This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 2 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Thomas Jefferson University. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Brian M Shelton - Innovator in Respiratory Treatment Technologies
Introduction: Brian M Shelton is an inventor based in Altadena, CA (US). He is currently associated with Thomas Jefferson University. Although he does not hold any granted patents, his work focuses on innovative solutions for treating obstructive sleep apnea.
Latest Patent Applications: Brian M Shelton has filed a patent application titled "SENSORS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING RESPIRATION." This application discloses systems and methods for treating obstructive sleep apnea using an inertial measurement unit (IMU) that includes an accelerometer and a gyroscope. The IMU is designed to detect chest and/or abdominal movement during the inspiration and expiration stages of a respiratory cycle. It generates positional data based on the detected movement, which is utilized by an implanted stimulation system to determine when to deliver electrical stimulation to a nerve that innervates an upper airway muscle, such as the hypoglossal nerve, to treat sleep apnea.
Conclusion: Brian M Shelton is making significant contributions to the field of respiratory treatment technologies, particularly in addressing obstructive sleep apnea through innovative methods and systems.