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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 10, 2013
Filed:
Sep. 03, 2009
Medhi M. Jafari, Laguna Hills, CA (US);
Jeffrey K. Aviano, Escondido, CA (US);
Daniel G. Grabol, Encinitas, CA (US);
Edward R. Mccoy, Vista, CA (US);
Gail F. Upham, Fallbrook, CA (US);
Medhi M. Jafari, Laguna Hills, CA (US);
Jeffrey K. Aviano, Escondido, CA (US);
Daniel G. Grabol, Encinitas, CA (US);
Edward R. McCoy, Vista, CA (US);
Gail F. Upham, Fallbrook, CA (US);
Covidien LP, Mansfield, MA (US);
Abstract
This disclosure describes systems and methods for purging narrow diameter sensor tubing, occasionally referred to as 'sensor lines,' in a ventilation system. The disclosure describes a novel approach in which a series of short, periodic releases of pressurized gas through the sensor tubes are used to clear any blockages due to condensation or patient secretions.