Method and apparatus for humidification of breathable gas by condensation and/or dehumidification
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1. A method for humidifying breathable gas provided to a user comprising:
- providing the breathable gas;
producing moisture or water derived from ambient environmental surroundings; and
channeling the breathable gas along an air flow path, said flow path optionally including access to at least a portion of the moisture or water for increased humidification of the breathable gas, for delivery to the user.
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Abstract
A method and apparatus for humidifying breathable gas provided to a user includes providing a breathable gas, producing moisture or water derived from ambient environmental surroundings, e.g., via condensation and/or dehumidified air, and directing the breathable gas along an air flow path. The air flow path optionally includes access to at least a portion of the moisture or water for increased humidification of the breathable gas, for delivery to the user.
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1. A method for humidifying breathable gas provided to a user comprising:
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providing the breathable gas;
producing moisture or water derived from ambient environmental surroundings; and
channeling the breathable gas along an air flow path, said flow path optionally including access to at least a portion of the moisture or water for increased humidification of the breathable gas, for delivery to the user. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
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18. A blower for providing breathable gas to a user, the blower comprising:
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a blower motor to pressurize the breathable gas within a predetermined range;
an air path to deliver the pressurized breathable gas to the user in use;
a self-replenishing humidification unit to produce moisture or water used to humidify the breathable gas along a portion of the air flow path.
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19. A condensation sensor arranged to detect condensation, said sensor comprising:
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an emitter to emit light towards a location; and
a detector structured to receive the emitted light in dependence on the condensation present at the location. - View Dependent Claims (20, 21, 22, 23)
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