage. In the hybrid system 600, the trans-nasal-wall pressure is equalized.
In a further embodiment, the mask cavity 590 volume can be pressurized during an inspiratory cycle and depressurized during an expiratory cycle, so as to provide easier exhalation effort.
Alternately, the mask cavity 590 volume can be attached to a constant or semi-constant vacuum signal so as to help remove CO2 build up in the overall system 600 or to synchronized to reduce exhalation effort. Alternately, a lower constant pressure level can be applied to the mask cavity 590 volume and a higher constant pressure level applied to the nasal interface tubes 32 with the intention that the interface tubes 32 will seal in the nostrils during inspiration but not exhalation (for example by nasal prong cuff inflation during the inspiratory cycle) thus allowing gas to escape easier during exhalation.
Alternatively only one nostril can be cannulated and/or sealed with a sealing cushion 46 from an interface tubes 32 with a NIT which is substantially sealed in the nostril and through this cannula or tube 32, the nasal cavity is pressurized to the therapeutic pressure level (preferably constantly but optionally intermittently) while the mask's cavity 590 outside the nares is pressurized to a lower exhalation pressure, thus facilitating and easing the work of exhalation out of the non-cannulated nostril. In this embodiment, it can be appreciated that there are a range of combinations, such as cycling pressure in the mask cavity 590 synchronously with the breathing cycle such that during inspiration the open nostril receives positive pressure gas from the mask cavity 590 to prevent flow escapage, but during exhalation the open nostril can receive lower pressure or even negative pressure to encourage exhalation flow.
Alternatively, the side of the nose being cannulated, sealed with a sealing cushion 46 and/or used to delivery inspired flow can be alternated throughout the night, for instance in response to nasal resistance shifting from one side to the other. In other aspects of this hybrid mask 600 embodiment, the mask 500 portion of the interface is not pressurized at all. In these embodiments, the mask shell 510 and/or the interface tubes 32 includes the requisite exhalation exhaust vent fenestrations as is common with conventional interfaces, or can include some or all of the unique exhalation exhaust mechanisms described elsewhere in this disclosure. It can be appreciated that the hybrid interface tubes/mask 600 can include any, some or all of the described features as set forth herein.
Ventilation Interface Head Fasteners
The malleable fastener assembly can possess several different configurations for attaching to the head. As shown in
Alternatively, as shown in
The fastener or strap 74, 78 can comprise a quick connect feature on at least one end for quick and easy fastening to the interface device at or near the nose and/or at the back of the head, ears or neck band (described in subsequent sections).
Alternatively, the fastener or strap 74, 78 can be fixed to the interface device at one end and attachable at the other end, or a fastener can be fixed to the interface device 30 at one end fastened to something else (neckband, ear, or another fastener) at the opposite end.
The fastener or straps 74, 78 are preferably comprised of the malleable material preferably surrounded, encased, laminated or otherwise covered with a soft compliant material. The malleable material can be copper, nickel, brass or any other suitable material. The cross section of the fastener can be a wire or a plurality of wires, a strip with a flat rectangular cross section, or a round or oval cross section.
The outer covering is preferably a plastic (e.g., soft vinyl), an elastomer (e.g., rubber, synthetic rubber, silicone, and urethane), and a cushion type material (viscoelastic foam). The cushion aspects of the malleable material covering provide comfort and wear-ability of the fastener for the user. The malleable material and the covering can be joined at their interface to make the materials inseparable and behave in unison or can be loosely associated at their interface to allow relative motion between the two materials.
Another embodiment described in
Another embodiment of the interface fastener or strap 74, 78 is a configuration comprised of both the malleable member and an elastic strip wherein the malleable member is loosely attached to an elastic strip such that the elastic provides stretching and elastic tensioning of the fastener, but at the same time the malleable member provides rigidity of the fastener so it stays in the desired position and shape. The member or members can be attached to the elastic band for example by being sewn into or onto the elastic band, or can be attached to an elastic band by several fabric loops through which the strip is placed.
Ventilation Interface Tubing Securement
The interconnect connector or bifurcation device 61 is fixed to the second strap 78 or neckband and a second connector 60 (usually an elbow double swivel connector 60, 62) is attachable to the neckband interconnect connector. The interconnect tubes 32 are routed away from the interface device 30 (nose or mouth) to the second strap 78 or neckband in a variety of orientations: (1) either to the rear of the head or neck and then routed along the neck band to the anteriorly located interconnect connector, or (2) to the side of the neck where it is fastened to the neck band and then routed to the interconnect connector, or (3) routed downward from the interface directly to the interconnect connector on the front of the neck band, or (4) routed upward from the interface over the top of the head and down the back of the head to the rear of the neck band, then routed along the neck band to the located interconnect connector.
The interconnect tubing can be two symmetric tubes on either side of the face, head and/or neck as shown in
In an optional embodiment, the tubing can itself perform the function of a neckband eliminating the need for a separate strap or neckband. A section of the interconnect tubing is preferably a flexible and stretchable (such as a corrugated-walled or ridged tube) to allow kink-resistant flexion in response to head and neck movement such that the interconnect tubing is not inadvertently disconnected on either end. Part of the interconnect tubing can be fastened to the neckband to help secure it in place. Alternatively, the padding can surround part of the interconnect tubing especially if the interconnect tubing is routed to the back of the head or neck or the face to make it comfortable to the user.
It can be appreciated that the tubing routing and fastening systems serve to control the position of tubing so as to direct it away from, for example, the patient's senses (nose, mouth, eyes or ears) in a desirable orientation that is less obtrusive. The tubing can thus be directed away from the users senses or field of vision, thus allowing for more freedom of activities, making it easier to move, and also minimizing the sensation of having one's face tethered to the gas source with a large tube.
In addition to the neckband interconnect arrangements just described, other optional tubing securement and routing systems can be used to accomplish the same objective. For example one alternative configuration is an interconnect connector attached to the lapel area or chest area of a user's night shirt, for example with a grasping clip, or ear lobe clips, thus accomplishing the same objective but without the need for a neck band.
Ventilation Exhaust and Venting
The vacuum exhaust is preferably created by a separate vacuum line with a distal end communicating with the lumen of the breathing circuit tube at a location somewhat at or near the patient interface (nasal mask or nasal interface tubes) and a proximal end connected to a vacuum generating source. A constant or intermittent vacuum is applied to remove CO rich gas. Preferably, the vacuum can be created by a retrograde (reverse direction) positive pressure jet airflow, which will entrain air to escape with it (i.e., a venturi effect). However, the exhaust system vacuum can be constant, intermittent and/or timed with the breathing cycle (e.g., on during exhalation phase and off during inspiration phase). In the venturi system, the venturi pressure source and the ventilation gas pressure source can be the same source or different sources.
Portable PGU 700
Typically, the conventional PGU's for CPAP and BiPAP applications have a variable speed motor to control a variable speed air blower fan (ABF) and the requisite digital electronics and microprocessors, analog electronics, sensors and software to control the speed of the motor. The user sets the prescribed therapeutic pressure level and the ABF speed is automatically adjusted as necessary compensating for the prevailing conditions (tubing resistance, etc.) to achieve that pressure.
In the present invention the ABF is not automatically adjusted and instead the user sets the speed of the motor/ABF manually until the desired pressure output is achieved. The motor control electronics can thus be made less inexpensive and possibly smaller for more compactness.
As shown in
In a second embodiment of the portable PGU 700, a new manner of calibrating the pressure output of the PGU 700 to the individual user is described. To facilitate proper pressure output setting, the PGU 700 includes an airway resistance simulator test port 756. The user attaches the distal end of the breathing circuit tube or gas supply hose 702 to the test port 756 while setting the pressure setting. The resistance simulator has several settings to properly simulate the resistance of the individual's airway or the degree of their airway obstruction. For example, if the individual has a very high critical opening pressure of their airway, they would set the simulator setting to maximum and in contrast an individual with a low critical opening pressure of their airway would set the simulator setting to minimum. The simulator settings would be for example 1-5, 5 being highest. This way the pressure output is set with the correct resistance in place.
In a third embodiment of the portable PGU 700, optional pressure generating mechanisms are described. Besides the conventional rotary vane blower and fan 716 for generating pressure, the pressure can be generated by (1) a fan with a concentric motor, (2) a piston pump, (3) a turbine, (4) a centrifugal pump, (5) a gear pump, (6) a rotary piston pump, (7) an impeller pump, or (8) an dual action piston pump with the same direction output on both strokes by the use of valves. Also, besides generating flow with the conventional single pump systems, there can be an array of small pumps, preferably in parallel, so as to create greater flow output in a smaller overall size, or to alternate between pumps where the pump outputs are non-continuous as in a piston pump.
In a forth embodiment of the portable PGU 700 to further facilitate portability, the unit can be powered with a non-120 Volt AC power source, such as a 12 Volt DC power source (with an internal battery, an external battery or cigarette lighter power cord) and is equipped accordingly. Additionally the unit 700 can be equipped with a charging system, for example a chargeable power storage device (e.g., battery, capacitor) connectable to a power source such as a transformer and/or 120/240 Volt AC supply and/or DC supply. The charging system input power can be attached with a simple conventional connector or can be a docking station. Or the chargeable power storage unit can be modular and replaceable into the PGU 700 and charged outside of the unit 700. Further, the charging of the power storage unit can be a manually charging system, such as a manual wind-up system.
In a fifth embodiment of the portable PGU 700, the air being delivered to the patient can be conditioned in a variety of manners, such as moisturizing and warming. Warming can be accomplished by collecting warm air that is generated from the ABF or pump motor and inputting it into the ABF, or by channeling the ABF air output past the motor to warm the air. Moisturization can be accomplished by including a low resistance filter in the ABF air outlet path wherein the filter can be wetted by the user so that the air collects moisture on the way to the patient. Further, the moisturizer can be warmed by warm air that is collected from the ABF motor, or alternately can be warmed by a peltier element. In these embodiments the ABF motor is also prevented from overheating do to the bleeding off of heat.
In a sixth embodiment of the portable PGU 700, the unit 700 may also include an exhalation valve (for example a directional flapper valve) that leaks to atmosphere during exhalation but which is sealed to atmosphere during inspiration. The valve is preferably included near the air outlet of the PGU 700.
In a further embodiment of the portable PGU 700, the unit is constructed with flush mounted, recessed mounted or cover-protected dials, gauges, connectors and controls to avoid damage to it. This facilitates reliability and robustness of the unit for traveling use.
In another embodiment of the portable PGU 700, the unit enclosure is ruggedized, for example by using polymer or rubber construction of the enclosure, or by surrounding the enclosure with rubber or polymer protection. The PGU 700 can also include a corrugated air hose that can be compressed from its full length of 6′-8′ to 1′ to facilitate portability. The PGU 700 can also bleed off room temperature air in the ABF to cool the inside of the PGU 700 to prevent overheating. The PGU 700 can be super-insulated for noise dissipation and abatement.
It can be appreciated that the PGU 700 comprises all the requisite regulators, valves, sensors, gauges, conduits, electric wiring, analog and digital electronics. The purpose of these novel features is to provide a portable PGU 700 that is extremely low cost and small footprint such that travelers can easily travel with the equipment and perhaps own a dedicated travel PGU 700 rather than traveling with their heavier more expensive PGU 700. A typical user would be a frequent traveler such as a sales representative, persons taking overseas flights frequently, or a truck driver who can keep the PGU 700 in the truck and use it with 12 VDC. It should be noted that any and all of these embodiments can be combined or mixed as needed.
It can be appreciated that while the various embodiments described are especially useful for OSA CPAP applications, they are also useful for other non-OSA and non-CPAP applications such as emergency, NIV, COPD, weaning from IMV, or the like.
Alternative Aspects of the Nasal Interface Device
The nasal cushion 65 is preferably designed to avoid the turbulent flow associated with the base manifold 20 as shown in
The device 30 is secured to the user with a first strap 74 (headband) and a second strap 78 (neckband). As shown in
The outer material 77 is preferably comprises of a plastic (e.g., soft vinyl), an elastomer (e.g., rubber, synthetic rubber, silicone, and urethane), or a cushion type material (viscoelastic foam). The cushion aspects of the outer material 77 provide comfort and wearability of the straps 74, 78 for the user. The malleable material 75 and the outer material 77 can be joined at their interface to make the materials inseparable and behave in unison or can be loosely associated at their interface to allow relative motion between the two materials.
The first strap 74 and the second strap 78 are preferably fastened behind the head and/or neck by a Velcro system 174, 178, respectively. However, it can be appreciated that other methods of connecting the ends of the straps 74, 78 can be implemented without departing from the invention.
It can be appreciated that the tubes 32 can also include a shape memory material. The shape memory material is created by a preformed shape or by a shape memory member which is integral to at least a portion of the tubing.
The nasal device as shown in
Air Flow Resistance (cm H20 vs. LPM)
Conventional Device #1
XS (size)
Conventional Device #2
X (size)
Conventional Device #3
Nasal Device as Shown in
FIGS. 3A and 4
S (size)
Noise Production (db's at 50 LPM - estimated at a 2 to 3 foot distance
from the device)
Device #1
Device #2
Device #3
not available
Nasal Device
As shown by the test results in Table 1, the nasal interface device 30 as shown in
While the invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments thereof, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that various changes and modifications can be made and equivalents employed, without departing from the present invention.
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i loved the smell of this candle! i had it lit while doing homework in my room and it really relaxed me. smell also lingered well after it being lit. only downfall is that it is so small.5


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Quiet apartment 1Bd/4P (Ref:213)
Size60 m²
Floor No.2(with elevator)
- Family/child friendly
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Pets allowed
- Parking available
- Elevator in building
- Towels
Accommodation summary
|Rue de la Fourche, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
|Property type
|Property ID
|Acceptance rate
|Response time
|A few hours
|Calendar updated
The property has kitchen, living-dining room, 1 bathroom, 1 separate toilet, 1 bedroom, 3 single beds and 1 sofa bed.
Indoor facilities consist of oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, coffeemaker, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, bath-shower and sink, TV and DVD (on request), iron, ironing board, hair dryer, heating, smoke detector, coffee, jam, sugar, milk, salt, pepper, oil & vinegar, etc.. Cleaning , bedding and towels included.
Situated within a hundred meters of the Grand-Place, It has all amenities within a very short distance and public transportation is only a few meters away. The apartment is located on the 3rd floor without elevator. The apartment is in the historic heart of the city, in a pedestrian district.
House rulesOwner is flexible on arrivals time between 2 pm and midnight. However check in made after 6pm is charged 20€.
Baby cot and high chair available on request.
Following damage we had in the recent past months, we are forced to ask for a deposit of 150€ at check-in time which is refundable upon check-out if there is no damage.
Please note that check-in is by appointment only, from 2:00 pm to 6:00pm. Additional charge will be charged for check-in after 6:00pm.
Check-out can be done as from 7:00am to 11:00am. Departures outside 11:00 am will incur additional charges.
You can leave your luggage with no extra charge at the reception from 11am to 6pm.
Please inform me in advance of your expected arrival time.
Greeting & housekeeping costs
Greeting you at the apartment for check-in and check-out between 9am and 6pm, as well as all housekeeping costs are included in the price quoted on the website. There are no extra charges.
For all reservation made after 5/5/2014 we will be forced, to comply with the law, to request a tourist tax of € 5€/day/ by booking. This fee must be paid in cash on site and a separate receipt will be provided
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Reviews of this property
Very central to 3 minutes walk from grand place, clean, and best treatment of Christian, we had a serious problem and everything went great attitude and help.
Muy centrico a 3 minutos andando de grand place, limpio, y lo mejor el trato de Christian, tuvimos un grave problema y todo fue buena predisposicion y ayuda.
This at first glance lovingly furnished apartment revealed but unfortunately some shortcomings: The windows were hard to open and needed to be urgently replaced the mattresses in the bedroom were very hard, the toilet was leaking and had to be repaired the next day. Therefore taken care of after we reported the damage. The location is very good, in the middle of the city, to discover no 50 m to the parking garage, as a starting point Brussels, a good choice.
Das auf den ersten Blick liebevoll eingerichtete Appartement offenbarte leider doch einige Mängel: Die Fenster waren kaum zu öffnen und müssten dringend ausgetauscht werden, die Matratzen im Schlafzimmer waren sehr hart, die Toilette war undicht und musste am nächsten Tag repariert werden. Darum wurde sich gekümmert, nachdem wir den Schaden gemeldet hatten. Die Lage ist sehr gut, mitten in der Stadt, keine 50 m zum Parkhaus, als Ausgangslage Brüssel zu entdecken, eine gute Wahl.
Reviews for this host's other properties
Nice appartemedt.
But the shower was a bit nasty...
I recommend this appartment.
The host cancelled the booking, this review is automated.
Well situated and equipped apartment. Friendly and fast reception. Recommendable option
Very good service! Room in the center, 2 minutes from Grand Place. Clean room and bathroom. Special thanks to Dennis for providing the balance. U are the best!)
Really nice place. Huge living area and open plan kitchen that was great for socialising as we were there as a group of friends. Everything modern and really nicely furnished. The flat is really centrally located and we were able to walk everywhere the whole weekend. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is that the Internet didn't work the whole time we were there, and although we reported this, it didn't get fixed. Otherwise great place.
It is a series of apartments that have as an agency. It is very very well located and at night is very quiet. Cleaning is perfect. When we went they had coffee, they did not know what had happened to her, but otherwise everything perfect !!
Es una serie de apartamentos que tienen como una agencia. Está muy muy muy bien ubicado y por las noches es muy silencioso. La limpieza está perfecta. Cuando fuimos no tenían cafetera, no sabían qué había pasado con ella, pero por lo demás todo perfecto!!
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