Device to discourage growth of respiratory viruses
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1. An inhalation device for delivering heated and humidified air to a user at an optimum temperature of 108°
- F. comprising a container for holding a predetermined depth of water, an electric resistance type water heating element mounted in said container below the water level, air-bubbling means in said container, said container having a detachable lid with first and second ports therethrough, said air bubbling means comprising an air intake tube slidably mounted in said first port and having a first end extending above said lid and a second end extending into said container below the water level wherein said air intake tube is adjustable to permit easier inspiration with somewhat less humidification if desired, a breathing tube having a first end attached to said second port and a second end, a cleanable facemask detachably connected to the second end of said breathing tube, said facemask also having inhalation and exhalation valve means for directing the flow of air from said breathing tube, through the facemask and into the surrounding atmosphere, an elastic headband mounted on said facemask for holding the facemask to the head of a user, and thermostat means mounted in said container above the water level for regulating the heater such that air drawn into said container through said air intake tube and bubbled through said water would be delivered to the nose and throat of a user at an optimum temperature of 108°
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A device for delivering humidified air at a specific optimal temperature to the nose and throat via a breathing tube and face mask for purpose stated in title; air is simultaneously heated and humidified by being bubbled thru water raised to a specific temperature by a resistance-type heating element controlled by a thermostat. Intake and exhaust valves in the face mask control direction of air flow, and an adjustable air intake tube is provided to facilitate inspiration for those with compromised lung function.
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1. An inhalation device for delivering heated and humidified air to a user at an optimum temperature of 108°
- F. comprising a container for holding a predetermined depth of water, an electric resistance type water heating element mounted in said container below the water level, air-bubbling means in said container, said container having a detachable lid with first and second ports therethrough, said air bubbling means comprising an air intake tube slidably mounted in said first port and having a first end extending above said lid and a second end extending into said container below the water level wherein said air intake tube is adjustable to permit easier inspiration with somewhat less humidification if desired, a breathing tube having a first end attached to said second port and a second end, a cleanable facemask detachably connected to the second end of said breathing tube, said facemask also having inhalation and exhalation valve means for directing the flow of air from said breathing tube, through the facemask and into the surrounding atmosphere, an elastic headband mounted on said facemask for holding the facemask to the head of a user, and thermostat means mounted in said container above the water level for regulating the heater such that air drawn into said container through said air intake tube and bubbled through said water would be delivered to the nose and throat of a user at an optimum temperature of 108°
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- F. comprising a container for holding a predetermined depth of water, an electric resistance type water heating element mounted in said container below the water level, air-bubbling means in said container, said container having a detachable lid with first and second ports therethrough, said air bubbling means comprising an air intake tube slidably mounted in said first port and having a first end extending above said lid and a second end extending into said container below the water level wherein said air intake tube is adjustable to permit easier inspiration with somewhat less humidification if desired, a breathing tube having a first end attached to said second port and a second end, a cleanable facemask detachably connected to the second end of said breathing tube, said facemask also having inhalation and exhalation valve means for directing the flow of air from said breathing tube, through the facemask and into the surrounding atmosphere, an elastic headband mounted on said facemask for holding the facemask to the head of a user, and thermostat means mounted in said container above the water level for regulating the heater such that air drawn into said container through said air intake tube and bubbled through said water would be delivered to the nose and throat of a user at an optimum temperature of 108°
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Current AssigneeHarold A. Brossman Jr
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Original AssigneeHarold A. Brossman Jr
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InventorsBrossman, Harold A. Jr.
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Primary Examiner(s)Recla, Henry J.
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Application NumberUS06/580,254Time in Patent Office713 DaysField of Search128/200.11, 128/200.13, 128/203.16, 128/203.17, 128/203.26, 128/203.27, 128/204.17, 261/DIG. 65, 261/121, 261/142US Class Current128/200.11CPC Class CodesA61M 16/16 Devices to humidify the res...Y10S 261/65 Vaporizers
