Method and apparatus for humidification and warming of air

Details Method and apparatus for humidification and warming of air Method and apparatus for humidification and warming of air

2005-12-20

2005-12-20

Patel, Mital (Department: 3743)

Surgery

Respiratory method or device

Means for heating respiratory gas or respiration device

C128S203170, C261S154000

Reexamination Certificate

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06976489

ABSTRACT:
A method of humidifying a gas that includes supplying a gas to a surface of a humidification material that readily absorbs moisture and readily releases moisture when exposed to a dry environment and generating turbulence in the gas as it passes over the surface of the humidification material.

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