Respiratory mask system
The respiratory mask assembly with automatically adjusting headgear mechanisms and elastic straps ensures a comfortable, secure fit, addressing fit-related discomfort and pressure issues in existing masks.
AU2024219793B2Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-23FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE LTD
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- AU2024219793
- Authority / Receiving Office
- AU · AU
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-23
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing respiratory masks struggle with maintaining a stable, airtight seal during use, leading to discomfort and potential pressure sores due to improper fit and adjustment mechanisms.
Method used
A respiratory mask assembly featuring a mask interface with a seal and a headgear assembly that includes automatically adjusting headgear mechanisms, elastic side straps, and adjustable connectors to ensure a secure fit without ear contact, allowing for easy donning and doffing.
Benefits of technology
The assembly provides a comfortable and secure fit, reducing ear contact and pressure points, enhancing user comfort and maintaining an effective seal for respiratory therapy delivery.
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Abstract
A mask assembly includes a mask interface and a headgear assembly. The mask interface includes a housing and a seal that seals around a user's nose and / or mouth in use. The headgear assembly secures the mask interface to the user's face in use. The headgear assembly can include a top strap, a rear section, and side arms. The top strap can be manually adjustable. The rear section can be temporarily expanded to allow for donning and / or doffing of the mask assembly. The side arms can be automatically adjustable. -48- 20 24 21 97 93 17 S ep 2 02 4 A B S T R A C T 2 0 2 4 2 1 9 7 9 3 1 7 S e p 2 0 2 4
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