Цилиндрическая логарифмическая счетная линейка

Vorrichtung zum Abzaehlen von Stueckgut, insbesondere von Semmeln, Broetchen u. dgl.

An Invention for Checking and Registering the Number of Passengers Carried and the Amount of Fares Earned on Tramcars and other Public Conveyances.

... 111,336. Laurie, W. S. Nov. 23, 1916. Fares, seat-apparatus for checking and registering; distance-driven registers.-The passengers, as they enter public stage vehicles, pay their fares to the conductor, who assigns them to numbered seats which he unlocks by electric means; the fares are registered electrically according to the seats occupied and the stages. Each hinged seat p is normally locked in the position shown in Fig. 2, wherein it is pressed by a spring against the fixed back (not shown), by the abutment of a projecting lug m, n with a leverlatch s, t. Completion by the conductor of the electric circuit through the electro-magnet x, z of the seat selected by the entering passenger results in the depression of the latch, so that the passenger can put down the seat. As it is drawn forwards, a bare spot v, Fig. 3, upon an insulated curved copper rod g, h carried by the seat makes momentary contact with a spring stud e, thereby closing a main circuit containing an indicator or counter ...

Apparatus for tracking a number of medical instrument sterility cycles

Improvements relating to actuating mechanism for devices for indicating, registering or recording traffic over stairways

... 213,664. Stansfield, E. C. H. Jan. 3, 1923. Fares, step apparatus for registering and recording; counting-apparatus.-Apparatus particularly intended for showing the number of passengers occuping the upper deck of a tramcar or omnibus, but applicable generally for registering or recording the number of persons passing up and down a staircase, comprises a series of movable steps or treads, the middle one of which actuates the register positively or negatively according to the direction in which the outer steps are used. Preferably five steps are employed, the outermost ones when depressed permitting the intermediate ones to set the middle step for registration. The depressible steps are connected to the ends 21 of spring-controlled sliding rods 13, 20, 24. Upon depression of the lefthand rod 24, Fig. 1, a recess 25 in the back of the rod is moved to release a lug 23 on a slidable bar 17, the rod 24 being held in its depressed position by a spring detent 26. When the next rod 20 is depressed ...

DEVICE

Improvements in or connected with Apparatus for Automatically Counting or Registering Packages or Articles whilst in Transit on Conveyors, Elevators or Shoots.

... 116,121. Bentham, C., and Simon, Ltd., H. May 23, 1917. Counters for anticles.-In apparatus for counting parcels passing along a conveyer, elevator, or shoot, of the type in which the articles successively displace members such as fingers f, to rock a striking-arm k engaging an arm m on the counter spindle n, the arm k is arranged in a plane at right-angles to the arm m and close to the spindle n, so that its angular movement is always sufficient to raise the arm m for correct actuation of the counter on the return stroke of the arm. The fingers f are adjustable in sockets g on arms d mounted on a counterbalanced shaft c.

Improvements in or relating to installations including information storage devices and to handling such devices

... 871,509. Dispensing articles. REGIE NATIONALE DES USINES RENAULT. Aug. 26, 1957 [Sept. 21, 1956], No. 26863/57. Class 116 [Also in Group XXX] In apparatus for maintaining a supply of articles of different types in a system of stocking bins 55 from which they are subsequently dispensed by an operator-controlled transfer device 112, the articles, e.g. automobile engines of types A, B, C, D are passed along a rollerway 50 towards a transfer device 57 at the entrance ends of the stocking bins, this transfer device 57 being controlled by an electrical distributor 56 in conjunction with a memory device 52 which is supplied with information by an operator. The memory device comprises a series of vertical columns marked A, B, C, D visible to the operator, means for retaining balls 54 in a series of positions in the columns, these positions being numbered 1 to 9, and a series of levers 53 corresponding to the various types of engine each of which, when depressed by the operator feeds a ball into ...

Improvements in counting or registering apparatus

... 790,757. Hand knitting. TOPPERS OF NORTHAMPTON, Ltd. Jan. 12, 1956 [Jan. 20, 1955], No. 1718/55. Class 74 (2). [Also in Group XIX] A number registering device, particularly for registering the number of rows of stitches in knitting, comprises an apertured cylindrical sleeve within which is rotatably mounted a hollow drum bearing numerals visible in turn through the aperture, and a one-piece spring member located within the sleeve and drum to prevent relative translational movement between them and also forming a resilient constriction of the bore, by which the device may be mounted on a knitting needle. As shown, two drums 4 with knurled portions 3 are rotatable in respective sleeves 6 having windows 5. The inner spring member has three fingers 16 at each end formed with lugs 18, which hold the drums in the sleeves, and further inwardly bent fingers 17 to grip a knitting needle. A tape measure 9 is anchored on a projection 19 of the spring member and passes through slots 14 in the sleeves ...

Improvements in actuating means for counter mechanism

... 816,688. Counting-apparatus. NEWMAN, HENDER & CO. Ltd. Oct. 31, 1957 [Oct. 9, 1956], No. 30770/56. Class 106 (1). [Also in Group XXXVII] Means for actuating an electric impulse counter comprises a spring-loaded lever arm for engagement at one end with the articles to be counted, which closes a micro-switch fixed thereto at its other end. The arrangement shown is applicable to counting articles of non- uniform size such as eggs, but is described generally. A U-shaped bracket 13 fixed to the housing 8 supports a spindle 14 on which is pivotally mounted a bracket 16 carrying a micro-switch 17 to which is secured a lever 18. Mounted freely on the spindle 14 is a V-shaped support 20 having lugs 21, 22 provided with adjustable screw stops 23, 24 between which an extension 25 of the bracket 16 is positioned. The support 20 is mounted between friction discs 26 to which pressure is applied by a spring 27, the pressure being adjustable by a nut 28, and the arrangement being such that the initial ...

Countdown and start mechanism

A countdown and start mechanism for a cyclically operable machine wherein an escapement mechanism is adapted for the countdown control. An escape wheel is provided to concentrically carry a cycle counter knob for indicating the number of cycles to be performed. An anchor is actuated once during each cycle of the machine to incrementally step the escape wheel down toward a null position whereupon the machine is stopped. A start mechanism is provided to actuate the machine after the counter knob is set for a given number of operations or for a single cycle when no setting is made.

DOSE INDICATING DEVICE

DOSE INDICATING DEVICE

INHALIERGERÄT-ZÄHLER

Inhaler counter ( 20 ) comprising a counter housing ( 390 ), a rocker arm ( 200 ) with a pawl ( 210 ), the rocker arm being pivotally supported by the housing and arranged to perform a rocker movement in response to a linear actuation motion, a return spring ( 220 ) for resetting the rocker arm, a ratchet wheel ( 230 ) engagable with the pawl to convert the movement of the rocker arm into an incremental rotational motion of an axle arrangement ( 240 ) advancing a display means ( 60 ), the axle arrangement further comprising a back rotation prevention means ( 280 ) in the form of a spring loaded friction brake and a worm gear, the display means comprising rotatable indicator means ( 120 ) with teeth that engage the worm-gear and a stationary scale.

COUNTING MECHANISM AS WELL AS PROPORTION INHALATOR WITH DESSEM MECHANISM

SPEEDOMETER

Heat cylce indicating device

Electrosurgical Device Having a Dielectric Seal

INDICATING DEVICE FOR AEROSOL CONTAINER

An indicating device for indicating the number of dosages of a substance that have been dispensed from or remain in a container includes a first indicator member incrementally moveable to a plurality of positions and a second indicator member operably connected to the first indicator member. The second indicator member is moveable in response to a predetermined number of movements of the first indicator member. One of the first and second indicator members includes numerical indicia and the other thereof includes color indicia.

NESTED CONTAINER COUNTING AND SEPARATING MECHANISM

ELECTROSURGICAL DEVICE HAVING A DIELECTRIC SEAL

An electrosurgical device is provided having at least one elastomeric seal capable of providing bio-contamination and dielectric protection by inhibiting the ingress of fluids and contaminants through the nose and actuator areas. The elastomeric seal is manufactured from a thermoplastic elastomer or resin which while in liquid form is placed within a mold. A housing section having the main circuit components and mechanisms of the electrosurgical device is then placed within the mold. Once the elastomer cures, the elastomeric seal seals the components and mechanisms within the housing partial-section. The elastomeric seal defines a flexible first opening at a distal end of the electrosurgical device to accommodate varying diameters of electrodes or blades connected to the nose area of the elctrosurgical device. An actuator seal is also provided on the actuator area of the electrosurgical device to prevent fluids and contaminants from entering the electrosurgical device through the actuator ...

INDICATING DEVICE FOR USE WITH A DISPENSING DEVICE

... ²²An indicating device for use with a dispensing device that dispenses metered ²dosages of a ²medicament from a container (100) having a valve moveable between an open and ²closed ²position. In a preferred embodiment, the container (100) is reciprocally ²moveable within the ²housing (10) along a longitudinal axis. The housing (10) preferably has a well ²(18) adapted to ²receive a valve stem (110) and an exhaust port (26). The well (18) ²communicates with the port ²(26) such that the metered dosage of medicament is dispensed through the port ²(26) when the ²valve is moved to the open position. An indicator assembly comprises an ²indicator member (50) ²that includes dosage indicia (66) visible to a user. In a preferred ²embodiment, the indicator ²assembly is provided in an indicator module (120). A method for dispensing ²measured dosages is ²also provided, along with a kit capable of being assembled as an inhalation ²device. A delivery ²system having a key member (300) and a key entry passageway ...

Instrument zum Markieren und gleichzeitigen Zählen, insbesondere von Stickfehlern.

Umlaufzähler.

Tablettenzählmaschine.

Türschloss für Raumbenutzungskontrolle.

Procédé et appareil pour compter automatiquement le nombre de rangées des mailles d'un tricot

Einrichtung zur Vorgabe einstellbarer Längen von Spulmaterial.

Appareil enregistreur de mesure de longueurs

Vorrichtung zum Zählen von gleichartig geformten, unsymmetrischen Gegenständen

Vorrichtung zum Zählen von Kleinmechanikteilchen, insbesondere Uhrsteine

Zähleinrichtung für kleine Körper, insbesondere Uhrensteine

Zähleinrichtung

Selbsttätig wirkende Zählvorrichtung für die Maschenreihen an einem Strickapparat

Mess- und Zählvorrichtung zum Summieren verschieden grosser Kolbenhübe

Compteur-totalisateur de points

Zähl- und Markiervorrichtung für Broschüren oder Buchblöcke

Elektrische Zähleinrichtung zum getrennten Zählen von Energie in beiden Energierichtungen

Vorrichtung zum Anzeigen des Verdrehungswinkels eines Drehorgans

Steuervorrichtung an einem automatisch arbeitenden Apparat, insbesondere Abfüllautomat

Dispositif de contrôle du passage d'organes en mouvement

Personenzählvorrichtung an Rolltreppen

Vorrichtung zum Zählen und Trennen von ineinandergesteckten Behältern

Mechanical recording device for monitoring oil bath e.g. for cooking fried food

The mechanical recording device has a waterproof housing which contains a device which is deformable in response to the heat of the cooking oil when in use. The device deforms to causes advancement each time of a tooth. A numbered pinion indicates the number of uses of the oil bath. The activation device comprises a bimetallic element which curves and causes movement of the tooth of the pinion in response to the heat of the oil. The device may include an optical control device comprising a drum carrying coloured indications.

ДОЗИРУЮЩИЙ ИНГАЛЯТОР

Настоящее изобретение относится к счетчику доз дозирующего ингалятора, причем счетчик содержит привод, вращательное зубчатое колесо, имеющее множество храповых зубцов; поводок для пошагового приведения в движение вращательной зубчатой передачи в результате смещения привода; собачку, которая предотвращает обратное вращение вращательной зубчатой передачи; и индикатор, соединенный с вращательной зубчатой передачей.

Mechanical counter wheel-type driving device

INDICATOR OF AMOUNTS IMPROVES FOR DEVICE OF FLUID DISTRIBUTION OF PRODUCT.

Mechanical meter, in particular for collapsible boxes

Process of control of flow as well as the controllers for the implementation of processes in conformity or similar to the process

And control control device of one or more electrical circuits

METER OF AMOUNTS

MICROSENSOR READY TO DETECT a VARIATION OF DISTANCE OR a CYCLE OF VARIATIONS OF DISTANCE BETWEEN TWO POINTS OR ZONES Of a STRUCTURE AT THE TIME OF a REQUEST

La présente invention concerne un capteur passif et réversible de déformations selon une direction OX d'une structure notamment lors de cycles de températures ou de contraintes mécaniques subis par cette structure, ce capteur comportant des moyens de détection et des moyens de comptage, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte des moyens de détection et de comptage des cycles de variations de distance entre deux points ou zones d'une structure, ces moyens comportant un support possédant une première et une seconde partie possédant chacune une zone d'ancrage, ces zones d'ancrage étant aptes à être fixées respectivement à l'une et à l'autre desdits deux points ou zones de la structure et étant constituées par des plots, des encoches et/ou des alésages et étant de dimensions plus faibles que celles des première et seconde parties, les moyens de comptage étant associés à chacune des dites première et seconde parties du support.

Mechanical device for counting the number of revolutions of a revolving spindle by rotary drive of the escapement of an inclined element

Dispositif de comptage mécanique de nombre de tours d'un axe par entrainement rotatif d'échappement d'un élément incliné, avec possibilité de blocage par facettes, composé d'un axe menant (1), comportant une denture (3), sur une portion de sa périphérie entraînant directement une roue menée (2), dentée intérieurement (4) inclinée, supportant les inscriptions donnant une information (5) sur la position à l'axe menant. L'invention peut s'appliquer plus particulièrement au comptage des nombres de tours d'axes tournants et être intégrée dans un bouton compte-tours, ou tout autre dispositif d'affichage d'une fonction compte-tours.

Process and device of counting of cases or racks transferred onto tables with rollers

COUNTER COMPRISING MEANS FOR STRENGTHENING TOGETHER ELASTICITY AND ABRASION ACCORDING TO SEQUENTIAL COUNTING OPERATION IMPLEMENTATION OF A COUNTING RING CAPABLE OF PREVENTING THE FREQUENT MALFUNCTION OF CONFIGURATION MEANS

PURPOSE: A counter comprising means for strengthening together elasticity and abrasion according to sequential counting operation implementation of a counting ring is provided to prevent the malfunction of counting by preventing the frequent malfunction of configuration means of the counter. CONSTITUTION: Support disks are accepted within a counting ring(22). An end supporting disk(24) locates in both ends of supporting disks. A link gear(21) is simultaneously engaged to a front side gear and a back side gear in the state where the half is accepted and the half is projected among the end supporting disk and the supporting disks. The front side gear comprises a gear groove formed in the front and rear of the counting rings of each position. The back side gear comprises one gear groove. Both outer tubes of a counter are combined through an ultrasonic wave method. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2011 ...

TEMPERATURE CYCLE COUNTER

An apparatus for counting the number of times a temperature cycle occurs includes an indicator having sequential indicia and a temperature responsive member for indicating a next one of the indicia. Mechanical, fluid mechanical and electronic versions of the invention are disclosed. In the mechanical version, the indicator can be a ratchet member having teeth, a pawl and a display surface containing indicia. A temperature responsive element such as a bimetallic member engages the teeth of the ratchet and advances the ratchet each time the apparatus is subjected to a preset temperature cycle. A housing with a window masks the display to indicate one of the indicia as advanced by the temperature responsive element. Preferred embodiments of the mechanical version include a ring-like ratchet member with interior teeth and an exterior display surface. The number of teeth is preferably one or more less than the number of indicia so that upon advancing the ratchet member to the last indicia, it ...

Flush mounted indicator device

A closure a container, including capability for counting and indicating the number of times the closure has undergone a cycle of closing and opening the container, and further for incorporating the closure into a device for for resisting the opening of the container by a child. In a preferred embodiment, the closure includes an outer cover having an indicator symbol window an indicator symbol carrier rotatably mounted in the outer cover with indicator symbols visible through the indicator window, a tooth and pawl for allowing one-way rotation of the outer cover relative to the indicator symbol carrier to allow the advancement of the window and an audible click as the pawl passes over a tooth to confirm proper advancement, lost motion mechanism for positively assuring the advancement of the window by one and only one indicator symbol upon each cycle, and a closure mechanism requiring the application of an axial force urging the closure toward the container while applying a rotational force ...

Dose indicators and dispensing canister-indicator assemblies

An annular dose indicator (50) for use with a dispenser comprising a dispensing canister (10) comprising a substantially cylindrical container (1) having a closed end (2) and an open end (3), said open end of the container being equipped with a dispensing means (4) that comprises an outlet member (5) movable between closed and discharge positions and an adaptor comprising a support block (21) having a socket (22) adapted to receive the outlet member, the container and support block being reciprocally movable relative to each other to cause the outlet member to move to its discharge position thereby dispensing a dose, said annular dose indicator (50) comprising an annular housing (60) having an interior surface (64) defining a substantially circumferential cavity; a counter-ring (80), said counter-ring located in the cavity and being arranged to be moveable relative to the housing by rotation about an axis parallel or substantially parallel to linear reciprocal movement of container and ...

Indicating device

An indicating device for indicating the number of metered doses of medicaments that have been dispensed from or remain in a container having a valve stem extending longitudinally therefrom and moveable between an open and closed position. The indicating device includes a base member adapted to be mounted to the container, a cap member moveably connected to the base member, one or more indicator members rotatably mounted to the cap member and an indicating mechanism adapted to rotate the indicator member an incremental amount upon a predetermined number of axial movements of the cap member relative to the base member. A preferred embodiment of the indicating device includes a ratchet wheel, a drive member selectively engaging the indicating member, a pawl selectively engaging the ratchet wheel, and a non-return member adapted to selectively engage the ratchet wheel so as to maintain a unidirectional rotation of the ratchet wheel. In one embodiment, the indicating device also includes a usage ...

Indicating device

A dispenser for dispensing metered dosages of a substance from a container includes a dispenser housing having a top, a bottom, and a wall defining an elongated cavity open at the top and extending along a longitudinal axis. An indicating device includes a face member defining a viewing window. The face member is snap-fitted to the dispenser housing wall. The indicating device further includes an indicator member having a surface visible through the viewing window. The surface includes dosage indicia. The indicator member is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. An indicator actuator has at least a portion disposed in the cavity. The actuator is adapted to be moved by an actuation of the container, with the actuator adapted to rotate the indicator member upon a predetermined number of actuations of the container.

Improvements in or relating to dispensing apparatus

The present invention provides dispensing apparatus for delivering metered doses of product from a pressurised dispensing container comprising: a dose counting mechanism comprising an indexing mechanism for advancing an indication means on actuation of the received pressurised dispensing container, wherein on actuation of the received pressurised dispensing container in a normal mode of operation an indexing member is able to interface with the indexing mechanism to apply a force to the indexing mechanism sufficient to incrementally advance the indication means; wherein the eventuality that the indexing mechanism or the indication means is jammed so as to prevent advancement, the indexing member and the indexing mechanism are enabled to move relative to one another in such a way to allow the indexing member to bypass the indexing mechanism to allow actuation of the received pressurised dispensing container.

Lastwechselzähler

Kraftstoffpumpe fuer Brennkraftmaschinen

Improvements in store contents indicating devices

... 947,763. Counting-apparatus. W. M. WADSWORTH & SONS Ltd. May 11, 1960 [June 17, 1959], No. 20748/59. Heading G4D. An arrangement for registering the number of vehicles in an enclosure comprises means arranged to actuate one or more reversible counters on the entry or exit of a vehicle. As described, for counting the number of motor cars in a multi-storey garage, a metal ramp adapted to receive one wheel of a wheeled vehicle and having flanged sides 1 is arranged in the floor of a lift car, the centre of the ramp being supported by a resilient strip 6, which may be of rubber, a screw 5 forming an adjustable stop to co-operate with switch 8. The ramp may alternatively be installed on any desired floor and the floor may be recessed to provide a substantially flush surface for the floor and ramp. Fig. 4 shows part of a circuit for registering the number of cars in a four-storey garage having three lifts, a separate counter being provided for each floor. A contact 13 associated with one of the ...

Electric switches

... 933,098. Cam-operated switches; retractive switches; activation of switches. TELEMECANIQUE ELECTRIQUE. Feb. 8 1961, [May 24, 1960], No. 4765/61. Class 38 (5). In a switch operable by the passage of a moving body hitting an arm extending radially from a shaft having a switch actuating cam and an indexing arrangement, the cam is interchangeably mounted and the indexing arrangement has two or more profiles giving different numbers of selected positions, the profiles being selectively engaged with a detent. The shaft 5 carries a cylinder 10 with two profiles 11, 12, the former being as in Fig. 4 with four notches 13, and the latter having two notches as shown in Fig. 5. The selected profile co-operates with detent balls in housings 23, 24. The cam 26 operates switches 27, 28 via balls 30 . . . 33 in guides 34, 35. The shaft 5 may carry, as shown, four arms 7 which are successively engaged by articles, and in this case the profile 11 is used. Alternatively, a single arm carrying a roller may ...

PHYSICAL TRAINING DEVICE

Counting control device

... 1,032,424. Cams and followers. CROWN ZELLERBACH CORPORATION. April 9, 1963 [April 26, 1962], No. 14156/63. Heading F2K. [Also in Division H2] A control device, e.g. for a machine collating articles such as paper bags, comprises first and second rotary cams rotating at different speeds, and a follower which normally engages the second cam but which, when periodically aligned with an aperture therein, extends through the aperture to engage the first cam, the device effecting a control function in response to the follower engaging a particular portion of the first cam. Microswitches 54, 56 are operated after predetermined numbers of revolutions of an input shaft 1 which drives cams 31, 32 through gears 7, 28 and a shaft 26, and a cam 41 through a reduction gear unit 9, gears 13, 29, and a shaft 27, the cam 41 having a lower speed than the cams 31, 32. Two followers 50, 51 on the arms 52, 53 of microswitches 54, 56, respectively, are aligned with the edges of cams 31, 32, respectively, and ...

WRITING UTENSIL

... 1408211 Writing appliances combined with counters DAINI SEIKOSHA KK 14 Feb 1973 [16 Feb 1972, 6 June 1972 and 7 July 1972] 7275/73 Heading G4D [Also in Division B6] A writing instrument comprises a writing element such as a ball point cartridge 1 mounted within a casing 2 and biased outwardly of the casing by a spring 5, the element being capable of longitudinal reciprocation, reciprocation of the element actuating a counter having counting rings 11, 17, 19. The counting rings are rotated by the action of two counter operating members 4b, 6a, the members 4b, 6a each moving the first counting ring through a part of the total angle through which the ring is displaced on each reciprocation of the writing element. An alternative embodiment (Figs. 7-12, not shown), includes provision to disconnect the reciprocation of the writing element from the counter. The first counting ring 11 may be connected to the second counting ring 17 by a projecting V-shaped spring (13, Fig. 3, not shown), engaging ...

Improvements in or relating to dispensing apparatus

Hand knitting appliances

... 859,224. Knitting-machines. GIRARDELLI, K. June 27, 1958 [Feb. 1, 1958], No. 20622/58. Class 74 (2). A row counter 5 for flat bed hand-knitting apparatus is fixed to a bar 7 adapted to be slidably received in a groove in a guide rail 15 for the cam lock. The bar 7 and counter 5 can therefore be secured by screws 8, 9 in any position along the bed so that the lever 6 for actuating the counter can be engaged by the projection 4 on the cam lock when the lock is reciprocated over all or only part of the bed.

A lap counter for a toy racing car track

A ratchet wheel (20) is mounted for rotation in a housing (13) projecting laterally from a section of track (9). A pointer (15) is rotatable with the ratchet wheel over a dial (12'). A slider (23) is supported relative to the housing for reciprocatable movement in a direction transverse to the longitudinal extent of the track section. The slider has a tooth (24, 25) at each of two opposite ends for alternately enmeshing with diametrically or substantially diametrically opposite teeth of the ratchet wheel as the slider is reciprocated. A spring (26) urges the slider towards the track section to bring the tooth (25) into mesh with the teeth of the ratchet wheel. An arm (27) is pivoted by a toy car passing along the track so as to move the slider against the spring to turn the ratchet wheel, regardless of the angular direction in which the arm is pivoted. A further ratchet wheel (22) has a single tooth and operates a mechanism (not shown) to indicate the completion of a predetermined number ...

Improvements in and connected with Speed and Direction Indicating Mechanism.

... 21,330. Grant, A. J., and Chadburn's (Ship) Telegraph Co. Sept. 18. Periodic-counter speed indicators.-The actuation, holding, and liberation of the pointer &c. are controlled by electro-magnets energized consecutively by a time-switch. A spindle 17 is constantly rotated in one direction from the engine-driven shaft 60 through an arrangement of ratchet and bevel gearing 48, 49, and carries the two parts of a clutch 16, which are thrown into engagement for a period of twenty seconds every half-minute by means of an electro-magnet 1 connected with the timeswitch. A gear-wheel 21 is thus caused to rotate a pair of gear-wheels 22, 22, which are loosely mounted on the pointer arbor 24 but may rotate it by means of a projection on the wheel 22 adapted to engage a projection on the toothed wheel 28 fixed to the arbor. The pair of wheels 22, 22 and the wheel 28 are controlled by springs, so that they tend to, return to a zero position, but they are normally prevented from doing so by means ...

Wheel revolution counter

... 1,124,855. Counters. GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER CO. 26 Oct., 1966 [26 Nov., 1965], No. 48039/66. Heading G4D. [Also in Division F2] The number of rotations of a shaft 3, irrespective of direction, is registered on a counter 8 through a spring clutch 23. A magnet 13 follows a ring magnet 12 to drive reduction gearing 9 so that an eccentric 14 oscillates a lever 16. Pins 19 on the lever engage the turned-down end 24 of the spring 23 which is therefore alternately slackened and tightened, so advancing the counter. A leaf-spring (Fig. 4, not shown), acts as a detent and stabilizes each digital position.

Counter for laundry marking clips and like small articles

... 351,882. Counting-apparatus. AMERICAN LAUNDRY MACHINERY CO., Norwood Station, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.A. Nov. 13, 1930, No. 34189. Convention date, Feb. 7. [Class 106 (i).] Counters for articles.-Small articles such as laundry-marking clips mounted on a key-bar are counted by passing the loaded bar through a guideway, the clips serving to actuate a counting wheel and to give an audible or other signal if the number on the bar is correct. The clips 4 strung on a keybar 3, in their progress through the device, engage notches in a counting wheel 5 and thus rotate it against the action of a zeroizing spring 7. When the wheel has rotated to the desired extent the last clip raises a seat 20 pivoted on the wheel at 21 so that a lug 25 engages, cocks and eventually releases a bell hammer 13. Instead of giving a signal the wheel may control means to prevent insertion of further key-bars when the full count is not reached.

DOSIERAEROSOLABGABEVORRICHTUNG WITH AN ACTUATION EQUIPMENT FOR SPEEDOMETERS

IMPROVED COUNTER MECHANISM

DOSING AEROSOL

Vorrichtung zum Erfassen von Wasserorganismen

Vorrichtung zum Erfassen von Wasserorganismen, vor allem von flussaufwärts gerichteten Fischwanderungen, welche sich aus einem Fangbereich (1), bei dem es sich gegebenenfalls um eine Reuse handelt, einem damit verbundenen Auswertebereich (6) und einem Verschlussorgan (9) zusammensetzt. Bei der Erfindung werden die Organismen im Fangbereich (1) zwischengehältert und können zu zeitlich begrenzten Zeiträumen über einen mit einem Verschlussorgan (9) absperrbaren Wanderkorridor (7) des Auswertebereichs (6) weiterwandern. Im Auswertebereich (6) werden durch Bild- und/oder Videoaufnahmen die Organismen bei der Weiterwanderung erfasst. Der Auswertebereich (6) kann aufgrund der Kombination mit dem Fangbereich (1) und der damit verbundenen Zwischenhälterung sehr klein ausgeführt werden, wodurch eine hohe Bildqualität erreicht wird. Aufgrund der begrenzten Zeitdauern von Bild- und/oder Videoaufzeichnung, fallen unter anderem geringe Datenmengen an. Durch die automatische Entleerung des Fangbereichs ...

DOSE COUNTING DEVICE FOR DOSING EQUIPMENT OF LIQUID PRODUCTS, IN PARTICULAR FOR THE PHARMACEUTICAL USE.

INHALATOR WITH A DOSING COUNTING DEVICE

Indicator cap

Inhaler device counter

An inhaler counter (20) has a ratchet wheel and pawl mechanism (190) for transforming a linear actuation motion into a rotational motion advancing a display means. The ratchet wheel (230) is provided with teeth with a convex back surface. 5 A method of providing the ratchet wheel (230) and pawl mechanism (190) comprises selecting diameter, number of teeth and material for the ratchet wheel. Further, the shape and material of the pawl is selected. The maximum reset torque for the ratchet wheel and pawl mechanism is minimised by providing the ratchet wheel teeth with a convex back surface. The step of providing the ratchet wheel teeth with a convex back surface comprises finding the 0 ratchet teeth back surface curvature by calculations of the reset torque from the parameters comprising: ratchet wheel diameter, friction coefficient between the ratchet wheel material and the pawl material, and pawl spring constant.

INDICATING DEVICE FOR AEROSOL CONTAINER

An indicating device for indicating the number of metered doses of medicaments that have been dispensed from or remain in a container having a valve stem extending longitudinally therefrom and moveable between an open and closed position. The indicating device includes a base member adapted to be mounted to the container, a cap member movably connected to the base member, one or more indicator members rotatably mounted to the cap member and an indicating mechanism adapted to rotate the indicator member an incremental amount upon a predetermined number of axial movements of the cap member relative to the base member. A preferred embodiment of the indicating device includes a ratchet wheel, a drive member selectively engaging the indicating member, a pawl selectively engaging the ratchet wheel, and a non-return member adapted to selectively engage the ratchet wheel so as to maintain a unidirectional rotation of the ratchet wheel. In one embodiment, the indicating device also includes a usage ...

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INDICATING DEVICE FOR USE WITH A DISPENSING DEVICE

An indicating device for use with a dispensing device that dispenses metered dosages of a medicament from a container (100) having a valve moveable between an open and closed position. In a preferred embodiment, the container (100) is reciprocally moveable within the housing (10) along a longitudinal axis. The housing (10) preferably has a well (18) adapted to receive a valve stem (110) and an exhaust port (26). The well (18) communicates with the port (26) such that the metered dosage of medicament is dispensed through the port (26) when the valve is moved to the open position. An indicator assembly comprises an indicator member (50) that includes dosage indicia (66) visible to a user. In a preferred embodiment, the indicator assembly is provided in an indicator module (120). A method for dispensing measured dosages is also provided, along with a kit capable of being assembled as an inhalation device. A delivery system having a key member (300) and a key entry passageway is also provided ...

INDICATING DEVICE FOR USE WITH A DISPENSING DEVICE

An indicating device for use with a dispensing device that dispenses metered dosages of a medicament from a container (100) having a valve moveable between an open an d closed position. In a preferred embodiment, the container (100) is reciprocally moveable within the housing (10) along a longitudinal axis. The housing (10) preferably has a we ll (18) adapted to receive a valve stem (110) and an exhaust port (26). The well (18) communicates with the port (26) such that the metered dosage of medicament is dispensed through the por t (26) when the valve is moved to the open position. An indicator assembly comprises an indicator member (50) that includes dosage indicia (66) visible to a user. In a preferred embodiment, the indicator assembly is provided in an indicator module (120). A method for dispensing measured dosages is also provided, along with a kit capable of being assembled as an inhalation device. A delivery system having a key member (300) and a key entry passageway is also provided ...

A DISPENSING DEVICE FOR USE IN DISPENSING METERED DOSAGES

An indicating device is disclosed for indicating the number of metered dosages of a medicament dispensed from or remaining in a container. The container is disposed within a dispenser housing. The indicating device includes an indicator module and at least one indicator member moveably mounted in said module housing. The at least one indicator member has indicia indicating the number of metered dosages dispensed from or remaining in the container, and is adapted to be moved within a module housing in response to the successive dispensation of metered dosages of medicament.

INDICATING DEVICE FOR INDICATING THE NUMBER OF DOSAGES DISPENSED

This invention is a usage indicator member (260) disposed in a housing (200), the usage indicator Member (260) comprising usage indicia visible to the user which indicates the number of usage cycles completed by or remaining for the indicating device. The indicating member (260) is rotatable mounted in the housing (200) for rotational movement transverse to, in response to axial movement between a cap (220), and a base member (50) of the housing (200).

INDICATING DEVICE FOR INDICATING THE NUMBER OF DOSAGES DISPENSED

An indicating device is disclosed that is suitable for indicating the number of dosages of a substance that have been dispensed from or remain in a container. The indicating device includes a housing, an actuator moveably mounted in the housing, a first indicator rotatably mounted in the housing about a first rotation axis extending in said longitudinal direction and a second indicator. The second indicator is rotatably mounted in the housing about a second rotation axis, wherein the first and second rotation axes are non-parallel.

DISPLAY DEVICE FOR THE NUMBER OF HEATINGS PERFORMED

A display device is described which indicates the number of heatings performed, especially for the purpose of autoclave sterilization. The display device comprises a temperature-sensitive mechanical element (22) which essentially reversibly transforms from a first spacial state to a second spacial state when the temperature-sensitive mechanical element (22) is heated in excess of a predetermined temperature. The temperature-sensitive mechanical element (22) is coupled to the actuating element (32) of a counter mechanism (32, 4), and upon the transformation to the second spacial state effects movement of the actuating element (32) into an actuation position.

DOSE COUNTING DEVICE FOR A DISTRIBUTOR OF DOSES OF FLUID PRODUCTS

... "Dose counting device for a distributor of doses of fluid products, especially for pharmaceutical use". The device comprises a distributor provided with an operating member for a counting means of doses of fluid associated with a mouth of a container, a ring nut for fastening the distributor means onto the nouth and elastic means suitable for transforming the translatory motion of said operating member with respect to the ring nut in a rotatory and axially reciprocating motion of a rotating and axially translatable element to cause the appearance of a difference numerical index provided on the rotating element at an observation position obtained in the control member.

INDICATOR DEVICE RESPONSIVE TO AXIAL FORCE

A device to indicate the application of a non-rotative force, having particular utility in recording the dispensing of a push-down activated aerosol medication dispenser. A non-rotative force on an outer cover (20) is translated into a rotation of an indicator wheel (50) relative to the outer cover by a set of flexible pawls (80) engaged with a set of teeth (58). The pawls depress and thereby extend circumferentially when the applied force flexes them to effect a rotation of the teeth. Suitable means indicate the relative rotation of the teeth such as a window (26) in the outer cover through which are visible indicia on the indicator wheel. The device may also include means to resist its operation by a child.

DOSING INHALER

METERED DOSE INHALER

The present invention relates to metered dose inhaler devices for the administration of medicament to patients for inhalation therapy. Particularly, it discloses a metered dose inhaler device for improving medicament compliance by patients. 1. An improved metered dose inhaler for delivery of medicament in the form of an aerosol comprising ,1. canister containing a medicament2. actuator means3. locking means that locks the actuator means and is unlocked upon shaking the device allowing the actuator means to deliver the medicament after it has been rendered homogeneous by shaking.2. An improved metered dose inhaler as claimed in wherein the locking means comprises a pendulum rod pivoted at the pivot point with the canister cap claim 1 , a striker which slides on the rod along its axis vertically claim 1 , spring and a slider.3. An improved metered dose inhaler as claimed in wherein the rod is in a shape such that it allows swaying of the rod with minimal friction at the pivot.4. An improved metered dose inhaler as claimed in wherein the striker freely slides on the pendulum rod along its axis vertically.5. An improved metered dose inhaler as claimed in wherein slider grips the rod such that an external force is required to move it along the pendulum rod axis.6. An improved metered dose inhaler as claimed in wherein the slider is at a distance away from the end of the pendulum rod such that one of its side edge is touching the profile spring preventing the swaying of the pendulum rod towards the spring. The present invention relates to metered dose inhaler devices for the administration of medicament to patients for inhalation therapy. Particularly, it discloses a metered dose inhaler device for improving medicament compliance by patients.Inhalation has long been known as a method of administering medicines for distribution and absorption into the airways, lungs, and nasal passages. Inhalation devices are the predominant medicament delivery system for treating ...

VAPORIZER WITH COMBINED AIR AND RADIATION HEATING

A hot air extraction vaporizer that is provided with a heat exchanger, a filling chamber for accommodating a substance generating an aerosol when subjected to heat, and a vaporizer outlet for inhaling the aerosol/air mixture. The heat exchanger is in a thermally conductive connection with the filling chamber that when heated up subjects the substance to radiant heat. The heat exchanger is provided with at least one airflow channel generating a hot airflow. The filling chamber comprises at least one of airflow passages and a mesh allowing the hot airflow to pass through the filling chamber and the substance provided therein. 1. A hot air extraction vaporizer , comprising:a heat exchanger;a filling chamber for accommodating a substance generating an aerosol when subjected to heat; anda vaporizer outlet for inhaling the aerosol/air mixture; whereinthe heat exchanger is in an thermally conductive connection with the filling chamber that when heated up subjects the substance to radiant heat;the heat exchanger comprises at least one airflow channel generating a hot airflow; andthe filling chamber comprises at least one of airflow passages and a mesh allowing the hot airflow to pass through the filling chamber and the substance provided therein.2. The hot air extraction vaporizer according to claim 1 , wherein the filling chamber further comprises an inner chamber housing that is integrally formed with the heat exchanger.3. The hot air extraction vaporizer according to claim 1 , wherein the filling chamber further comprises an inner chamber housing and the filling chamber and with it the inner chamber housing are removable from the heat exchanger and the inner chamber housing is connected in an attached position to the heat exchanger in a heat conductive fashion.4. The hot air extraction vaporizer according to claim 3 , wherein the inner chamber housing of the filling chamber abuts in its attached position with its front face against the heat exchanger.5. The hot air ...

HUMIDIFIED PARTICLES COMPRISING A THERAPEUTICALLY ACTIVE SUBSTANCE

The invention relates to aerosolized and humidified particles comprising a therapeutically active substance which can be obtained by suspending dry inhalable particles in a carrier gas, adding water vapor and causing condensation of water on the particles. The invention further relates to methods to generate these particles, and apparatus useful to carry out such methods. 1. Particles , comprising at least one therapeutically active substance and being obtainable by the following steps:a. providing essentially dry inhalable particles comprising the at least one therapeutically active substance,b. suspending the particles of step (a) in a carrier gas to obtain a first aerosol,c. adding water vapor to the first aerosol to obtain a second aerosol having a higher water content than the first aerosol, andd. adjusting the temperature and/or the pressure of the second aerosol as to exceed the second aerosol's dew point and to cause condensation of water on the particles.3. Particles according to claim 2 , wherein the source of water vapor in step (i) is a semi-permeable barrier claim 2 , and the adding water vapor to the first aerosol is accomplished by flowing the first aerosol through the humidification chamber of a humidifier claim 2 , the humidifier being characterized by said semi-permeable barrier which separates the first aerosol in the humidification chamber from water at a temperature of 37-100° C. in a second chamber claim 2 , and which semi-permeable barrier allows the passage of water vapor and optionally the passage of heat claim 2 , but blocks the passage of liquid water claim 2 , from the second chamber to the humidification chamber.4. Particles according to claim 1 , wherein in step (d) the second aerosol's dew point is exceeded by lowering the second aerosol's temperature from a first temperature to a second temperature.5. Particles according to claim 4 , wherein the second aerosol's first temperature is between 20° C. and 100° C.6. Particles according to ...

Liquid Droplet Spray Device

A liquid droplet spray device for ejecting a liquid as a spray of droplets has a cartridge () with a nozzle arrangement () to eject droplets, which is vibrated by a piezo element () through the agency of an actuating element (). A resonance chamber is disposed between an inner wall () of the cartridge and the actuating element () such that the cartridge inner wall () is separated by a gap having a length B from the actuating element (), the cartridge inner wall () being cap-shaped and extending along the side surfaces of the actuating element () and being frictionally attached to the side surfaces along a distance A. The resonance chamber () improves the efficiency of transmission of vibrations to the cartridge. 1. A liquid droplet spray device for ejecting a liquid as a spray of droplets , the device comprising:a first part having a nozzle body for containing said liquid, and having liquid outlet means for ejecting liquid from said device, said nozzle body being arranged proximate to said liquid outlet means such that said liquid may exit the device by traversing said liquid outlet means,a second part arranged to receive and hold said first part,a vibrating element arranged to actuate liquid substance in said nozzle body such that the liquid undergoes a vibration and forces the liquid through the outlet means thereby exiting said device as a liquid droplet spray,said spray device further comprising an actuating element arranged between said vibrating element and said first substrate nozzle body, anda cartridge body provided with a cartridge inner wall arranged between said actuating element and said nozzle body for sealing liquid in said first part,said actuating element and said cartridge inner wall being arranged to transmit ultrasound energy generated by vibration of said vibrating element to liquid in said nozzle body, anda resonance chamber positioned between said cartridge inner wall and said actuating element such that said cartridge inner wall is separated ...

POWDER DISPERSION DEVICES AND METHODS

A dry powder inhaler may include a powder storage, an inlet channel, a dispersion chamber, and an outlet channel. A geometry of the inhaler may be such that a flow profile is generated within the dispersion chamber that causes an actuator to oscillate, enabling the actuator when oscillating to deaggregate powdered medicament within the dispersion chamber to be aerosolized and entrained by the air and delivered to a patient through the outlet channel. 1. A dry powder inhaler , comprising:a first chamber that is adapted to receive an aerosolized powdered medicament from an inlet channel, wherein volume of the first chamber is greater than volume of the inlet channel;a dispersion chamber that is adapted to receive at least a portion of the aerosolized powdered medicament from the first chamber, the dispersion chamber holding an actuator that is movable within the dispersion chamber along a longitudinal axis; andan outlet channel through which air and powdered medicament exit the inhaler to be delivered to a patient;wherein the geometry of the inhaler is such that a flow profile is generated within the dispersion chamber that causes the actuator to oscillate along the longitudinal axis, thus enabling the oscillating actuator to effectively disperse powdered medicament received in the dispersion chamber for delivery to the patient through the outlet channel.2. The dry powder inhaler of claim 1 , wherein a cross-sectional area of a flow path through the inhaler undergoes a step increase at the entrance to the dispersion chamber.3. The dry powder inhaler of claim 1 , wherein a ratio of the diameter of the dispersion chamber to that of the inlet channel is within a range of about greater than 1.0 to about 3.0.4. The dry powder inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the inlet channel comprises a tube.5. The dry powder inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the inlet channel comprises a tube with a cross-section that varies along the length of the tube.6. The dry powder inhaler of claim 1 , ...

Methods, Devices And Formulations For Targeted Endobronchial Therapy

The present invention provides an improved means of treating tracheobronchitis, bronchiectasis and pneumonia in the nosocomial patient, preferably with aerosolized anti gram-positive and anti-gram negative antibiotics administered in combination or in seriatim in reliably sufficient amounts for therapeutic effect. In one aspect, the invention assures this result when aerosol is delivered into the ventilator circuit. In one embodiment the result is achieved mechanically. In another embodiment, the result is achieved by aerosol formulation. In another aspect, the invention assures the result when aerosol is delivered directly to the airways distal of the ventilator circuit. The treatment means eliminates the dosage variability that ventilator systems engender when aerosols are introduced via the ventilator circuit. The treatment means also concentrates the therapeutic agent specifically at affected sites in the lung such that therapeutic levels of administrated drug are achieved without significant systemic exposure of the patient to the drug. The invention further provides a dose control device to govern this specialized regimen. 1. A method of treating an antibiotic-resistant infection , comprising: a) identifying an intubated subject with an antibiotic-resistant infection; and b) administering an aerosolized antibiotic to said subject under conditions such that said antibiotic-resistant infection is eliminated.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said conditions comprise delivering said aerosolized antibiotic with a device claim 1 , said device comprising a vibrational element and a dome-shaped aperture plate.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said conditions comprise delivering the aerosolized antibiotic so that said aerosol first contacts said subject at said subject's trachea.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein aerosolized antibiotic is delivered to the trachea and deep lung.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a reduction of antibiotic-resistant organisms are ...

Indicating device

A dispenser for dispensing metered dosages of a substance from a container includes a dispenser housing having a top, a bottom, and a wall defining an elongated cavity open at the top and extending along a longitudinal axis. An indicating device includes a face member defining a viewing window. The face member is snap-fitted to the dispenser housing wall. The indicating device further includes an indicator member having a surface visible through the viewing window. The surface includes dosage indicia. The indicator member is rotatable about an axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. An indicator actuator has at least a portion disposed in the cavity. The actuator is adapted to be moved by an actuation of the container, with the actuator adapted to rotate the indicator member upon a predetermined number of actuations of the container.

TECHNIQUES FOR EVALUATING URINARY STRESS INCONTINENCE AND USE OF INVOLUNTARY REFLEX COUGH AS A MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC TOOL

A system permits diagnosis of a patient for a physiological abnormality while protecting their airway. An esophageal airway protection device comprises an elongate device body having a distal end for insertion into the stomach through the esophagus and a proximal end. The device includes a main lumen extending the length of the device and an inflatable esophageal cuff carried by the device body mid-esophagus. Emesis and/or reflux is blocked from passing out of the stomach past the esophageal cuff positioned mid-esophagus when it is inflated to protect a patient's airway during an involuntary cough event. At least one electromyogram (EMG) pad is configured to obtain an EMG from an involuntary cough activated paraspinal muscles. A processing device is configured to receive the EMG and process the EMG to determine a physiological abnormality. 118-. (canceled)19. A system of diagnosing a patient for a physiological abnormality comprising:an esophageal airway protection device that comprises an elongate device body having a distal end for insertion into the stomach through the esophagus and a proximal end, and an expandable esophageal blocking device carried by the device body, wherein upon expansion of said esophageal blocking device, emesis and/or reflux is blocked from passing out of the stomach past the esophageal blocking device;a nebulizer through which medication is delivered for administering an involuntary cough event;at least one electromyogram (EMG) pad configured to obtain an EMG from involuntary cough activated paraspinal muscles; anda processing device configured to receive the EMG and process the EMG to determine a physiological abnormality.20. The system according to claim 19 , and further comprising at least one pressure sensor carried by the device body and configured to measure intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) claim 19 , wherein said processing device receives the IAP and correlates the IAP and EMG.21. The system according to claim 20 , wherein the said ...

DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE WITH ELECTRONICS AND POWER MANAGEMENT

A system may limit the number of times an inhalation device transmits inhalation data to a single time to reduce the battery usage of the inhalation device. The system may include an inhalation device that has medicament and an electronics module. The system may limit the number of times the inhalation device transmits new inhalation data to any mobile device to a single time by causing the server to receive the new inhalation data from one of the mobile devices and causing the server to transmit the new inhalation data to other of the mobile devices prior to the other mobile devices transmitting a request for the new inhalation data to the inhalation device. The inhalation device may include a Quick Response (QR) code, and a mobile application may determine at least one of a medication type or a number of doses of the inhalation device from the QR code. 1. A system comprising:a cloud-based server comprising a processor, memory, and a communication circuit;an inhaler comprising a mouthpiece, medicament, and an electronics module, the electronics module comprising a processor, memory, and a communication circuit; send a request for inhalation data to the inhaler;', 'receive the inhalation data from the inhaler, the inhalation data associated with a timestamp; and', 'transmit the inhalation data and timestamp to the cloud-based server; and, 'a first mobile application residing on a first mobile device, the first mobile device comprising a processor, a communication circuit, and memory, and the first mobile application configured to cause the processor of the first mobile device to transmit a request to the cloud-based server that includes an indication of a last synchronization time between the second mobile application and the inhaler; and', 'receive the inhalation data of the inhaler from the cloud-based server in response to the request, wherein the timestamp associated with the inhalation data is subsequent to the last synchronization time between the second ...

DOSE COUNTER FOR INHALER HAVING A BORE AND SHAFT ARRANGEMENT

A dose counter for an inhaler, the dose counter having a display tape arranged to be incrementally driven from a tape stock bobbin onto an incremental tape take-up drive shaft, the bobbin having an internal bore supported by and for rotation about a support shaft, at least one of the bore and support shaft having a protrusion which is resiliently biased into frictional engagement with the other of the bore and support shaft with longitudinally extending mutual frictional interaction. 1. A dose counter for an inhaler , the dose counter having a display tape arranged to be incrementally driven from a tape stock bobbin onto an incremental tape take-up drive shaft , the bobbin having an internal bore supported by and for rotation about a support shaft , at least one of the bore and support shaft having a protrusion which is resiliently biased into frictional engagement with the other of the bore and support shaft with longitudinally extending mutual frictional interaction.2. A dose counter as claimed in in which the support shaft is forked and resilient for resiliently biasing the support shaft and bore into frictional engagement.3. A dose counter as claimed in in which the support shaft has two forks claim 2 , each having a radially extending protrusion having a friction edge extending therealong parallel to a longitudinal axis of the support shaft for frictionally engaging the bore of the support shaft with longitudinally extending frictional interaction.4. A dose counter as claimed in in which the bore is a smooth substantially circularly cylindrical bore.5. An inhaler as claimed in which has a medicament canister mounted thereto.6. An inhaler as claimed in in which the canister comprises a pressurised metered dose canister having a reciprocally movable stem extending therefrom and movable into a main canister body thereof for releasing a metered dose of medicament under pressure.7. An inhaler as claimed in in which the canister is operable by pressing by hand on the ...

DOSE COUNTER FOR INHALER HAVING AN ANTI-REVERSE ROTATION ACTUATOR

An inhaler includes a main body having a canister housing, a medicament canister retained in a central outlet port of the canister housing, and a dose counter having an actuation member for operation by movement of the medicament canister. The canister housing has an inner wall, and a first inner wall canister support formation extending inwardly from a main surface of the inner wall. The canister housing has a longitudinal axis X which passes through the center of the central outlet port. The first inner wall canister support formation, the actuation member, and the central outlet port lie in a common plane coincident with the longitudinal axis X such that the first inner wall canister support formation protects against unwanted actuation of the dose counter by reducing rocking of the medicament canister relative to the main body of the inhaler. 1. An inhaler for metered dose inhalation , the inhaler comprising:a main body having a canister housing,a medicament canister, which is moveable relative to the canister housing and retained in a central outlet port of the canister housing arranged to mate with a canister fire stem of the medicament canister, anda dose counter having an actuation member having at least a portion thereof located in the canister housing for operation by movement of the medicament canister,wherein the canister housing has an inner wall, and a first inner wall canister support formation extending inwardly from a main surface of the inner wall,wherein the canister housing has a longitudinal axis X which passes through the center of the central outlet port, andwherein the first inner wall canister support formation, the actuation member, and the central outlet port lie in a common plane coincident with the longitudinal axis X such that the first inner wall canister support formation protects against unwanted actuation of the dose counter by reducing rocking of the medicament canister relative to the main body of the inhaler.2. The inhaler as ...

SMART SPACER FOR AN INHALER

A spacer is provided comprising a chamber having an interior surface and an exterior surface. The interior surface is configured to receive aerosolized medicament from an inhaler and has at least one sensor for measuring airflow in the chamber. The spacer includes an actuator disposed on the exterior surface configured to initiate measurement of airflow in the chamber. Methods of making and using a spacer are also provided. 1. A spacer comprising a chamber having an interior surface and an exterior surface , the interior surface of the chamber configured to receive aerosolized medicament from an inhaler and having at least one sensor for measuring airflow in the chamber; and an actuator disposed on the exterior surface of the chamber configured to initiate measurement of airflow in the chamber.2. The spacer of claim 1 , wherein the interior surface of the chamber is configured to hold aerosolized medicament from the inhaler in the chamber.3. The spacer of claim 1 , wherein the interior surface of the chamber is configured to receive inhaled air and exhaled air from a patient.4. The spacer of claim 1 , wherein the inhaler is a metered dose inhaler (MDI) or a soft mist inhaler (SMI).5. A spacer comprising a chamber having an interior surface and an exterior surface claim 1 , the interior surface of the chamber configured to receive inhalation air and exhalation air from a patient claim 1 , the interior surface having at least one sensor for measuring airflow in the chamber; and an actuator disposed on the exterior surface of the chamber configured to initiate measurement of airflow in the chamber.6. The spacer of claim 5 , wherein the chamber comprises a proximal end opening and a distal end opening claim 5 , and the at least one sensor is disposed adjacent to the proximal end opening.7. The spacer of claim 6 , wherein the proximal end opening comprises a mouthpiece or a mask and the mouthpiece or the mask is configured for engagement with a mouth of the patient claim ...

FLOW GOVERNORS FOR USE IN MEDICINAL INHALERS

A flow governor for use in a medicinal inhaler. The flow governor can include (i) a tubular element that defines at least a portion of an air flow path, the tubular element comprising at least one flexible wall configured to flex inwardly in response to an air flow in the air flow path; and (ii) an internal support structure, located within the tubular element and configured to preserve at least a predetermined cross-sectional area of the air flow path within the tubular element when the at least one flexible wall of the tubular element flexes inwardly. 1. A flow governor for use in a medicinal inhaler , the flow governor comprising:a tubular element that defines at least a portion of an air flow path, the tubular element comprising at least one flexible wall configured to flex inwardly in response to an air flow in the air flow path; andan internal support structure, located within the tubular element and configured to preserve at least a predetermined cross-sectional area of the air flow path within the tubular element when the at least one flexible wall of the tubular element flexes inwardly.2. The flow governor of claim 1 , wherein the tubular element is substantially bistable between an uncollapsed state and a collapsed state.3. The flow governor of claim 1 , wherein the internal support structure is rigid relative to the tubular element claim 1 , and the tubular element is flexible relative to the internal support structure.4. The flow governor of claim 1 , wherein the internal support structure has a base having an outer wall claim 1 , and wherein an end of the tubular element is stretched over the outer wall of the base of the internal support structure.5. The flow governor of claim 1 , wherein the internal support structure includes at least one hollow pillar claim 1 , and wherein the air flow path through the flow governor includes a space between an outer wall of the internal support structure and the tubular element claim 1 , and a space within the at ...

WEARABLE AEROSOL INHALER DEVICE AND METHOD

A wearable inhaler includes a wristband closed by at least one separation joint. The wristband is flexible or hinged to open between a first end and a second end at the at least one separation joint. An operable inhaler is disposed within the first end. In an open configuration, a partially exposed section and a mouth piece are exposed to provide a metered dose of aerosol to a user. A method of use of a wristband inhaler is also described. 1. A wearable inhaler comprising:a wristband closed by at least one separation joint, said wristband flexible or hinged to open between a first end and a second end at said at least one separation joint; andan operable inhaler disposed within said first end, wherein in an open configuration, a partially exposed section and a mouth piece are exposed to provide a metered dose of aerosol to a user.2. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein a longitudinal axis of said operable inhaler is aligned about axially or co-axially within said wristband.3. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said mouth piece comprises at least one bite pad.4. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said second end provides a protective cover for said operable inhaler disposed within said first end.5. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a single dose inhaler.6. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a multiple dose inhaler.7. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a re-fillable inhaler.8. The wearable inhaler of claim 7 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a trap refill door.9. The wearable inhaler of claim 7 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a filling valve.10. The wearable inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises an actuator slidably coupled to a housing shell.11. The wearable inhaler of claim 10 , wherein said operable inhaler comprises a backboard about flush against a back of an outer casing.12. The wearable ...

AEROSOL GENERATION WITH REDUCED SOUND GENERATION

The present invention relates to generating aerosols. In order to provide an improved aerosol generation with enhanced user friendliness, an aerosol generator () is provided that comprises an aperture structure () comprising a plurality of apertures, a transducer (), a reservoir space () for receiving a liquid, from which liquid droplets are to be generated in order to produce an aerosol, and a control unit (). The reservoir space is arranged adjacent to the aperture structure. The transducer is configured to generate a vibrational movement to be transferred as a relative movement between the liquid and the aperture structure. The control unit is configured to activate the transducer to vibrate for a first period having a first time to generate a relative movement between a liquid and the aperture structure, the movement being in a transverse direction to the aperture structure to urge liquid through the plurality of apertures to produce a plurality of droplets; and to pause the transducer for a second period having a second time; and to continuously repeat the activation and pause in an alternating manner. The control unit is further configured to randomly vary at least the second time for a following repeat loop at least after a determined maximum number of repetitions. 1. An aerosol generator comprising:an aperture structure comprising a plurality of apertures;a transducer;a reservoir space for receiving a liquid, from which liquid droplets are to be generated in order to produce an aerosol; anda control unit;wherein the reservoir space is arranged adjacent to the aperture structure; and wherein the transducer is configured to generate a vibrational movement to be transferred as a relative movement between the liquid and the aperture structure; wherein the control unit is configured to:activate the transducer to vibrate for a first period having a first time to generate a relative movement between a liquid and the aperture structure, the movement being in a ...

Medicinal inhalers

A medicinal inhaler. The inhaler can include a housing, and an air flow path defined by at least partially the housing and including an air inlet and an air outlet. The inhaler can further include a flow governor and a breath-actuated dose release firing system. The flow governor can be positioned in the air flow path between the air inlet and the air outlet to govern air flow in the air flow path to a governing volumetric flow rate. The breath-actuated dose release firing system can be located in the housing and can be configured to release a dose of medicament at a firing volumetric flow rate less than the governing volumetric flow rate.

DISPENSER HAVING A SYSTEM FOR DETECTING DISCHARGE PROCESSES

Dispenser for the discharge of pharmaceutical media having a liquid storage, a base body, an actuating handle that is manually displaced with respect to the base body for causing a discharge process of media from the liquid storage into an environment, and an electronic detection system for detecting discharge processes. A sensor is provided, which, subject to the displacement of a reference component mechanically coupled to the actuating handle such that during a discharge process the reference component is displaced with respect to the base body, generates an output signal. The sensor is configured for generating output signals of two distinguishable types as a function of the extent of the displacement, and is provided with an electronic calibration memory in which calibration data regarding discharge behavior of the dispenser are stored. 1. A dispenser for discharging pharmaceutical media , witha liquid reservoir,a base body,an actuating handle which is manually displaceable with respect to the base body in order to cause a process involving discharge of medium from the liquid reservoir into an environment, andan electronic detection system for detecting discharge processes,whereinthe detection system has:a sensor which generates an output signal depending on the displacement of a reference component that is mechanically coupled to the actuating handle such that it is displaced with respect to the base body during a discharge process, wherein the sensor is configured to generate output signals of at least two distinguishable types as a function of the extent of the displacement, andan electronic calibration memory, in which calibration data concerning the discharge behavior of the dispenser are stored.2. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe detection system has an evaluation device for processing the outlet signals, which evaluation device evaluates the discharge process by taking account of the type of the output signals.3. The dispenser as claimed ...

RELEASABLE MONITOR WITH OPTICAL DOSE COUNTER FOR A MEDICAMENT INHALER

Some embodiments are directed to a device for monitoring patient usage of a medicament inhaler. The medicament inhaler can be configured to deliver doses of medicament, and can include parts which move during the dispensing of a dose of medicament. The device includes a housing, for releasable attachable to the medicament inhaler, and an optical dose counter associated with the housing. The optical dose counter can be configured to determine when a dose of medicament has been dispensed by transmitting optical signals through the medicament inhaler. The device is attachable to the medicament inhaler, and is subsequently operable, without any modifications being required to be marks to the medicament inhaler. The device can also include an electronic control module which is in communication with the optical dose counter, the electronic control module being adapted to monitor and/or store data relating to patient usage of the medicament inhaler. 1. A device for monitoring patient usage of a medicament inhaler , said medicament inhaler being adapted to deliver doses of medicament , and wherein said medicament inhaler includes parts which move during the dispensing of a dose of medicament , wherein said device includes:a) a housing, said housing being releasably attachable to said medicament inhaler,b) an optical dose counter associated with said housing, said optical dose counter being adapted to determine when a dose of medicament has been dispensed by transmitting optical signals through the medicament inhaler,c) an electronic control module associated with said housing, said electronic control module including, or being in communication with, said optical dose counter, 'the arrangement and construction being such that said device is attachable to said medicament inhaler, and subsequently operable, without any modifications being required to be made to said medicament inhaler.', 'd) said electronic control module being adapted to monitor and/or store data relating to ...

DOSE COUNTERS FOR INHALERS, INHALERS AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLY THEREOF

A tape system for a dose counter for an inhaler, the tape system having a main elongate tape structure, dosing indicia located on the main elongate tape structure, tape positioning indicia located on the main elongate tape structure, a tape size marker located on the main elongate tape structure indicating a number of dosing indicia on the tape, and priming indicia located on the main elongate tape structure, the priming indicia being located between the dosing indicia and one end of the tape. 1. A tape system for a dose counter for an inhaler , the tape system having a main elongate tape structure , dosing indicia located on the main elongate tape structure , tape positioning indicia located on the main elongate tape structure , a tape size marker located on the main elongate tape structure indicating a number of dosing indicia on the tape , and priming indicia located on the main elongate tape structure , the priming indicia being located between the dosing indicia and one end of the tape.2. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the dosing indicia comprise numbers printed on the tape.3. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the priming indicia is a priming dot located on the tape structure that is to be aligned with a window on the inhaler that is visible to a user of the inhaler.4. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the tape positioning indicia comprise a series of lines that are each formed across the tape.5. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the tape size marker is positioned between said one end of the tape and the tape positioning indicia.6. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the tape positioning indicia are positioned between said one end of the tape and the dosing indicia.7. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein said one end of the tape is fixed to a tape reel shaft.8. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the priming indicia is positioned between the dosing indicia and the tape positioning indicia.9. The tape system of claim 1 , wherein the tape size ...

Dose counter with lockout mechanism

A medicament dispenser, in particular a metered dose inhaler, which is able to count the number of time the dispenser is activated and then disable the device, which then prevents any additional medicament from being dispensed. Additional embodiments include a medicament dispenser which are adapted to display either the number of activations that have occurred or the number of activations remaining.

METERED DOSE INHALER ADD-ON DEVICE, OBSERVANCE IMPROVEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING OBSERVANCE OF USE IN METERED DOSE INHALERS

The present invention relates to an add-on device for a metered dose inhaler, an observance improvement system, and a method for improving observance of use in metered dose inhalers, the add-on device comprising an observance system housing component comprising an observance system with at least one pressure sensor; a mouthpiece component configured to fit, surround and removably engage with an exterior surface of a mouthpiece outlet provided on the metered dose inhaler; wherein said observance system housing is configured to fit and removably engage with said mouthpiece component; and said mouthpiece component is specifically adapted to conform to the exterior surface of the mouthpiece outlet of the metered dose inhaler without obstructing delivery of a dose of drug through said outlet. 1) Metered dose inhaler observance add-on device adapted to be removably mountable onto an exterior surface of a metered dose inhaler , said add-on device comprising:an observance system housing component comprising an observance system with at least one pressure sensor;a mouthpiece component configured to fit, surround and removably engage with an exterior surface of a mouthpiece outlet provided on the metered dose inhaler; whereinsaid observance system housing is configured to fit and removably engage with said mouthpiece component; andsaid mouthpiece component is specifically adapted to conform to the exterior surface of the mouthpiece outlet of the metered dose inhaler without obstructing delivery of a dose of drug through said outlet.2) Metered dose inhaler add-on device according to claim 1 , wherein said mouthpiece component and said observance system housing component form an air flow passage when assembled together claim 1 , and the at least one pressure sensor of the housing component is located at a position along said air passage.3) Metered dose inhaler add-on device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor is configured to detect at least one or ...

TALLY STAMP DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS

Some embodiments of a tally stamp device described herein provide a stamp and a counter system. The tally stamp may include an elongate body housing the stamp and counter system. 1. A tally stamp , comprising:an elongate body having a top and bottom, and front, rear, left and right sides extending between the top and bottom, the elongate body defining a longitudinal axis extending between the top and bottom;an ink stamp positioned proximate the bottom of the elongate housing movable in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis between a marking position in which the ink stamp is exposed and a storage position in which the ink stamp is retracted; anda counter system comprising a first actuator and a display, the display positioned on the top of the elongate housing and having a top perimeter and a bottom perimeter, the counter system incrementing a stored count by one when the pivoting ink stamp is moved to the marking position;wherein the display is positioned on the top of the elongate body between the front side and rear side and the actuator is positioned on the top of the elongate body between the display and the rear side.2. The tally stamp of claim 1 , wherein the elongate body has a length (l) between the top and bottom sides and a width (w) between the left and right sides length (l)>width (w).3. The tally stamp of claim 2 , wherein length (l)>2*width (w).4. The tally stamp of claim 2 , wherein the elongate body comprises a perimeter (p) measured around the front claim 2 , rear claim 2 , left and right sides in a direction perpendicular to longitudinal axis (A) claim 2 , and perimeter (p) is between 0.75*(l) and 1.5*(l).5. The tally stamp of claim 1 , wherein the front face comprises a plurality of ridges.6. The tally stamp of claim 1 , wherein the first actuator is actuatable in a direction parallel to longitudinal axis A.7. The tally stamp of claim 1 , wherein the first actuator is actuatable in a direction angled relative to longitudinal axis A.8. The ...

PHARMACEUTICAL DISPENSER WITH A DETECTION DEVICE

A pharmaceutical dispenser with a housing, a medium reservoir, a discharge opening, connection channel connecting the medium reservoir to the discharge opening, and a detection device arranged in the area of the connection channel and designed to detect medium flowing therein. The connection channel is connected to and communicates with a pressure chamber, the detection device includes a membrane which delimits the pressure chamber, and includes an electrically conductive connection portion and is subjected to pressure. The detection device has an electrical mating contact surface in relation to which a membrane-side connection portion is movable when subjected to pressure, such that an electrical contact between the conductive connection portion and the mating contact surface is established or cancelled. 2. The pharmaceutical dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , further includingan electronic evaluating device in the form of an electronic counter, which is provided with two signal lines, the connection of which or the disconnection of which from the evaluating device performs an evaluating or counting process.3. The pharmaceutical dispenser as claimed in claim 2 ,wherein are connected to the two signal lines of the electronic evaluating device,', 'are arranged to be fixed in relation to one another and', 'are capable of being connected to one another or disconnected from one another by the deflection of the membrane-side electrically conductive connecting portion., 'the detection device exhibits two electrical mating contact surfaces which'}4. The pharmaceutical dispenser as claimed in claim 2 , 'the electrical mating contact surface is connected to one of the signal lines and the membrane-side connecting portion is permanently connected to the other signal line.', 'wherein'}5. The pharmaceutical dispenser as claimed in claim 1 , [ a plastic layer and', 'an electrically conductive connecting layer which forms the conductive connecting portion, or, 'the membrane is ...

PORTABLE DEVICE FOR INHALATION OF AT LEAST ONE ACTIVE COMPOSITION

The portable device () for inhalation of at least one active composition comprises: 129-. (canceled)30. Portable device for inhalation of at least one active composition , comprising:at least one reservoir for storing an active composition;at least one intermediate chamber connected to at least one reservoir;an inhalation line connected to the intermediate chamber;a means for aerosolizing the active composition coming from a reservoir; anda regulator) for regulating the quantity of aerosolized active composition according to a command representing a quantity of active composition to be aerosolized received by the regulator.31. Device according to claim 30 , wherein at least one aerosolization means is a nebulizer for liquid active composition stored in a reservoir.32. Device according to claim 31 , wherein a nebulizer comprises a screen having openings claim 31 , and a means for making the screen oscillate claim 31 , the regulator comprising a means for closing at least one portion of the openings according to the quantity of active composition to be aerosolized.33. Device according to claim 31 , wherein the nebulizer comprises a means for making a surface oscillate claim 31 , the regulator being configured to make the surface oscillate at a frequency determined as a function of the quantity of active composition to be aerosolized and/or of characteristics of the active composition to be nebulized.34. Device according to claim 33 , wherein the surface is a screen having openings claim 33 , the regulator being configured to make the screen oscillate at a frequency determined as a function of the quantity and/or characteristics of the active composition to be nebulized or wherein the surface is located in the bottom portion of the reservoir so as to transmit vibrations to the active composition claim 33 , the regulator being configured to command the oscillation at a frequency determined as a function of the quantity and/or characteristics of the active composition to ...

FLUID PRODUCT DISPENSER

A fluid dispenser comprising a body (), a fluid reservoir (), a dispenser member, such as a pump or a valve, mounted on said reservoir (), and a dose indicator device for indicating the number of doses of fluid that have been dispensed or that remain to be dispensed from said reservoir, the dispenser being characterized in that said dose indicator device includes a first safety system for actuating the dose indicator device once the dispenser has performed a predetermined incomplete actuation stroke, even if the dispenser does not perform the complete actuation stroke. 1. A fluid dispenser comprising:a plurality of displayable dose values;a stationary body comprising at least one stationary multi-toothed gear;a first member that is displaceable axially relative to said stationary body;a second member that is displaceable axially and in rotation relative to said stationary body, said second member being engageable with said first member and said stationary body; andwhen said first member displaces axially, said second member is caused to be displaced axially and permitted to rotate relative to said stationary body, so as to change a displayed dose value from among the plurality of displayable dose values.2. The fluid dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary body claim 1 , the first member claim 1 , and the second member are arranged to have a common central longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the first member is displaceable axially along the central longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the second member is displaceable axially along the central longitudinal axis and is displaceable rotationally around the central longitudinal axis.3. The fluid dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the second member comprises at least one multi-toothed gear. This is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/556,432, filed Nov. 9, 2005, which is the National Stage of International Application No. PCT/FR2004/001189 filed May 14, 2004, claiming priority ...

INHALATION DEVICES AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS INCLUDING THE SAME

A collapsible inhalation device for use with a metered dose inhaler (MDI) dispenser includes an outlet end member, an inlet end member and a tubular, pliable, collapsible sleeve member attached at either end to the inlet and outlet members. The outlet end member includes a mouthpiece. The inlet end member includes an inlet port and an MDI dispenser mount structure configured to receive and engage the MDI dispenser. The inhalation device is positionable in each of an open position, wherein the sleeve member defines a chamber, and a closed position, wherein the sleeve member is collapsed and enveloped by the outlet end member and the inlet end member. 230.-. (canceled)230.-. (canceled)31. A collapsible inhalation device for use with a metered dose inhaler (MDI) dispenser , the MDI dispenser operable to dispense a dose of a medication therefrom , the inhalation device comprising:an outlet end member including a mouthpiece;an inlet end member including an inlet port and an MDI dispenser mount structure configured to receive and engage the MDI dispenser; anda tubular, pliable, collapsible sleeve member having first and second opposed ends attached to the inlet end member and the outlet end member, respectively;wherein the inhalation device is positionable in each of an open position, wherein the outlet end member and the inlet end member are spaced apart and the sleeve member is extended such that the outlet end member, the inlet end member and the sleeve member define a chamber, and a closed position, wherein the sleeve member is collapsed and the outlet end member and the inlet end member are proximate one another and envelope the sleeve member;wherein, when the inhalation device is in the open position with the MDI dispenser mounted in the MDI dispenser mount structure, a dose of the medication can be dispensed from the MDI dispenser into the chamber through the inlet port to mix with air in the chamber and thereby form a mixture of the air and the dose of the ...

SYSTEM, METHOD, USE AND INFORMATION STORAGE MEDIUM FOR PRACTICING OF AN INHALATION PROCESS

An inhalation training system and a method for practicing of an inhalation process and a method of operating a portable communications device in this respect and to an information storage medium are improved. An air flow during inhalation is converted into an acoustic signal, especially a whistling tone. The acoustic signal is picked up by a microphone of a portable communications device, such as a smartphone, and is electronically evaluated. The inhalation training system has a mouthpiece and a converter apparatus for converting the air flow into the acoustic signal and in addition has a holding apparatus for especially detachable holding of the communications device. 115-. (canceled)16. An inhalation training system for practicing of an inhalation process of a patient , comprising:a mouthpiece for enabling an air flow to be produced upon inhalation by a patient,a converter apparatus that is adapted to produce a signal from the air flow, anda holding apparatus which is adapted for holding an electronic device in a position for measuring the signal produced by the converter apparatus.17. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the electronic device is a portable communications device.18. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the electronic device is a one of a mobile phone claim 17 , a smartphone and tablet computer.19. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the electronic device is adapted for determining an effective inhalation time.20. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the holding apparatus is adapted to at least partially encompass the electronic device on opposite sides thereof.21. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the mouthpiece claim 16 , the converter apparatus and the holding apparatus form a unit.22. The inhalation training system as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the converter apparatus is a whistle.23. The inhalation ...

AUTO-RESET DOSE RELEASE FIRING SYSTEMS, MEDICINAL INHALERS COMPRISING SAME, AND METHODS OF USING SAME

An auto-reset dose release firing system () and a method of using same. The system can include an a stored energy device (); a first plunger () movable between first, second, and third positions, the first plunger configured to be operatively coupled to a medicament canister (); and a second plunger () movable between first and second positions; the first and second plunger being movable with respect to one another and shaped to define an evacuable chamber () therebetween. The first plunger and the second plunger can move together from their respective first positions to their respective second positions, due to a reduced pressure in the chamber, to cause a dose release valve () to fire. After firing, air can be allowed to move into the chamber to allow the first plunger to move with respect to the second plunger to its third position to allow the dose release valve to reset. 1. An auto-reset dose release firing system for use in a medicinal inhaler , the system comprisingan axis that defines an axial direction that extends along or substantially parallel to the axis;a stored energy device, wherein the firing system is in a primed state when stored energy of the stored energy device is not released, and wherein the firing system is in a fired state when the stored energy is released;a first plunger movable in the axial direction between a first position, a second position, and a third position, wherein the first plunger is configured to be operatively coupled to a medicament canister of the medicinal inhaler to actuate a dose release valve of the medicament canister when the first plunger is in the second position; anda second plunger movable in the axial direction between a first position and a second position, wherein the second plunger is not configured to be coupled to the medicament canister, wherein the second plunger is positioned to be driven by the stored energy device of the firing system from its first position to its second position when the stored ...

OPTICAL DRY POWDER INHALER DOSE SENSOR

A dry powder inhaler including a first chamber having an orifice for holding a dry powder and a gas, and a second chamber connected to the first chamber by at least one passageway for receiving an aerosolized form of the dry powder from the first chamber and delivering the aerosolized dry powder to a user. At least one optical sensor monitors aerosolized powder particles passing in the second chamber. A vibrator coupled to the first chamber aerosolizes the dry powder and causes the aerosolized powder to move through the at least one passageway thereby delivering the powder from the first chamber to the second chamber as an aerosolized dry powder. A vibrator control unit controls operation of the vibrator based on the amount of aerosolized powder particles passing in the second chamber and delivered to a user. 1. A dry powder inhaler comprising:a first chamber configured to hold a dry powder and a gas;a second chamber connected to the first chamber by at least one passageway configured to receive an aerosolized form of the dry powder from the first chamber and configured to deliver the aerosolized dry powder to a user;at least one optical sensor configured to monitor particles of dry powder passing the optical sensor in the second chamber;a vibrator coupled to the first chamber configured to aerosolize the dry powder and cause the aerosolized powder to move through the at least one passageway thereby delivering the dry powder from the first chamber to the second chamber as an aerosolized dry powder; anda vibrator control unit configured to control operation of the vibrator based on an amount of particles in the second chamber passing the at least one optical sensor.2. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the vibrator control unit is further configured to:estimate an amount of dry powder delivered based on the amount of particles in the second chamber passing the at least one optical sensor.3. The inhaler of claim 2 , wherein the vibrator control unit is further ...

AEROSOL DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING AN AEROSOL DELIVERY DEVICE

The invention relates to an aerosol delivery device (′) comprising an aerosol generator () for generating an aerosol in the device and a fluid conveying unit () configured to induce a first fluid flow () having a first flow rate in the device for transporting at least a portion of the generated aerosol outside the device and to induce a second fluid flow () having a second flow rate in the device for conveying a fluid into the device, wherein the fluid conveying unit comprises a vibrator () for vibrating the aerosol and the first flow rate is equal to or smaller than the second flow rate. Further, the invention relates to a method for operating an aerosol delivery device (′), comprising the steps of generating a predetermined amount of an aerosol in the device, inducing a first fluid flow () having a first flow rate in the device for transporting at least a portion of the generated aerosol outside the device, inducing a second fluid flow () having a second flow rate in the device for conveying a fluid into the device and vibrating the aerosol, wherein the first flow rate is equal to or smaller than the second flow rate. 2. The aerosol delivery device according to claim 1 , wherein the fluid conveying unit further comprises a first fluid conveying element configured to induce a third fluid flow having a third flow rate in the device and a second fluid conveying element configured to induce the second fluid flow in the device claim 1 , and the vibrator is configured to vibrate the third fluid flow so as to induce the first fluid flow in the device.3. The aerosol delivery device according to claim 2 , wherein the vibrator is configured to vibrate the third fluid flow with a predetermined vibration amplitude and the vibration amplitude is equal to or smaller than the difference between the second and third flow rates.4. The aerosol delivery device according to claim 1 , wherein the fluid conveying unit further comprises a fluid conveying element configured to induce a ...

INHALANT DISPENSING SYSTEM AND APPARATUS

An inhalant dispensing system is provided, comprising an inhalant delivery apparatus having a main body, a lower body coupled to the main body and comprising a mouthpiece, and an inhalant delivery mechanism disposed within the main body and configured to deliver an aerosolized solution to the mouthpiece for user inhalation; and a lock out system configured to selectively prevent delivery of the aerosolized solution to the mouthpiece. The inhalant delivery apparatus may be assembled by inserting a portion of the inhalant delivery mechanism into the main body. The lower body may be rotatably coupled to the main body and moveable between a dispensing position and a storage position. The system may be used to control and monitor dosages of a solution contained within a smart canister and administered from the canister via an inhaler, to prevent accidental or unwanted usage of the canister and/or over-dosing. 1. An inhalant dispensing system , comprising:an inhalant delivery apparatus comprising a main body, an inhalant delivery mechanism disposed within the main body and configured to dispense an amount of solution as an aerosol, and a mouthpiece coupled to the main body and configured to deliver the aerosol to a user;a moveable component coupled to the inhalant delivery apparatus and configured to prevent the delivery of the aerosol to the mouthpiece when in a first position and permit the delivery of the aerosol to the mouthpiece when in a second position; andan electronics module disposed in the inhalant delivery apparatus and configured to receive cartridge information associated with a cartridge disposed in the main body, the cartridge information used to control operation of the moveable component.2. The inhalant dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the cartridge information includes content information identifying a solution stored in the cartridge claim 1 , the electronics module being configured to shift the moveable component to the first position based on ...

TENSIONING ARRANGEMENT FOR AEROSOL DISPENSER AND AEROSOL DISPENSER

A tensioning arrangement for an aerosol dispenser is presented where the tensioning arrangement has a conveying tube; an elastic member arranged to store mechanical energy from a substantially axial tensioning movement of the conveying tube; a rotatable member; a transmission mechanism configured to transmit a tensioning rotation of the rotatable member to the tensioning movement of the conveying tube, wherein the transmission mechanism has a cam profile and a cam follower arranged to follow the cam profile, wherein the cam profile has at least one priming structure; and wherein the tensioning arrangement is configured such that the conveying tube makes a temporary priming movement towards an initial position when the cam follower passes each priming structure during the tensioning movement of the conveying tube by means of the tensioning rotation of the rotatable member. An aerosol dispenser is also provided. 115-. (canceled)16. A tensioning arrangement for an aerosol dispenser , the tensioning arrangement comprising:a conveying tube for conveying liquid from a container to a dose chamber;an elastic member arranged to store mechanical energy from a substantially axial tensioning movement of the conveying tube from an initial position to a tensioning position;a rotatable member;a transmission mechanism configured to transmit a tensioning rotation of the rotatable member to the tensioning movement of the conveying tube;wherein the transmission mechanism comprises a cam profile and a cam follower arranged to follow the cam profile;wherein the cam profile comprises at least one priming structure; andwherein the tensioning arrangement is configured such that the conveying tube makes a temporary priming movement towards the initial position when the cam follower passes each priming structure during the tensioning movement of the conveying tube by means of the tensioning rotation of the rotatable member.17. The tensioning arrangement according to claim 16 , wherein one of ...

INHALATION DEVICE FOR USE IN AEROSOL THERAPY

The invention provides an inhalation device comprising a base unit, a mouthpiece, and an aerosol head. The base unit comprises an air inlet, an air outlet opening, a groove for receiving the mouthpiece, and key lock member(s). The mouthpiece comprises a first segment, comprising an air inlet opening and a lateral opening for receiving an aerosol generator, the first segment being insertable into the groove of the base unit, and a second segment comprising an aerosol outlet. The aerosol head comprises an aerosol generator, a liquid reservoir, and key lock member(s) complementary to the key lock member(s) of the base unit. The base unit, mouthpiece and aerosol head are connectable with one another such that when engaging the members of the key lock with the complementary members, the aerosol generator is inserted into the lateral opening of the mouthpiece. 2. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the groove has a horizontal orientation and extends from the air outlet opening of the base unit to the front side of the base unit.3. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the first segment of the mouthpiece comprises a protrusion claim 1 , and wherein the base unit comprises an indentation for receiving the protrusion.4. The inhalation device of claim 3 , wherein the protrusion is asymmetric.5. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the base unit and the aerosol head each comprise two key lock members claim 1 , and wherein the key lock members are positioned to form a key lock on the left side and another key lock on the right side of the inhalation device.6. The inhalation device of claim 5 , wherein the key locks may be disengaged by squeezing the aerosol head at the position of the key lock members.7. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the lateral opening of the mouthpiece for receiving the aerosol generator is positioned on the top side of the first segment of the mouthpiece claim 1 , and wherein the aerosol head is positioned on the top side of ...

CARTRIDGE WITH SINGLE-LAYER CONTAINER AND ITS NOZZLE-SHAPED CAP FOR NEBULIZATION INHALATION

The present invention is directed to a single-layer cartridge, and a process for producing a plastic single-layer container included in the cartridge. The single-layer cartridge comprises a plastic single-layer container, a seal and a nozzle-shaped cap or stopper, wherein the single-layer cartridge can be used to connected with a soft mist inhalation device or inhalation atomizer. 1. An inhalation device comprising a cartridge comprising a single-layer plastic container , an opening , and a nozzle-shaped cap or stopper , wherein the cartridge is connected to a soft mist inhalation device.2. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , wherein the nozzle-shaped cap or stopper is connected to the singe-layer container by means of a snap-in connection.3. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , wherein the cartridge further comprises a transfer bed to support the snap-in connection action.4. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , wherein the stopper comprises a plastic material that is non-releasably connected to the single-layer plastic container.5. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , further comprising a sealing disc provided with sealing beads claim 1 , wherein the sealing disc is disposed between an upper surface of the container and an inside surface of the stopper.6. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , configured such that the cartridge can be pulled out of the soft mist inhalation device by means of a withdrawal aid.7. The inhalation device according to further comprising a rigid outer casing that the cartridge can be inserted into.8. The inhalation device according to claim 1 , further comprising a dispensing device claim 1 , wherein the dispensing device is provided with snap hook that enables the dispensing device to lock with an upper part of the rigid outer casing after the cartridge has been inserted into the rigid outer casing.9. The inhalation device according to the claim 1 , wherein the single-layer cartridge is connected to ...

PULSATING INHALER AND A METHOD OF TREATING UPPER RESPIRATORY DISORDERS

A pulsating inhaler comprising: (a) a fluid oscillator providing focused fluid columns with a series of alternating high and low pressure zones and (b) at least one outlet orifice adapted for delivering said focused fluid column to the respiratory tract of said patient. The fluid oscillator further comprises a piston which is actuated by a motor with an eccentric mechanism. According to alternative embodiment of the invention, the fluid oscillator comprises a rotating disc having a missing section. 1. A pulsating inhaler comprising:a. a fluid oscillator providing focused fluid columns with a series of alternating high and low pressure zones and{'b': '211', 'b. at least one outlet orifice () adapted for delivering said focused fluid column to the respiratory tract of said patient,'}{'b': 203', '203, 'wherein said fluid oscillator comprises a piston () which is actuated by a motor with an eccentric mechanism ().'}2. The inhaler according to further comprising a medicament dispenser dispensing fixed amounts of at least one medicament and injecting said fixed amounts of said at least one medicament into said focused fluid column.3. The inhaler according to further comprising a fluid dispenser fluidly coupled to said fluid oscillator.4. The inhaler according to claim 1 , wherein said medicament dispenser is activated before said fixed amounts of said at least one medicament is transported by said focused fluid column.5. The inhaler according to claim 1 , wherein said medicament is dispensed by puncturing a disposable capsule such that a fixed amount of said medicament is injected into said focused fluid column.6. A pulsating inhaler comprising:a. a fluid oscillator providing focused fluid columns with a series of alternating high and low pressure zones and{'b': '305', 'b. at least one outlet orifice () adapted for delivering said focused fluid column to the respiratory tract of said patient,'}{'b': '308', 'wherein said fluid oscillator comprises a rotating disc () having ...

MEDICAL EVALUATION DEVICE

The present invention relates to a medical evaluation device () for evaluating an adherence to a therapy protocol when using an aerosol nebulizer () having an aerosol generator () for nebulizing a liquid medication according to said therapy protocol, said medical evaluation device () comprising: a communication unit (), configured to establish a communication connection with a communication device (), said communication connection being configured for: providing first configuration data to a nebulizer control device () of said aerosol nebulizer () via said communication device (), said first configuration data for configuring said aerosol nebulizer according to said therapy protocol; and receiving nebulizing data indicating an operation of said aerosol nebulizer from said communication device (); further comprising an evaluation unit (), configured to evaluate said adherence to said therapy protocol based on a comparison of said received nebulizing data with respective parameters defined within said therapy protocol; wherein said evaluation unit () is further configured to generate therapy related feedback data. 110303110. Medical evaluation device () for evaluating an adherence to a therapy protocol when using an aerosol nebulizer () having an aerosol generator () for nebulizing a liquid medication according to said therapy protocol , said medical evaluation device () comprising:{'b': 100', '20, 'claim-text': [{'b': 40', '20, 'providing first configuration data to a nebulizer control device () of said aerosol nebulizer via said communication device (), said first configuration data for configuring said aerosol nebulizer according to said therapy protocol;'}, {'b': '20', 'receiving nebulizing data indicating an operation of said aerosol nebulizer from said communication device ();'}], 'a communication unit (), configured to establish a communication connection with a communication device (), said communication connection being configured for{'b': '110', 'an ...

DOSE INDICATORS

The present disclosure relates to a dose indicator for a pressure-actuated metered dose inhaler (pMDI) device. In an embodiment, the dose indicator comprises a chassis element having a viewing portion, a display element located within the chassis element, a resilient deformable element, and an indexing element having an axis, translation of the indexing element along its axis from a first position to a second position causing deformation of the resilient deformable element in the same direction as translation of the indexing element resulting in generally greater displacement of portions of the resilient deformable element nearer to the axis relative to portions thereof further from the axis, the displacement of the portions of the resilient deformable element in the same direction as translation of the indexing element inducing indexing of the display element from a current position to a subsequent position relative to the viewing portion of the chassis element 1. A dose indicator for a pressure-actuated metered fluid dispensing device , the dose indicator comprising:—a chassis element having a viewing portion;a display element located within the chassis element;a resilient deformable element; andan indexing element having an axis, translation of the indexing element along its axis from a first position to a second position causing deformation of the resilient deformable element in the same direction as translation of the indexing element resulting in generally greater displacement of portions of the resilient deformable element nearer to the axis relative to portions thereof further from the axis, the displacement of the portions of the resilient deformable element in the same direction as translation of the indexing element inducing indexing of the display element from a current position to a subsequent position relative to the viewing portion of the chassis element.2. A dose indicator according to claim 1 , wherein the resilient deformable element is arranged ...

Systems, methods, and devices to incentivize inhaler use

The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and devices that may be used to incentivize inhaler use. 1. An inhaler comprising:a housing having at least one flow channel disposed therein;at least one port disposed in the housing and operably coupled to the at least one flow channel and configured to provide fluid communication between at least two agent containing reservoirs and the at least one flow channel;one or more sensors operably coupled with the at least one flow channel;at least one actuator configured to independently facilitate at least partial release of at least one agent from each of at least two agent containing reservoirs when the at least two agent containing reservoirs are each operably coupled to the at least one port; andone or more control units configured to receive information from the one or more sensors, wherein the one or more control units control operation of the at least one actuator in response to the information received from the one or more sensors.211.-. (canceled)12. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors operably coupled with the at least one flow channel comprise:at least one sensor configured to assess one or more values associated with one or more respiration parameters.13. (canceled)14. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors operably coupled with the at least one flow channel comprise:at least one flow sensor.1518.-. (canceled)19. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors operably coupled with the at least one flow channel comprise:at least one sensor configured to assess flow of at least one agent through the at least one flow channel.2021.-. (canceled)22. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one actuator configured to independently facilitate at least partial release of at least one agent from each of at least two agent containing reservoirs when the at least two agent containing reservoirs are each operably coupled to the at least one port comprise:at least ...

METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND DEVICES RELATED TO DELIVERY OF ALCOHOL WITH AN INHALER

The present disclosure relates to devices, systems, and methods that may be used to controllably deliver alcohol to a subject using an inhaler. 1. An inhaler , comprising:a housing having at least one flow channel disposed therein configured to be fluidly coupled to at least one ethanol-containing inhalant reservoir;at least one actuator configured to facilitate at least partial release of at least one ethanol-containing inhalant from at least one ethanol-containing inhalant reservoir into the at least one flow channel; and accept one or more parameters associated with a subject;', 'access or create an ethanol-containing inhalant delivery regimen associated with the subject in response to the one or more parameters; and', 'control operation of the at least one actuator to facilitate at least partial release of the at least one ethanol-containing inhalant from the ethanol-containing inhalant reservoir into the at least one flow channel in response to the ethanol-containing inhalant delivery regimen associated with the subject., 'at least one control unit including at least one processing component configured to;'}26.-. (canceled)7. The inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising:at least one ethanol-containing inhalant reservoir including at least one aerosol canister having a canister body and a valve stem that extends from the canister body, andwherein the housing includes at least one reservoir support configured to support the at least one aerosol canister with the valve stem being received by the at least one port.8. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one actuator comprises:at least one aerosol canister content release mechanism.9. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one control unit configured to accept one or more parameters associated with a subject comprises:at least one control unit configured to accept one or more physical parameters associated with the subject.10. (canceled)11. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one control ...

METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND DEVICES RELATED TO A SUPPLEMENTAL INHALER

The present disclosure relates to devices, systems, and methods that may be used to supplement inhaler use. 1. An inhaler comprising:a housing having at least one flow channel disposed therein,at least one port disposed in the housing operably coupled to the at least one flow channel and configured to provide fluid communication between at least one agent reservoir and at least one propellant reservoir and the at least one flow channel;at least one sensor operably coupled with the at least one flow channel;at least one actuator configured to facilitate at least partial release from either or both of the at least one agent reservoir and the at least one propellant reservoir when the at least one agent reservoir and the at least one propellant reservoir are operably coupled to the at least one port; andat least one control unit configured to receive information from the at least one sensor and direct the at least one actuator to facilitate at least partial release from either or both of the at least one agent reservoir and the at least one propellant reservoir.27.-. (canceled)8. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one port disposed in the housing operably coupled to the at least one flow channel and configured to provide fluid communication between at least one agent reservoir and at least one propellant reservoir and the at least one flow channel comprises:at least one port configured to receive at least one agent reservoir including an aerosol canister that includes a canister body and a valve stem that extends from the canister body.914.-. (canceled)15. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one port disposed in the housing operably coupled to the at least one flow channel and configured to provide fluid communication between at least one agent reservoir and at least one propellant reservoir and the at least one flow channel comprises:at least one controllable regulator.16. The inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor operably coupled ...

SPACER CHAMBER

The present invention is directed to a spacer chamber having a chamber having a truncated cone shaped or two truncated cones joined by their bases. The truncated cones are formed by a series of popoids segments that allow the chamber to keep its shape, both on an extended and a collapsed position, in a spontaneous form, except in the case of an internal pressure is applied which tends to expand it. As is the case of the device used in mechanical ventilation. 1. A spacer chamber for administering a therapeutic agent spray comprising:a chamber having a base and a tip, the chamber is made of a flexible material, the chamber has a truncated cone shape or two truncated cones joined at their bases, a plurality of popoides folds though the chamber, the popoides decreasing in size from the base to the tip.2. The spacer chamber of claim 1 , wherein the flexible material has antistatic properties.3. The spacer chamber of claim 1 , further including a device located at the tip of the chamber claim 1 , the device having a first side adapted to be connected to a mask or a nozzle and a second side adapted to be connected to a connector to attach a container with the medication.4. The spacer chamber of claim 3 , wherein the ends of the chamber are joined to fittings claim 3 , threads or pressure or stuck by ultrasound or hot melt.5. The spacer chamber of claim 1 , further including a built-in piece on the tip of the chamber claim 1 , the built in piece is adapted to be directly connected to a MDI device.6. The spacer chamber of claim 4 , wherein the fittings include locks. The present invention refers to a spacer chamber having the form of one or two truncated cones joined by their bases. The truncated cones include zigzag type pleated popoides that decrease in size, allowing the spacer chamber to be easily collapsed or extended, for the administration of the therapeutic agent in aerosol form. The spacer chamber can be used both personally and on a mechanical breathing machine.A ...

DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE WITH ELECTRONICS AND POWER MANAGEMENT

A system may limit the number of times an inhalation device transmits inhalation data to a single time to reduce the battery usage of the inhalation device. The system may include an inhalation device that has medicament and an electronics module. The system may limit the number of times the inhalation device transmits new inhalation data to any mobile device to a single time by causing the server to receive the new inhalation data from one of the mobile devices and causing the server to transmit the new inhalation data to other of the mobile devices prior to the other mobile devices transmitting a request for the new inhalation data to the inhalation device. The inhalation device may include a Quick Response (QR) code, and a mobile application may determine at least one of a medication type or a number of doses of the inhalation device from the QR code. 1. An inhalation device comprising:a main housing comprising a mouthpiece and medicament;an electronics module comprising a processor, memory, and a communication circuit; anda Quick Response (QR) code configured to provide a multi-digit alphanumeric code that indicates a medicament type of the medicament of the inhalation device, a strength of the medicament of the inhalation device, and an initial number of doses of the medicament of the inhalation device; andwherein the QR code further comprises a communication key that enables communication with the communication circuit of the electronics module.2. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the multi-digit alphanumeric code is a six-digit alphanumeric code.3. The inhalation device of claim 2 , wherein a first three digits of the multi-digit alphanumeric code indicates the medicament type and strength of the inhalation device claim 2 , and a second three digits of the multi-digit alphanumeric code indicates the number of doses of the medicament of the inhalation device.4. The inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein a first set of digits of the multi-digit ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING USAGE OF A RESPIRATORY MEDICATION DELIVERY DEVICE

The present disclosure pertains to a system and method for monitoring usage of a respiratory medicament delivery device. Regular use of a respiratory medicament delivery device at intervals prescribed by a doctor may be critical to a subject's health. The system described herein is configured to monitor usage of a respiratory medicament delivery device such that manual tracking of a patient's adherence to a dosage plan by a doctor, for example, is not required. Monitoring usage of the medicament device delivery device may allow the doctor to judge the adherence of the subject to the dosage plan and encourage increased adherence. Improved adherence by the subject may result in improvement in the condition of the subject and economic benefits including reducing costs associated with re-hospitalization after discharge. In some embodiments, the system comprises a medicament delivery device and a usage event monitoring device. 1. A system configured to monitor usage of a respiratory medicament delivery device , the medicament delivery device configured to deliver medicament to an airway of a subject , the medicament delivery device comprising an opening through which medicament is delivered to the subject and a cover configured to be removably installed at the opening in the medicament delivery device to cover the opening , the system comprising:a power supply;a processor; anda switch configured to selectively connect and disconnect the power supply with the processor such that, responsive to the cover being removed from the opening, the switch connects the power supply with the processor to power up the processor, and wherein the processor is configured such that responsive to a power up, the processor causes information related to the power up to be recorded to non-transient electronic storage media.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a cover holder configured to removably couple to the cover claim 1 , wherein the cover holder is connected to the switch by ...

MOUTHPIECE OF A NEBULIZER, AND PORTABLE NEBULIZER THEREOF

The present disclosure discloses a mouthpiece of a nebulizer, comprising an aerosol inflow port, and an aerosol outflow port; wherein an aerosol passage is formed between the aerosol inflow port and the aerosol outflow port, such that in a normal spraying state, the aerosol enters the aerosol passage from the aerosol inflow port and is discharged from the aerosol outflow port; and at least one temporary liquid reservoir is provided inside the mouthpiece, such that when condensation of the aerosol reversely flows back towards the aerosol inflow port, at least part of the condensation of the aerosol flows back into the temporary liquid reservoir. Besides, the present disclosure further discloses a portable nebulizer adopting the mouthpiece. The present disclosure provides an advantage of causing the nebulizer to produce a better anti-backflow effect. 1. A mouthpiece of a nebulizer , comprising:an aerosol inflow port, andan aerosol outflow port;wherein an aerosol passage is formed between the aerosol inflow port and the aerosol outflow port, such that in a normal spraying state, the aerosol enters the aerosol passage from the aerosol inflow port and is discharged from the aerosol outflow port; andat least one temporary liquid reservoir is provided inside the mouthpiece, such that when condensation of the aerosol reversely flows back towards the aerosol inflow port, at least part of the condensation of the aerosol flows back into the temporary liquid reservoir.2. The mouthpiece of a nebulizer according to claim 1 , wherein the mouthpiece comprises a first end wall and a second end wall claim 1 , which are oppositely disposed claim 1 , the aerosol inflow port and the temporary liquid reservoir being both disposed at the first end wall claim 1 , and the aerosol outflow port being disposed at the second end wall.3. The mouthpiece of a nebulizer according to claim 2 , wherein the aerosol inflow port is disposed at a middle position of the first end wall claim 2 , and the ...

MEDICINAL INHALER COMPRISING A LOCKOUT OVERRIDE MECHANISM

A refill assembly for use in a medicinal inhaler, the refill assembly being configured to be removably coupled to a reusable assembly of a medicinal inhaler, the refill assembly comprising: a patient port; a canister actuable by the reusable assembly to deliver a dose of medicament to the patient port, a sleeve which is selectively actuable by a user independently of the reusable assembly so as to act on the canister to deliver a dose of medicament, the sleeve having a first position in which the sleeve cannot be actuated to cause a dose of medicament to be released from the canister and a second position in which the sleeve is actuable to cause a dose of medicament to be delivered to the patient port; the refill assembly further comprising: an override element which engages the sleeve, the override element being moveable from a first position in which the sleeve is retained in its first position by the override element and a second position in which the sleeve is permitted to move to its second position upon depression of the sleeve by a user. 1. A refill assembly for use in a medicinal inhaler , the refill assembly being configured to be removably coupled to a reusable assembly of a medicinal inhaler , the refill assembly comprising:a patient port;a canister actuable by the reusable assembly to deliver a dose of medicament to the patient port,a sleeve which is selectively actuable by a user independently of the reusable assembly so as to act on the canister to deliver a dose of medicament,the sleeve having a first position in which the sleeve cannot be actuated to cause a dose of medicament to be released from the canister and a second position in which the sleeve is actuable to cause a dose of medicament to be delivered to the patient port;the refill assembly further comprising:an override element which engages the sleeve,the override element being moveable from a first position in which the sleeve is retained in its first position by the override element and a ...

ENHANCED EDUCTOR DESIGN

The present invention provides for an enhanced eductor element that significantly increases the amount of pressure generated at the siphon tube without significantly increasing the flow resistance through the eductor. The invention further provides for breath-actuated inhalation devices comprising the enhanced eductor element as an actuation mechanism. 123-. (canceled)23. An enhanced eductor element comprising:a conduit comprising an inner surface, an outer surface, an inlet, an outlet, and a hollow bore extending between the inlet and the outlet, the bore tapering in a constriction zone between the inlet and the outlet;a modification member in the constriction zone and protruding from the inner surface to locally reduce a cross-sectional area of the constriction zone; anda siphon channel providing fluid communication between a siphon inlet at the conduit outer surface and a siphon outlet at the conduit inner surface, the siphon outlet being positioned adjacent to the modification member;wherein the modification member is configured to increase a siphon pressure drop at the siphon inlet without a substantial increase in a pressure drop across the eductor element.251. The eductor element of claim , wherein the modification member comprises a bump on the inner surface of the conduit in the constriction zone.261. The eductor element of claim , wherein the modification member comprises a conical bump and the siphon channel extends to an apex of the conical bump.271. The eductor element of claim , wherein at least a portion of the modification member is disposed intermediate the conduit inlet and the siphon outlet in the constriction zone.281. The eductor element of claim , wherein the siphon channel extends through the modification member to the inner surface.291. The eductor element of claim , wherein the constriction zone defines a first diameter , the first diameter being constant throughout the constriction zone.301. The eductor element of claim , wherein the ...

Inhalator Device and Method

A hand-held, portable inhalator device is disclosed. The device has a mouthpiece with a chamber operatively coupled to a medication inlet and a fluid outlet. A trigger is configured to dispense medication from a medication source through the medication inlet and into the chamber after a threshold level of positive pressure is achieved within the chamber of the mouthpiece and maintained for a threshold period of time. 117-. (canceled)18. A method of administering medication to a patient , comprising: a chamber;', 'a medication source in fluid communication with the chamber;', 'an aperture configured to permit egress of fluid out of the chamber;', 'a trigger configured to dispense medication from the medication source into the chamber;, 'providing a hand-held, portable inhalator device to the patient, the device comprisingplacing the mouth of the patient about a mouthpiece in fluid communication with the chamber and exhaling into the mouthpiece and out of the aperture for a predetermined period of time at a threshold level of positive pressure to achieve a qualifying breath; anddispensing a quantity of medication into the chamber after the qualifying breath.19. The method of claim 18 , further comprising dispensing the quantity of medication into the chamber after a plurality of qualifying breaths.20. The method of claim 18 , wherein the device further comprises a first valve disposed about the aperture and a second valve disposed about a fluid inlet claim 18 , the second valve configured to open when subjected to a threshold negative pressure thereby permitting the ingress of ambient air into the chamber.21. The method of claim 18 , wherein each qualifying breath comprises exhaling into the mouthpiece for between approximately 3 to 5 seconds and maintaining a pressure within the mouthpiece ranging from between approximately 2.8 cm to 3.2 cm H2O.22. The method of claim 18 , wherein the patient is provided with a visual or audible indicator when a qualifying breath has ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE FOR PRODUCING AN AEROSOL FOR INHALATION BY A PERSON

An electronic device for producing an aerosol for inhalation by a person includes a mouthpiece, a liquid container, and a mesh assembly having a mesh material and a piezoelectric material. The mesh material is in contact with a liquid of the container. The mesh material is configured to vibrate when the piezoelectric material is actuated, whereby the aerosol is produced. The aerosol may be inhaled through the mouthpiece. The device also includes circuitry and a power supply for actuating the mesh assembly. The mouthpiece, the container, and the mesh assembly are located in-line along a longitudinal axis of the device between opposite longitudinal ends of the device, with the mesh assembly extending between and separating the mouthpiece and the container. The mesh material has a rigidity that is sufficient to prevent oscillations of varying amplitudes during actuation of the piezoelectric material of the mesh assembly for consistently producing the aerosol. 1. An electronic device for producing an aerosol for inhalation by a person , comprising:(a) a mouthpiece;(b) a liquid container for containing a liquid;(c) a mesh assembly comprising a mesh material and a piezoelectric material, wherein the mesh material is configured to vibrate when the piezoelectric material is actuated whereby the aerosol is produced when the mesh material is in contact with a liquid of the liquid container such that the aerosol may be inhaled through the mouthpiece; and(d) circuitry and a power supply for actuating the mesh assembly;(e) wherein the mouthpiece, the liquid container, and the mesh assembly are located in-line along a longitudinal axis of the electronic device between opposite longitudinal ends of the electronic device, with the mesh assembly extending between and separating the mouthpiece and the liquid container; and(f) wherein the mesh material has a rigidity that is sufficient to prevent oscillations of varying amplitudes during actuation of the piezoelectric material of the ...

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING AEROSOLIZED MEDICATION

A pulmonary drug delivery device having one or more vortexing elements which impart beneficial flow characteristics to an inspiratory air flow carrying a medicament into the patient's lungs. 1. An aerosol flow control apparatus for use in a pressurized metered dose inhaler , said apparatus comprising:(a) a housing defining a conduit, said conduit having an open end that provides a mouthpiece, a substantially closed end, and a vortexing back plate positioned remotely from the open end and defining the substantially closed end; said vortexing back plate comprising a first set of vortexing air inlets in fluid communication with ambient air outside the conduit;wherein said vortexing back plate is disposed in the conduit such that the first set of vortexing air inlets opens into a direction towards the mouthpiece; andwherein said first set of vortexing air inlets is angled so as to impart a vortexing motion to the ambient air drawn into the conduit through the first set of vortexing air inlets; and(b) a pressurized canister comprising a medicament, said pressurized canister arranged within the housing to direct a bolus of the medicament into the conduit.2. The aerosol flow apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a second set of vortexing air inlets disposed about the periphery of the vortexing back plate.3. The aerosol flow apparatus of or claim 1 , wherein the vortexing air inlets comprise inwardly directed vanes which are oriented at an angle.4. The aerosol flow apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the second set of vortexing air inlets are triangular in shape so as to impart a further vortexing motion to the air drawn into the conduit through the first set of vortexing air inlets.5. The aerosol flow apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the votexing back plate is located behind the position at which the medicament bolus is introduced into an inspiratory air flow.6. The aerosol flow apparatus of or claim 1 , wherein the vortexing air inlets impart a tangential velocity to an ...

INHALER HOUSING

An inhaler housing comprising a receiving portion adapted to at least partially receive a container containing a medicament, and a dispensing portion through which a the medicament is dispensed, wherein the receiving portion and the dispensing portion are movable relative to one another between a storage condition in which the receiving portion and the dispensing portion at least partially overlie one another and a use condition. 1. An inhaler housing , comprising:a receiving portion adapted to at least partially receive a container containing a medicament;a dispensing portion through which the medicament is dispensed;wherein the receiving portion and the dispensing portion are movable relative to one another between a storage condition, in which the receiving portion and the dispensing portion at least partially overlie one another; andwherein a use condition, in which the dispensing portion and the receiving portion are configured to move between the storage condition and the use condition using both a sliding movement and a pivoting movement; andone or more retention members adapted to retain the inhaler housing in the use condition.2. The inhaler housing according to wherein the receiving portion is substantially tubular.3. The inhaler housing according to wherein the receiving portion includes a bore extending along at least a portion of a length thereof.4. The inhaler housing according to wherein the bore extends into the receiving portion from an open end of the receiving portion.5. The inhaler housing according to wherein the receiving portion includes one or more connection members adapted to allow connection of the inhaler housing to an item of clothing claim 1 , a bag or a belt.6. The inhaler housing according to wherein a connection member of the one or more connection members is configured to retain the inhaler housing in the storage condition.7. The inhaler housing according to wherein the receiving portion includes an actuation portion adapted to ...

DISPENSER HAVING ELECTRONIC ACTUATION DETECTION

A dispenser for dispensing a pharmaceutical medium, including a sensor for sensing a dispensing operation and an electronic processing circuit for sensing and further processing a signal caused by the sensor. In order to simplify the design, the sensor is part of a sensor unit, which has a radio transmitter for producing a radio signal, and the processing circuit has a radio receiver, which designed to receive the radio signal produced by the radio transmitter. 1. A dispenser for dispensing a pharmaceutical medium , comprisinga sensor for sensing a dispensing operation and an electronic processing circuit for sensing and further processing a signal caused by the sensor,whereinthe sensor is part of a sensor unit, which has a radio transmitter for producing a radio signal, andthe processing circuit has a radio receiver, which is designed for receiving the radio signal produced by the radio transmitter.2. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe sensor unit is assigned a conversion device for the conversion of mechanical energy into electrical energy, this conversion device preferably being identical to the sensor.3. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe radio transmitter and the radio receiver are arranged no more than 10 cm apart from one another.4. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe dispenser has a receiving shaft, in which a container is inserted, at least the sensor being arranged within the receiving shaft end at least the processing circuit being arranged outside the receiving shaft.5. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe circuit for sensing and further processing a signal of the sensor is designed as a reusable unit for changing coupling with a subassembly of the dispenser that comprises the sensor unit.6. The dispenser as claimed in claim 1 ,whereinthe radio transmitter is designed for producing a radio signal on the basis of the Bluetooth standard, the Wibree standard, the ANT+ standard or the Zigbee standard.7. The ...

Electronic Inhaling Device

An electronic inhaling device for detachably receiving a spray bottle having a bottle body with a spray mouth, includes: a casing formed with a vertical slide slot, in which the spray bottle is adapted to be disposed slidably; a bottle support seat installed in the casing, having a receiving inlet permitting extension of the spray mouth of the bottle body when the spray bottle is seated on the support seat and a discharging outlet in spatial communication with the receiving inlet in order to discharge a volatile substance sprayed out from the spray mouth of the bottle body via the discharging outlet; and a monitoring module disposed in the casing for monitoring movement of the spray mouth relative to the bottle body, counting a discharged number of the volatile substance sprayed out from the spray mouth of the bottle body via the discharging outlet. 126-. (canceled)27. A counting device for counting the number of actuations of a cylindrical canister , the cylindrical canister having a first end upon which a user presses to actuate , and a second end within which a dispensing stem is disposed along a vertical axis , the counting device comprising:a gear comprising an end surface, with numerical notations disposed on the end surface;an actuation arm disposed along the vertical axis and positioned to interact with the second end of the canister as the canister actuates, such that movement of the canister along the vertical axis is translated to movement of the actuation arm along the same vertical axis, wherein the actuation arm is coupled to the gear to cause the gear to rotate when the actuation arm is translated along the vertical axis; anda viewing window disposed over the end surface of the gear, limiting visibility of the numerical notations to a notation representative of the number of actuations of the cylindrical canister. The present invention relates generally to an inhaling device, and more particularly to an electronic inhaling device for an inhaler (such ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ADMINISTERING MEDICAMENTS TO THE BRAIN

The present invention provides a system for administering a therapeutic substance to a brain, for example a brain of a person afflicted by a neurodegenerative disorder. The system may include communicating with the person and locating it via a smartphone, characterizing the level of its alertness or cognitive abilities, and initiating the substance release via a vocal signal. The system enables to bypass the blood brain barrier while also reducing undesired systemic concentration peaks of the substance. 2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The device of claim 1 , wherein said vocal signal is a speech of said subject who starts the motor and initiates the release of a part of said dose to its nostrils when such release is required.5. The device of claim 1 , wherein said vocal signal is a speech of said personnel who either starts the motor when the release of the medicament is required or blocks the motor when the release of the medicament is not required.6. (canceled)7. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a loudspeaker enabling the subject to hear attending personnel or family members who may affect the subject or give vocal commands.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein said processor further records the speech of said subject who responds to questions aimed at characterizing the level of alertness or cognitive abilities of the subject.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein said processor provides cognitive parameters corresponding to the reactions of said subject.10. The device of claim 1 , wherein the size of said dose or its parts are affected by the cognitive parameters provided by said processor.11. The device according to claim 1 , wherein said sensor comprises a smartphone which connects the subject with attending personnel or family members.12. The device of claim 11 , wherein said smartphone comprises GPS and enables to locate the subject.13. The device of claim 1 , wherein said substance is a medicament for treating or preventing a condition selected from the ...

DOSE COUNTERS FOR INHALERS, INHALERS AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLY THEREOF

An inhaler for inhaling medicament includes a body for retaining a medicament store and a dose counter. The dose counter has a moveable actuator and a chassis mounted on the body. The chassis is heat staked in position on the body. 1. An inhaler for inhaling medicament , the inhaler having: a body for retaining a medicament store; and a dose counter , the dose counter having a moveable actuator and a chassis mounted on the body; the chassis being heat staked in position on the body.2. The inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one of the body and the chassis includes one or more apertures for receiving one or more pins on the other of the body and the chassis claim 1 , and wherein the pins are heat staked in position within the apertures to mount the chassis to the body.3. The inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the dose counter is positioned in a dose counter chamber that is formed in the body at a location beneath the medicament store.4. The inhaler as claimed in further comprising a cover that is fixed to the body to conceal the dose counter chamber.5. The inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein one of the body and the chassis includes one or more apertures for receiving one or more pins on the other of the body and the chassis.6. The inhaler as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the pins are heat staked in position within the apertures to mount the chassis to the body.7. The inhaler as claimed in claim 6 , wherein either the pins or the apertures on the chassis are positioned on three different sides of the chassis for stabilizing the chassis on the body. This patent application is a continuation patent application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/713,612, filed May 15, 2015, which is a divisional patent application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/103,324, filed Dec. 11, 2013, which is a divisional application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/110,532, filed May 18, 2011, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/345, ...

METERED DOSE INHALER AND SPACER WITH AIRFLOW AND HANDICAP ASSIST STRUCTURES FOR MAXIMIZING MEDICATION DELIVERY EFFECTIVENESS

A metered dose inhaler having a body for receiving a medicinal canister. A dome shaped motorized unit is attached to the main body of the inhaler. A lower mouthpiece end is in communication with an output valve of the canister for issuing an atomized medicinal spray. A plurality of apertures are defined along any of the sides or front and back walls of the body such that, upon depressing a trigger associated with the canister in combination with patient inhalation, the actuation of the motor combines results in more efficient delivery of the spray and to better direct the spray into the patient's respiratory system. A further variant incorporates a motorized cap, such as for use by handicapped individuals who may be unable to actuate the metered dose inhaler due to anatomical or physiological disabilities. 1. A metered dose inhaler , comprising:a body having an upper end and a mouthpiece at a lower end, said body receiving a medicament filled canister;a cap containing a portable electric motor which is secured atop said main body so that said motor is in communication with said canister; anda sensor incorporated into said main body which, upon determining a physiological action of a user, activating said motor to in turn cause said canister to issue an atomized spray through an output valve of said canister located in proximity to said mouthpiece.2. The inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising a wire extending from the sensor in communication with said motor.3. The inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising apertures being configured in at least one of said cap and body for generating internal airflows for assisting in delivery of the atomized medicament spray.4. The inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising said body being constructed of any of a plastic claim 1 , acrylic or other stiff material.5. The inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising a plunger associated with said motor for downwardly actuating said canister against a biasing spring of said output valve.6. The ...

Dispensing Apparatus

A dispensing apparatus (for delivering metered doses from a pressurized dispensing container) having a housing receiving the container and a dose counter with dose indication element. The dose counter has an indexing mechanism advancing the indication element on container actuation. The dispensing apparatus has an indexing member moving within the housing in sync with the container wherein on actuation of the container in a normal mode of operation the indexing member interfaces with the indexing mechanism to apply a force to the indexing mechanism to incrementally advance the indication element. The indexing member and mechanism are configured to cooperate with one another, upon the input of a force in a second mode, such that the indexing mechanism transmits a force to the indexing member sufficient to generate a relative displacing movement between the indexing member and mechanism without incurring incremental advancement of the indication element. 138-. (canceled)39. A dispensing apparatus for delivering metered doses of product from a pressurised dispensing container comprising:a housing for receiving a pressurised dispensing container;a dose counting mechanism comprising at least one indication element for displaying to a user an indication associated with the number or quantity of doses dispensed from, or the number or quantity of doses remaining in, the received pressurised dispensing container;the dose counting mechanism further comprising an indexing mechanism for advancing the at least one indication element on actuation of the received pressurised dispensing container;wherein the dispensing apparatus comprises an indexing member capable of moving within the housing in sync with the received pressurised dispensing container;wherein the indexing member and the indexing mechanism are configured to cooperate with one another, on actuation of the received pressurised dispensing container in a first mode, such that the indexing member interfaces with the ...

DOSE COUNTER FOR A METERED-DOSE INHALER

A dose counter for counting doses of medicament dispensed by or remaining in a metered-dose inhaler. The dose counter includes a rotatably mounted first gear wheel having ratchet teeth and a display coupled to the first gear wheel, the display having a visible array of dose counting indicia indexable in response to rotary motion of the first gear wheel. The dose counter further includes an actuator mechanism having a first ratchet drive pawl for engaging the ratchet teeth of the first gear wheel in response to the dispensation of a medicament dose, and a second ratchet drive pawl for engaging the ratchet teeth of a gear wheel coupled to the display. In use, a first ratchet tooth of the first gear wheel is rotatably driven by the first pawl and then a second ratchet tooth of the gear wheel coupled to the display is rotatably driven by the second pawl. 1. A dose counter for counting doses of medicament dispensed by or remaining in a metered-dose inhaler , the dose counter comprising:a rotatably mounted first gear wheel having a circular arrangement of ratchet teeth;a display coupled to the first gear wheel, the display having a visible array of dose counting indicia indexable in response to rotary motion of the first gear wheel; andan actuator mechanism having a first ratchet drive pawl for engaging the ratchet teeth of the first gear wheel in response to the dispensation of a medicament dose,wherein the actuator mechanism further comprises a second ratchet drive pawl for engaging the ratchet teeth of either the first gear wheel or a second gear wheel that is coupled to the display, and wherein the actuator mechanism is configured such that, in use of the dose counter for counting a dispensed dose, a first ratchet tooth of the first gear wheel is engaged and rotatably driven by the first ratchet drive pawl and then a second ratchet tooth of either the first gear wheel or the second gear wheel is coupled to the display is engaged and rotatably driven by the second ...

MOUTHPIECE FOR USE WITH NEBULIZER AND SIMILAR DEVICES

Described herein are improved mouthpieces for the delivery of air (sometimes including medicine) to a user. The mouthpieces can include features that enable the user to better keep the mouthpiece in his or her mouth, such as one or more ridges and/or a wider mouth portion; can include features for increased durability, such as one or more internal support pillars; and can include combinations of these features. 1. A mouthpiece , comprising:a connection portion; anda mouth portion for insertion into a user's mouth connected to said connection portion, said mouth portion comprising one or more ridges configured to abut a user's teeth.2. The mouthpiece of claim 1 , comprising at least two of said ridges.3. The mouthpiece of claim 2 , wherein said mouth portion comprises a top surface and a bottom surface; andwherein at least one of said ridges is on said top surface and at least one of said ridges is on said bottom surface.4. The mouthpiece of claim 3 , wherein said top surface is substantially flat and said bottom surface is substantially flat.5. The mouthpiece of claim 3 , wherein at least two of said ridges are on said top surface and at least two of said ridges are on said bottom surface.6. The mouthpiece of claim 3 , wherein one of said ridges on said top surface and one of said ridges on said bottom surface are substantially vertically aligned.7. The mouthpiece of claim 1 , wherein at least one of said ridges is on a front end of said mouth portion.8. The mouthpiece of claim 1 , further including a support pillar within said mouth portion.9. The mouthpiece of claim 8 , wherein said support pillar overlaps one or more of said ridges.10. The mouthpiece of claim 9 , wherein said support pillar and at least one of said overlapping ridges run perpendicularly to one another.11. A mouthpiece claim 9 , comprising:a connection portion defining a connection portion airway therethrough; anda mouth portion for insertion into a user's mouth connected to said connection ...

SAMPLING APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING THE AMOUNT AND UNIFORMITY OF A DELIVERED DOSE OF DRUG AND RELATED METHODS

In an embodiment, the present invention is an apparatus, configured to collect emitted sample dose from a drug delivery device, wherein the sample dose is an aerosol, wherein the apparatus comprises a collection assembly and a removable plunger. 1. A collection assembly for collecting a sample dose from a drug delivery device , the apparatus comprising:i) a collection container that comprises a hollow cylinder having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a first opening at a proximal end and a second opening at a distal end of the hollow cylinder, wherein the second opening is configured to allow the collection container to connect to a system configured to apply negative pressure through the second opening;ii) a closure assembly that comprises a resealable inlet baffle operatively connected to the proximal end of the collection container and comprises a central opening which receives a mouthpiece of the drug delivery device and forms a seal between the collection container and the mouthpiece, and wherein the central opening of the inlet baffle is configured to receive a removable plunger such that the removable plunger passes through the inlet baffle into the collection container and contacts the inner surface of the collection container; andiii) a resealable nozzle operatively connected to the second opening.2. The collection assembly of claim 1 , wherein the collection container is a syringe.3. The collection assembly of claim 1 , wherein the collection container is glass claim 1 , plastic claim 1 , polypropylene claim 1 , or polyethylene.4. The collection assembly of claim 1 , wherein the closure assembly further comprises a removable inlet baffle cap which is configured to seal the inlet baffle.5. The collection assembly of claim 1 , wherein the drug delivery device is a metered dose inhaler (MDI) claim 1 , a pressurized metered dose inhaler (pMDI) claim 1 , or a dry powder inhaler (DPI).6. The collection assembly of claim 1 , wherein the resealable inlet ...

INHALER WITH ONE OR MORE VISUAL SENSORS

Techniques disclosed herein provide for increased accuracy of information regarding the administration of medicine via an inhaler by obtaining data from a variety of data sources, including a visual sensor of the inhaler. Data can then be fused to make a determination of the effectiveness of how the medicine was administered, and an indication of the determined effectiveness can be relayed to another device. 1. A method of operating an inhaler with a visual sensor , the method comprising:obtaining, at the inhaler, information from the visual sensor indicative of the presence of one or more facial features;obtaining orientation information indicative of an orientation of the inhaler;receiving an indication that a drug has been administered by the inhaler; the information from the visual sensor,', 'the orientation information, and', 'the indication that the drug has been administered; and, 'making a determination of an effectiveness of how the drug was administered with the inhaler based, at least in part, onsending an indication of the determined effectiveness from the inhaler to another device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the information regarding the presence of one or more facial features further comprises information regarding orientation, size, proximity, or location of the one or more facial features, or any combination thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising sending claim 1 , from the inhaler to the other device claim 1 , an indication of a time at which the drug was administered.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the orientation information is obtained from an accelerometer claim 1 , a gyroscope claim 1 , and/or the visual sensor.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein making the determination of the effectiveness of how the drug was administered with the inhaler is further based on information from a microphone.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the information from the microphone is indicative of timing of inhalation claim 5 , duration of ...

Metered-Dose Inhaler Counter with Switch and Metered-Dose Inhaler Including Such a Counter

A dose counter includes a triggering unit having at least a first and a second trigger member thereon. The triggering unit is configured interact with the canister of a metered-dose inhaler when the canister moves in a longitudinal direction from a rest position to an activation position. A circuit assembly includes a substrate with at least a first and a second switch thereon. The first and second switches are configured to interact with the first and second trigger members when the canister moves from the rest position to the activation position. The circuit assembly includes a counting circuit that is configured to receive a signal from the first and second switches and to determine when the metered dose inhaler is activated. 1. A dose counter for a metered dose inhaler , the metered dose inhaler having an actuation housing and canister with an activation valve at a valve end of the canister , the canister being configured to be received in the actuation housing and to move from a rest position to an activation position in which the valve is depressed against a bottom portion of the actuation housing , the dose counter comprising:a triggering unit having at least a first and a second trigger member thereon, the triggering unit being configured interact with the canister when the canister moves in a longitudinal direction from the rest position to the activation position;a circuit assembly having a substrate with at least a first and a second switch thereon, the first and second switches being configured to interact with the first and second trigger members when the canister moves from the rest position to the activation position such that the first trigger member triggers the first switch when the canister reaches a first longitudinal position and the second trigger member triggers the second switch when the canister reaches a second longitudinal position that is different from the first longitudinal position during movement of the canister from the rest position ...

AEROSOL DELIVERY SYSTEMS

There is provided an electronically controlled, motor-driven, breath actuated metered dose inhaler for delivering aerosolized medicament or other matter to a user. The inhaler may comprise a base housing including a motor-driven actuator and other system components and a removable aerosol cartridge insertably receivable in the base housing. The inhaler may be paired with a smart phone or other client computing device to provide additional functionality, such as to provide instructional information and feedback regarding usage of the inhaler, to generate and display dosage tracking information, and to provide alerts and reminders to a user of the inhaler or others. 1. An aerosol delivery unit for selectively delivering a dose of aerosolized matter , the aerosol delivery unit comprising:a base housing;an actuator assembly provided in the base housing; and a canister containing matter to be aerosolized; and', 'a cartridge unit within which the canister is loaded, the cartridge unit including a cartridge body having a mouthpiece aperture through which to inhale the dose of aerosolized matter released from the canister, one or more intake apertures through which air can enter the cartridge unit, and an inhalation passageway extending from a location of the one or more intake apertures to a location of the mouthpiece aperture and being in fluid communication with a discharge outlet of the canister, and the cartridge unit further including a power source carried by the cartridge body for powering the actuator assembly provided in the base housing adjacent the removable cartridge assembly., 'a removable cartridge assembly coupled to the base housing and interfacing with the actuator assembly, the removable cartridge assembly including2. The aerosol delivery unit of wherein the base housing includes an electronic display from which to display information pertaining to the delivery of the aerosolized matter claim 1 , the display being powered by the power source of the ...

ADMINISTRATION METHOD FOR A MEDICAL SPRAY INHALER AND THE MEDICAL SPRAY INHALER

An administration method for a medical spray inhaler and the medical spray inhaler, which utilizes an inhaling sensing unit to sense an air flow change for generating an inhaling signal after a user inhales by an inhaler body. A control unit is then used to receive the inhaling signal and calculate a delay time. After the delay time, the control unit outputs a control instruction to control a medicine container disposed on the inhaler body to spray a medical spray and concurrently records the ventilation volume per inhalation of the user. 1. An administration method for a medical spray inhaler comprising steps of:(a) using an inhaling sensing unit to sense an air flow change and generate an inhaling signal when a user inhales by said inhaler body;(b) using a control unit to receive said inhaling signal, and then using a timing module to calculate a delay time after said control unit receives said inhaling signal; and(c) using said control unit to output a control instruction to control a medicine container disposed on said inhaler body to spray a medical spray after said delay time.2. The administration method for a medical spray inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein in said step (c) claim 1 , said control unit controls a pressing unit to press said medicine container to spray said medical spray.3. The administration method for a medical spray inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said inhaling sensing unit senses an inhaling air speed and an inhaling time of an inhalation of said user claim 1 , and said control unit calculates a ventilation volume according to said inhaling air speed claim 1 , said inhaling time claim 1 , and a known measure of an air intake and saves said ventilation volume in a recording module.4. A medical spray inhaler allowing a medicine container to be set therein for use and using the administration method for a medical spray inhaler of claim 1 , wherein said medical spray inhaler comprises an inhaler body including an inhaling part ...

DOSE COUNTER FOR A METERED-DOSE INHALER

A dose counter for counting doses of medicament dispensed by or remaining in a metered-dose inhaler. The dose counter includes: a rotatably mounted gear wheel having a circular arrangement of ratchet teeth; a display coupled to the gear wheel, the display having a visible array of dose counting indicia indexable in response to rotary motion of the gear wheel; and an actuator mechanism having a driver for rotatably driving the gear wheel in response to the dispensation of a medicament dose, the driver being arranged to engage the ratchet teeth of the gear wheel. The actuator mechanism includes a pivotally mounted lever having an input portion. The lever is arranged to amplify a linear stroke at the input portion such that a linear stroke of the driver exceeds the linear input stroke. By amplifying the stroke, the risk of undercounting due to insufficient stroke length may be reduced. 1. A dose counter for counting doses of medicament dispensed by or remaining in a metered-dose inhaler , the dose counter comprising:a rotatably mounted gear wheel having a circular arrangement of ratchet teeth;a display coupled to the gear wheel, the display having a visible array of dose counting indicia indexable in response to rotary motion of the gear wheel; andan actuator mechanism having a driver for rotatably driving the gear wheel in response to the dispensation of a medicament dose, the driver being arranged to engage the ratchet teeth of the gear wheel, 'wherein the actuator mechanism further comprises an actuator shaft mounted for contact by and reciprocating movement with a medicament canister of the metered-dose inhaler, an output portion of the actuator shaft being arranged to engage the input portion of the lever.', 'wherein the actuator mechanism comprises a pivotally mounted lever having an input portion, the lever being arranged to amplify a linear stroke at the input portion such that a linear stroke of the driver exceeds the linear input stroke, and'}2. A dose ...

Pore Structures for Reduced Pressure Aerosolization

A nozzle comprising a thin, flexible substantially planar polymeric film having a plurality of pores with structures allowing for generation of an aerosol at reduced extrusion pressure is disclosed. The pores can comprise at least two sections, or steps, in which the thickness of the membrane is reduced in stepwise fashion, or the pores can be tapered. Nozzles formed comprising pores having such structures permit aerosol generation at lower extrusion pressures, thereby allowing for decreased weight of aerosolization devices, increased efficiency, increased portability and increased battery life. The pore structures also allow for the use of thicker, more easily processed polymeric films in manufacturing while having a thinner, more efficient aerosolization area. The use of decreased extrusion pressures also results in increased uniformity in aerosol generation and improved reliability of other components. 127-. (canceled)28. An aerosol delivery device , comprisinga) a sheet, said sheet having a plurality of pores, wherein each of said pores has an entrance aperture size and an exit aperture size, and wherein the ratio of said entrance aperture size to said exit aperture size is at least about 10:1; andb) a container with a flowable liquid formulation, wherein said sheet has an entrance side to which said formulation is applied.29. The device of claim 28 , wherein the amount of liquid formulation in the container is from about 10 microliters to about 100 milliliters.30. The device of claim 29 , wherein the amount of liquid is from about 10 milliliters to about 90 milliliters.31. The device of claim 29 , wherein the amount of liquid is from about 20 microliters to about 100 microliters.32. The device of claim 28 , wherein the sheet is rigid.33. The device of claim 28 , wherein the sheet is a flexible membrane.34. The device of claim 28 , wherein the container is refillable.35. The device of claim 28 , wherein the container is disposable.36. The device of claim 28 , ...

Inhaler Device

A device () is disclosed for dispensing a fluid supplied from an external fluid source. The device comprises a transducer () adapted to receive a fluid from the fluid source, and a collapsible linkage and trip link () coupling the transducer and the fluid source. The linkage has a collapsible joint inhibiting discharge of the fluid source when in a locked orientation. The device () further comprises a moveable member coupled to the linkage such that inhalation forces on the device cause the linkage to collapse thereby discharging the fluid from the fluid source. The device may further include a dose counter coupled to the fluid source for registering the amount of doses administered from the fluid source. 150850451450450451450850436508508. An inhaler for dispensing metered doses of a medicament , the inhaler comprising a housing , an actuator member () moveable relative to the housing; a first link member () for coupling with a container of medicament; and a restraining surface () connectable with the first link member () for restraining movement of the first link member () from a first position , in which the medicament container is located in a stowed configuration , to a second position , in which the medicament container is located in a discharge configuration so as to dispense medicament; wherein the restraining surface () is moveable from a restraining position in response to movement of the actuator member () from a nominal position so as to allow movement of the first link member () from the first position to the second position; characterised in that the inhaler further comprises an elastically and resiliently deformable member () arranged adjacent the actuator member () so as to be compressed and thereby bias the actuator member () towards said nominal position.236. The inhaler as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the deformable member () has an annular shape.33694. The inhaler as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a circular hole defined by the annular shape of the ...

CLEANING MANAGEMENT APPARATUS AND CLEANING MANAGEMENT METHOD

A cleaning management apparatus manages bedside cleaning for an endoscope connected to an examination apparatus. After an examination is completed, a measurement unit measures the operation time of a predetermined operation button of the endoscope. A recording control unit records that a preliminary cleaning has already been performed when the operation time that has been measured satisfies a completion condition. A notification unit gives notice of a message indicating that the preliminary cleaning is completed when the measured operation time satisfies the completion condition. 1. A cleaning management apparatus for managing preliminary cleaning of an endoscope connected to an examination apparatus , comprising:a processor comprising hardware, wherein the processor is configured to:measure an operation time of a predetermined operation button of the endoscope after an examination is completed; andrecord that the preliminary cleaning has already been performed when the operation time that has been measured satisfies a completion condition.2. The cleaning management apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is configured to:measure respective operation times of a plurality of operation buttons; andrecord that the preliminary cleaning has already been performed when the respective operation times of the plurality of operation buttons satisfy the completion condition.3. The cleaning management apparatus according to claim 2 , whereinthe processor is configured to measure an operation time of a suction button, an operation time of a water supply button, and an operation time of an air supply button.4. The cleaning management apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is configured to give notice of a message indicating that the preliminary cleaning is completed when the measured operation times satisfy the completion condition.5. The cleaning management apparatus according to claim 1 , whereinthe processor is configured to give notice of a ...

Wearable Wrist Inhaler

A wearable wrist inhaler includes a wristband having a first end and a second end configured for wear about a user's wrist. An inhaler unit is coupled to the wristband displaced from the first end and the second end, the inhaler unit including a housing having a plurality of walls defining an interior area and an outlet port in communication with the interior area. A watch assembly is positioned atop the housing of the inhaler unit, the watch assembly energized by a battery and includes a display configured to indicate a time of day. A dosage chamber including a medicament is positioned in the interior area of the housing. A dispensing assembly is communication with the inhaler medicament that is configured to dispense an individual portion of the medicament via the outlet port upon demand by a user.

Wearable Wrist Inhaler

A wearable wrist inhaler includes a wristband having a first end and a second end configured for wear about a user's wrist. An inhaler unit is removably coupled to the wristband displaced from the first end and the second end, the inhaler unit including a housing having a plurality of walls defining an interior area and an outlet port in communication with the interior area. A watch assembly is positioned atop the housing of the inhaler unit, the watch assembly energized by a battery and includes a display configured to indicate a time of day. A dosage chamber including a medicament is positioned in the interior area of the housing. A dispensing assembly is communication with the inhaler medicament that is configured to dispense an individual portion of the medicament via the outlet port upon demand by a user. 1. A wearable wrist inhaler , comprising:a wristband having a first end and a second end configured for wear about a user's wrist;an inhaler unit releasably coupled to said wristband displaced from said first end and said second end, said inhaler unit including a housing having a plurality of walls defining an interior area and an outlet port in communication with the interior area;a watch assembly positioned atop said housing of said inhaler unit;a mouthpiece coupled to said outlet port of said housing;a medicine container containing a quantity of an inhaler medicament;a dispensing assembly in communication with said medicine container that is configured to dispense an individual portion of said medicament via said outlet port on demand by a user; an actuator nozzle mounted in said interior area of said housing and positioned adjacent to said open front end of said housing;', 'said medicine container includes a medicine canister situated in said interior area having a distal end accessible through said rear end of said housing and an opposed proximal end and a canister reservoir for holding a liquid medicine, said medicine canister having an valve stem nested ...

Compliance Monitor

This invention relates to a compliance monitor for monitoring patient usage of a medicament delivery device, where the medicament delivery device includes a store of medicament and a medicament dispensing means. The compliance monitor includes a housing adapted to enclose the medicament delivery device, and a dose counter, associated with the housing, for recording the delivery of a dose of medicament to the patient from the medicament delivery device. The arrangement and construction is such that the housing is loosely coupled to the medicament delivery device, whereby the housing is able to move relative to the medicament delivery device during the delivery of the dose of medicament, and it is this movement which actuates the dose counter, either directly or indirectly, in order to record the delivery of the dose of medicament.

Fluid product dispenser

A fluid dispenser comprising a body (1), a fluid reservoir (2), a dispenser member, such as a pump or a valve, mounted on said reservoir (2), and a dose indicator device for indicating the number of doses of fluid that have been dispensed or that remain to be dispensed from said reservoir, the dispenser being characterized in that said dose indicator device includes a first safety system for actuating the dose indicator device once the dispenser has performed a predetermined incomplete actuation stroke, even if the dispenser does not perform the complete actuation stroke.

INHALATION PEN

The present invention relates to an inhaler for administering a defined dose of an active ingredient into the respiratory tracts of a user. The inhaler has an elongate shape defining a longitudinal axis and a cross-sectional profile, wherein the maximum cross-sectional area is at most 4 cmand the maximum extension of the cross-section is at most 2.85 cm. 125-. (canceled)26. An inhaler for repeatedly administering a defined dose of an active ingredient into the respiratory tracts of a user , wherein the inhaler has an elongate shape defining a longitudinal axis and a cross-sectional profile , wherein the maximum cross-sectional area is at most 4 cmand the maximum linear extension of the cross-section is at most 2.85 cm.27. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum cross-sectional area is at most 3 cm.28. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum cross-sectional area is at most 2 cm.29. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum cross-sectional area is at most 1.5 cm.30. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum extension of the cross-section is at most 2.2 cm.31. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum extension of the cross-section is at most 1.5.32. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the maximum extension of the cross-section is at most 1.1 cm.33. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the inhaler has essentially the shape of a ballpoint pen.34. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein the inhaler comprises a clip which is adapted for fixing the inhaler in a shirt and/or jacket pocket.35. The inhaler according to claim 26 , wherein a first end of the inhaler comprises a suction orifice.36. The inhaler according to claim 35 , wherein the first end is movable such that it can be moved from a first position claim 35 , in which the first end is aligned substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the inhaler claim 35 , into a second position claim 35 , in which the first end ...

DISPENSING DEVICE

A medicament dispensing device for dispensing metered dosages of a medicament includes an actuator housing having a longitudinally extending cavity and a container disposed in the cavity and having a cylinder with a first outer diameter. The cylinder is adapted to hold the medicament. The container is reciprocally moveable relative to the actuator housing along a longitudinal axis. An indicating device includes an indicator housing having a tubular portion connected to said container, with the indicating device being reciprocally moveable with the container relative to the actuator housing. The tubular portion has a second outer diameter that is of substantially the same diameter as the first outer diameter. A longitudinally extending side wall has a viewing window formed therein. An indicator is rotatably mounted in the indicator housing, with a surface thereof having indicia visible through the viewing window. 136-. (canceled)37. A dispensing device comprising:a container having a cylindrical side wall, a bottom, a top and a valve stem extending from said top, said container comprising a medicament;a dispenser connected to said valve stem, wherein said container and said dispenser are moveable relative to each other along a longitudinal direction wherein said container dispenses a metered dosage of said medicament; a housing comprising a circumferential skirt extending in said longitudinal direction and surrounding said cylindrical side wall of said container adjacent said bottom of said container;', 'an indicator member rotatably mounted in said housing about a longitudinal axis extending in said longitudinal direction, said indicator member comprising a plurality of teeth extending from a bottom of said indicator member in said longitudinal direction;', 'a drive assembly rotatably mounted in said housing about a rotation axis lying substantially perpendicular to said longitudinal axis, said drive assembly comprising a drive member selectively engaged with said ...

MEDICINAL INHALER REFILL ASSEMBLIES COMPRISING A LOCKOUT OVERRIDE MECHANISM

A refill assembly () for use in a medicinal inhaler (). The refill assembly includes a patient port (), and an adapter () configured to cause a dose of medicament to be released. The adapter is movable between a first position in which a dose of medicament is not released and a second position in which a dose of medicament is released. The refill assembly further includes a lockout mechanism positioned to lock the adapter in its first position, and a lockout override actuator (). The lockout override actuator is movable between a first position in which the lockout mechanism is in a first locked state, and a second position in which the lockout mechanism is in a second unlocked state and the adapter is movable from its first position to its second position even when the refill assembly is not coupled to a reusable assembly. 1. A refill assembly for use in a medicinal inhaler and configured to be removably coupled to a reusable assembly of a medicinal inhaler , the refill assembly comprising:a patient port;an adapter configured to cause a dose of medicament to be released, the adapter movable between a first position in which a dose of medicament is not released and a second position in which a dose of medicament is released;a lockout mechanism positioned to lock the adapter in its first position, wherein the lockout mechanism is releasable in response to the refill assembly and the reusable assembly being coupled together, such that movement of the adapter between its first position and its second position is permitted when the refill assembly is coupled to a reusable assembly and is inhibited when the refill assembly is not coupled to a reusable assembly; anda lockout override actuator movable between a first position in which the lockout mechanism is in a first locked state, and a second position in which the lockout mechanism is in a second unlocked state and the adapter is movable from its first position to its second position even when the refill assembly is ...

MEDICINAL INHALER REFILL ASSEMBLIES COMPRISING A LOCKOUT MECHANISM

A refill assembly () for use in a medicinal inhaler (). The refill assembly includes a patient port (), and an adapter () configured to cause a dose of medicament to be released. The adapter is movable between a first position in which a dose of medicament is not released and a second position in which a dose of medicament is released. The refill assembly further includes a lockout member () movable between (i) a first (locked) position in which the adapter is not movable from its first position to its second position, and (ii) a second (unlocked) position in which the adapter is movable from its first position to its second position. 1. A refill assembly for use in a medicinal inhaler and configured to be removably coupled to a reusable assembly of a medicinal inhaler , the refill assembly comprising:a patient port;an adapter configured to cause a dose of medicament to be released, the adapter movable between a first position in which a dose of medicament is not released and a second position in which a dose of medicament is released; anda lockout member movable between (i) a first position in which the adapter is not movable from its first position to its second position, and (ii) a second position in which the adapter is movable from its first position to its second position;wherein the lockout member is in its first position when the refill assembly is not coupled to a reusable assembly and is in its second position when the refill assembly is coupled to a reusable assembly.2. The refill assembly of claim 1 , wherein when the lockout member is in the second position claim 1 , the adapter is further movable from its second position to its first position.3. The refill assembly of claim 1 , further comprising an axis that defines an axial direction that extends along or substantially parallel to the axis claim 1 , and wherein the adapter is movable in the axial direction between its first position and its second position.4. The refill assembly of claim 1 , further ...

IDENTIFYING AND QUANTIFYING COMPONENTS IN A HIGH-MELTING-POINT LIQUID

Apparatus, systems, and methods for identifying and quantifying chemical components in a high-melting-point liquid. One such method includes: receiving, into a nebulizer assembly, a high-melting-point liquid from a molten liquid conduit; aerosolizing, using the nebulizer assembly, at least a portion of the received high-melting-point liquid; delivering, into one or more instruments, the aerosolized high-melting-point liquid from the nebulizer; and chemically analyzing, using the one or more instruments, the aerosolized high-melting-point liquid. 1. A system , comprising:a molten liquid conduit; 'wherein the nebulizer assembly is further adapted to aerosolize at least a portion of the high-melting-point liquid received from the molten liquid conduit;', 'a nebulizer assembly operably coupled to the molten liquid conduit and adapted to receive, from the molten liquid conduit, a high-melting-point liquid;'} 'wherein the one or more instruments are further adapted to chemically analyze the aerosolized high-melting-point liquid.', 'one or more instruments operably coupled to the nebulizer assembly and adapted to receive the aerosolized high-melting-point liquid from the nebulizer,'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the nebulizer assembly comprises:a nebulizer including a first fluid vessel in which the nebulizer is adapted to aerosolize the at least a portion of the high-melting-point liquid received from the molten liquid conduit.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the nebulizer assembly further comprises:an evacuator including a second fluid vessel adapted to receive, from the molten liquid conduit, the high-melting-point liquid, the second fluid vessel being operably coupled to the first fluid vessel of the nebulizer.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the nebulizer assembly further comprises:a valve operably coupled between, and in fluid communication with, the molten liquid conduit and the second fluid vessel of the evacuator.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein the ...

SUBSTANCE DELIVERY MODULE

A substance delivery module () and apparatus () for delivering a substance in aerosol form are disclosed. The substance delivery module () comprises a substance container (), a piston () and an actuator () configured to engage the substance container () and urge the substance container () onto the piston (), so dispensing the substance into the through passage () of the piston. The actuator () and substance container () are mounted in the substance delivery module () for relative motion, such relative motion bringing the actuator () into engagement with the substance container (). The substance delivery module () may be assembled with an aerosol generator () and an aerosol delivery conduit () to form an apparatus () for delivering a substance in aerosol form. The apparatus () may further comprise a control module (). 1. A substance delivery module comprising:a piston;a substance container axially aligned with the piston; andan actuator, configured to engage the substance container and urge the substance container onto the piston, wherein the actuator and substance container are mounted in the module for relative motion of the actuator with respect to the substance container, such motion bringing the actuator into axial alignment with the piston and substance container and into engagement with the substance container, forcing the substance container onto the piston.2. A module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the piston is dimensioned to displace an internal volume of the substance container.3. A module as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the piston comprises a passage extending therethrough.4. A module as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the piston comprises a cutting element claim 3 , mounted on a leading surface of the piston.5. A module as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the cutting element is disposed about a leading opening of the piston passage.6. A module as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the piston further comprises a second cutting element mounted about a rim of the ...

VALVE FOR PRESSURIZED METERED DOSE DISPENSER

A valve for an aerosol canister for containing medicaments is disclosed. The valve comprises a valve assembly, a ferrule for holding the valve assembly and a gasket for insertion into the ferrule. The ferrule has at least one ferrule interference surface and the gasket has at least one gasket interference surface, and the contact zone between the ferrule interference surface and the gasket interference surface comprises a plurality of relief portions. Preferably, the ferrule interference surface comprises a plurality of ferrule relief pockets and the gasket interference surface comprises a plurality of gasket relief pockets. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing a valve for an aerosol canister. 1. A valve for an aerosol canister , the valve comprising a valve assembly , a ferrule for holding the valve assembly and a gasket for insertion into the ferrule , wherein the ferrule has at least one ferrule interference surface and the gasket has at least one gasket interference surface , and wherein the contact zone between the ferrule interference surface and the gasket interference surface comprises a plurality of relief portions.2. A valve as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ferrule interference surface comprises a plurality of ferrule relief pockets.3. A valve as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the gasket interference surface comprises a plurality of gasket relief pockets.4. A valve for an aerosol canister claim 2 , the valve comprising a valve assembly claim 2 , a ferrule for holding the valve assembly and a gasket for insertion into the ferrule claim 2 , wherein the ferrule has at least one ferrule interference surface and the gasket has at least one gasket interference surface claim 2 , and wherein the ferrule interference surface and/or the gasket interference surface comprise a plurality of relief pockets.5. A valve as claimed in wherein the ferrule interference surface and/or the gasket interference surface comprise five or more relief portions or relief ...

ENGINE WEAR DETECTION SYSTEM

An engine wear detection system includes (a) detector for generating a signal correlated with the rotation of a rotary member of an engine; (b) a processor for processing said signal to determine the number of rotations performed by the rotary member; and, (c) a cyclometer display for visually displaying the cumulative number of rotations. 1. An engine wear detection system comprising:a) detector configured for generating a signal correlated with the rotation of a rotary member of an engine;b) processor configured to receive and process said signal to determine the number of rotations performed by the rotary member; and,c) cyclometer display configured for visually displaying the cumulative number of rotations over a lifetime of the engine.2. The system of wherein the detector comprises an optical sensor positioned in the vicinity of the rotary member.3. The system of wherein the detector comprises an electromagnetic sensor positioned in the vicinity of the rotary member.4. The system of wherein the rotary member comprises a crankshaft claim 1 , cam shaft or flywheel.5. The system of wherein the cyclometer display comprises a digital counter.6. The system of further including a timer claim 1 , wherein the processor further determines the rotation speed of the crankshaft claim 1 , and the system further includes a tachometer and an odometer claim 1 , wherein the display visually displays distance traveled by the engine over the lifetime of the engine claim 1 , rotation speed and cumulative rotations over the lifetime of the engine.7. An engine in combination with the engine wear detection system of .8. An instrument panel of a motor vehicle having an engine claim 1 , the instrument panel including a tachometer configured for visually displaying the engine speed and a cyclometer display configured for visually displaying the cumulative number of rotations of a rotary member of the engine over the lifetime of the engine.9. The instrument panel of wherein the engine is ...

PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING AN INTEGRATED MEMBRANE OF NOZZLES IN MEMS TECHNOLOGY FOR A SPRAY DEVICE AND SPRAY DEVICE USING SUCH MEMBRANE

A process for manufacturing a membrane of nozzles of a spray device, comprising the steps of laying a substrate, forming a membrane layer on the substrate, forming a plurality of nozzles in the membrane layer, forming a plurality of supply channels in the substrate, each supply channel being substantially aligned in a vertical direction to a respective nozzle of the plurality of nozzles and in direct communication with the respective nozzle. 1. A spray device comprising:a reservoir having an inner chamber configured so as to contain a fluid substance; and a substrate;', 'a plurality of supply channels in the substrate;', 'a membrane layer that includes a plurality of nozzles respectively aligned in a first direction with a respective supply channel of said plurality of supply channels, each nozzle being in direct communication with the respective supply channel; and', 'a plurality of guide channels on opposite sides of the respective nozzles with respect to the respective supply channels, each nozzle being positioned between the respective guide channel and the respective supply channel, each supply channel being configured to supply a portion of the fluid to the respective nozzle, each nozzle being configured to output the fluid supplied by the respective supply channel, and each guide channel being configured to guide the fluid output from the respective nozzle., 'an emission structure coupled to the reservoir for emission of the fluid, said emission structure including a nozzle membrane that includes2. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein said membrane layer is distinct from said substrate.3. The spray device of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is made of a first material and the membrane layer is made of a second material claim 1 , the first material being different from the second material or the first and second materials are a same material in different crystalline states.4. The spray device according to claim 3 , wherein said first material is ...

FLUID PRODUCT DISPENSER

A fluid dispenser comprising a body (), a fluid reservoir (), a dispenser member, such as a pump or a valve, mounted on said reservoir (), and a dose indicator device for indicating the number of doses of fluid that have been dispensed or that remain to be dispensed from said reservoir, the dispenser being characterized in that said dose indicator device includes a first safety system for actuating the dose indicator device once the dispenser has performed a predetermined incomplete actuation stroke, even if the dispenser does not perform the complete actuation stroke. 1. A fluid dispenser comprising:a plurality of displayable dose values;a stationary body comprising at least one stationary multi-toothed gear;a first member that is displaceable axially relative to said stationary body;a second member that is displaceable axially and in rotation relative to said stationary body, said second member being engageable with said first member and said stationary body; andwhen said first member displaces axially, said second member is caused to be displaced axially and permitted to rotate relative to said stationary body, so as to change a displayed dose value from among the plurality of displayable dose values.2. The fluid dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the stationary body claim 1 , the first member claim 1 , and the second member are arranged to have a common central longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the first member is displaceable axially along the central longitudinal axis claim 1 , and the second member is displaceable axially along the central longitudinal axis and is displaceable rotationally around the central longitudinal axis.3. The fluid dispenser according to claim 1 , wherein the second member comprises at least one multi-toothed gear. This is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/693,864 filed Sep. 1, 2017, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/152,706 filed May 12, 2016 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,775,958 issued Oct. ...

Counting Mechanism for a Drug Delivery Device and Drug Delivery Device

The present disclosure concerns a counting mechanism for a drug delivery device, comprising a first counting member comprising an interaction element, a second counting member comprising engagement elements that are configured to engage with the interaction element of the first counting member, and a separating member, wherein the first counting member is moveable relative to the separating member between a first and a second relative position, and the separating member is configured to prevent an engagement of the interaction element with the engagement elements when the first counting member is in the second relative position with respect to the separating member. Further, the present disclosure concerns a drug delivery device comprising said counting mechanism. 114-. (canceled)15. Counting mechanism for a drug delivery device ,comprisinga first counting member comprising an interaction element,a second counting member comprising engagement elements that are configured to engage with the interaction element of the first counting member, and a separating member,wherein the first counting member is moveable relative to the separating member between a first and a second relative position, andthe separating member is configured to prevent an engagement of the interaction element with the engagement elements when the first counting member is in the second relative position with respect to the separating member,wherein the counting mechanism comprises a blocking element preventing a further operation of the counting mechanism when the first counting member is in a pre-defined first relative blocking position with respect to the blocking element and the second counting member is in a pre-defined second relative blocking position with respect to the blocking element.16. Counting mechanism according to claim 15 , wherein the separating member is configured to enable an engagement of the interaction element with one of the engagement elements when the first counting member ...

PORTABLE HOLDING CHAMBER

A medication delivery system having a holding chamber capable of delivering dosages of medicament from a metered dose inhaler. The holding chamber includes a first housing component having a user interface with an outlet opening and a second housing component having an inlet opening spaced apart from the outlet opening of the first housing component. The first housing component is pivotally connected to the second housing component about a pivot axis. 118-. (canceled)19. A holding chamber comprising:a first housing component comprising a user interface comprising an outlet opening;a second housing component comprising an inlet opening spaced apart from the outlet opening of the first housing component, wherein the first housing component is pivotally connected to the second housing component about a pivot axis, wherein the first and second housing components are pivotable relative to each other about the pivot axis between a closed configuration, wherein the first and second housing components define an enclosed interior space, and an open configuration, wherein the first and second housing components are spaced apart and define an access opening communicating with the interior space; anda cap moveably connected to one of the first and second housing components, wherein the cap is moveable between a closed position, wherein the cap engages the other of the first and second housing component and maintains the first and second housing components in the closed configuration, and an open position, wherein the cap is disengaged from the other of the first and second housing component such that the first and second housing components are capable of being pivoted to the open configuration.20. The holding chamber of further comprising a spring biasing the cap to the open position.2156-. (canceled)57. A holding chamber comprising:a first housing component comprising a user interface having an outlet opening; anda second housing component having an inlet opening spaced apart ...

METERED DOSE INHALER APPLICATOR

A metered dose inhaler (“MDI”) applicator is disclosed that includes a carrier, a housing, an adjuster and a lever. The carrier defines an aperture configured to receive a boot of a MDI. The housing is configured to be assembled with the carrier and to move in a vertical direction within the MID applicator relative to the carrier. The adjuster is configured to move between a locked position and an unlocked position, wherein when the adjuster is in the locked position, the adjuster is configured to prevent the carrier and the housing from moving in one or more directions relative to one another. The lever is pivotally connected to the housing and is configured to transfer a force applied to the lever to a canister of the MDI and to actuate the MDI to dispense an aerosolized medicine. 15-. (canceled)6. A metered dose inhaler applicator comprising:a housing defining a cavity shaped to receive a medicament canister; anda lever pivotally connected to the housing about a pivot axis, the lever comprising a protuberance adapted to engage the medicament canister, wherein the lever is extendable relative to the housing between a first position, wherein the lever is spaced apart from the housing and is pivotable relative to the housing, and a second position, wherein the lever is positioned adjacent the housing and is prevented from being pivoted relative to the housing.7. The metered dose inhaler applicator of wherein the lever comprises a first portion pivotally connected to the housing claim 6 , and a second portion extendably connected to the first portion claim 6 , wherein the protruberance extends downwardly from the first portion claim 6 , wherein the second portion is extendable relative to the first portion between the first and second positions.8. The metered dose inhaler applicator of further comprising a detent holding the first and second portions in the first and second positions.9. The metered dose inhaler applicator of wherein the second portion is slidably ...

ENHANCED EDUCTOR DESIGN

The present invention provides for an enhanced eductor element that significantly increases the amount of pressure generated at the siphon tube without significantly increasing the flow resistance through the eductor. The invention further provides for breath-actuated inhalation devices comprising the enhanced eductor element as an actuation mechanism. 123.-. (canceled)24. A breath-actuated pressurized metered dose inhaler device for use in delivering drug particles to a patient's lungs by oral inhalation , the device comprising:(a) a medicament flow path; and(b) an enhanced eductor element comprising:a conduit comprising an inlet, an outlet, an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein the inner surface forms a hollow bore extending from the inlet to the outlet, and the inner surface is a generally smooth continuous curvilinear surface;{'sub': 'CZ', 'the conduit further comprising a constriction zone formed by a reduction in the diameter of a portion of the hollow bore between the inlet and the outlet, wherein the constriction zone diameter is smaller than the inlet diameter and the outlet diameter, and wherein the constriction zone has a length (L) along the main axis of the eductor, and a radius (R);'}a modification member disposed upon the conduit inner surface and in the constriction zone, wherein the modification member is a protrusion that locally reduces the constriction zone diameter and cross-sectional area, and wherein the modification member has a length (L) along the main axis of the eductor, and a height (H); anda siphon channel which establishes fluid communication between the conduit outer surface and the conduit inner surface, wherein the channel is adjacent to or surrounded by the modification member;wherein the eductor element increases the local velocity of the flow of an inspiratory breath to actuate the device; andwherein the conduit is not positioned within the medicament flow path.25. The device for use according to claim 24 , wherein the ...

Smokeless THC and Administration Method Thereof

A pharmaceutical composition and administration apparatus includes a portable powered vaporizer with a mouthpiece, smokeless vaporizing element, and a removable chamber. The chamber contains a composition comprising tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), FCC grade ethanol, flavoring, pharmaceutical grade nicotine, USP grade aqueous glycerine, USP/EP grade propylene glycol, and USP grade vegetable glycerine. In various formulas the THC may be at concentrations of 1-30%, 30-60% and 60-99%, while CBD concentrations may be 0-15% including other cannabinoids derived from extraction. 1. A pharmaceutical composition and administration apparatus comprising:a portable powered vaporizing apparatus having a mouthpiece, a smokeless vaporizing element, and a removable chamber;the chamber containing a composition comprising tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), FCC grade ethanol, flavoring, pharmaceutical grade nicotine, USP grade aqueous glycerine, USP/EP grade propylene glycol, and USP grade vegetable glycerine.2. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 1 , further comprising:from greater than 0 to 30 wt % tetrahydrocannabinol (THC);from greater than 0 to 15 wt % remaining cannabinoids including cannabidiol (CBD);from greater than 0 to 20 wt % FCC grade ethanol;from greater than 0 to 4 wt % flavorings;from greater than 0 to 3 wt % pharmaceutical grade nicotine;from greater than 0 to 20 wt % USP grade aqueous glycerine;from greater than 0 to 70 wt % USP/EP grade propylene glycol; andfrom greater than 0 to 25 wt % USP grade vegetable glycerine.3. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 1 , further comprising:from greater than 0 to 30 wt % tetrahydrocannabinol (THC);from greater than 0 to 15 wt % cannabidiol (CBD);from greater than 0 to 15 wt % remaining cannabinoids excluding cannabidiol (CBD);from greater than 0 to 20 wt % FCC grade ethanol;from greater than 0 to 4 wt % flavorings;from greater than 0 to 3 wt % pharmaceutical grade nicotine;from greater than 0 to ...

Multiple delivery device counter and counting method

A counter mechanism includes: a counter housing including a shaft and a hole; a first set of cam teeth located in the hole; a striker located in the hole and configured to move axially with respect to the hole having a second set of cam teeth; a counter wheel hub having a third set of cam teeth configured to communicate with both the first and second set of cam teeth, the counter wheel hub also having an actuator; and a counter wheel having an actuation feature configured to communicate with the actuator to cause the counter wheel to rotate when the counter wheel hub rotates. A method for counting dispensed items may also be described.

Metered Dose Dispensing Valve

The present disclosure relates to a metered dose dispensing valve for dispensing metered volumes of an aerosol formulation from an aerosol container. The valves described herein are particularly suitable for use with metered dose inhalers for the oral delivery of medicaments. By combining the compliant biasing member and the second valve body into an integral single component it is possible to provide a desirable metered dose dispensing valve for use in inhalation devices or for use in the provision of canisters targeted for use in inhalation devices. 2. A valve according to claim 1 , wherein the valve is configured and arranged such that claim 1 , in use claim 1 , when the valve stem is in its non-dispensing position claim 1 , the pre-metering region is in communication either continuously or transiently with the contents of the aerosol container and the metering chamber is in communication at least transiently with the pre-metering region to allow substance to pass from the aerosol container to the metering chamber claim 1 , and when the valve stem is in its dispensing position claim 1 , the pre-metering region is isolated from the metering chamber and a communication path is provided between the metering chamber and the outside of the valve and aerosol container assembly claim 1 , said path being either continuously or transiently open to allow substance to pass from the metering chamber to the outside of the valve and aerosol container assembly claim 1 ,3. A valve according to or claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the valve is configured and arranged such that claim 1 , in use claim 1 , the valve stem is moved axially inwardly towards the aerosol container from its non-dispensing position to its dispensing position and upon release moves outwardly under the action of the bias from its dispensing position to its non-dispensing position.4. A valve according to any one of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein said compliant biasing member is a spring member claim 1 , in ...

REPLACEABLE FLOW TRACT FOR AN INHALER

According to some embodiments there is provided a replaceable flow tract for use with an inhaler device which delivers at least one substance to a user, the inhaler device comprising a housing shaped to receive the flow tract and to further receive a construct comprising source material from which the at least one substance is released; the replaceable flow tract comprising: a conduit comprising: a first opening; a second opening configured for being in fluid communication with a mouthpiece; and a third opening having an elastic sealing member extending therefrom, the elastic sealing member shaped and sized for pressing against the construct when the construct is within the housing. 1. The kit according to claim 27 , wherein the replaceable flow tract comprises:a conduit comprising:a first opening;a second opening configured for being in fluid communication with a mouthpiece; anda third opening having an elastic sealing member extending therefrom, the elastic sealing member shaped and sized for pressing against the construct when the construct is within the inhaler housing.2. (canceled)3. The kit according to claim 1 , wherein the third opening is configured along a wall of the conduit.4. The kit according to claim 1 , wherein the elastic sealing member is shaped to seal a coupling between a surface of the construct through which airflow passes and the conduit.510-. (canceled)11. The kit according to claim 1 , wherein the sealing member comprises a base portion extending from the third opening of the conduit claim 1 , and a widening portion extending from the base portion claim 1 , the widening portion ending with a pliable lip sized to engage the construct.12. (canceled)13. The kit according to claim 1 , wherein the replaceable flow tract comprises at least one protrusion extending from a wall of the conduit claim 1 , the protrusion shaped and sized for at least one of guiding insertion of the replaceable flow tract and for locking the replaceable flow tract to the ...

AUTOMATED DRUG DISPENSING SYSTEMS WITH AUTOMATED HME BYPASS FOR VENTILATOR CIRCUITS

Dispensing systems for a ventilator circuit having a ventilator flow circuit with a normal inhalation flow path with a heat and moisture exchanger (HME), a flow sensor in communication with the ventilator circuit, an automated drug dispensing system with an actuator and a pressurized canister residing upstream of the HME, a bypass inhalation flow path residing downstream of the pressurized canister, and at least one electromechanical valve residing in the inhalation flow path to selectively open the valve which can be normally closed to define a closed bypass path. At least one controller opens the at least one electromechanical valve to open the bypass inhalation flow path and close the normal inhalation flow path through the HME only when the flow sensor indicates air flow is in an inhalation direction. Once the valve is open, the actuator dispenses medication through the bypass inhalation flow path to the patient. 1. A dispensing system for a ventilator circuit , comprising:a ventilator flow circuit comprising a normal inhalation flow path with a heat and moisture exchanger (HME);a flow sensor in communication with the ventilator circuit;an automated drug dispensing system with an actuator and a pressurized canister residing upstream of the HME;a bypass inhalation flow path residing downstream of the pressurized canister;at least one electromechanical valve residing in the inhalation flow path to selectively open a valve which is normally closed to define a closed bypass inhalation flow path; andat least one controller in communication with the flow sensor, the actuator and the at least one electromechanical valve, wherein the at least one controller opens the at least one electromechanical valve to open the bypass inhalation flow path and close the normal inhalation flow path through the HME only when the flow sensor indicates air flow is in an inhalation direction, and wherein, once the at least one electromechanical valve is open, the at least one controller ...

METERED DOSE INHALER WITH AN ELECTRONIC DOSE COUNTER

A metered dose inhaler with an electronic dose counter, and method of operating and forming the same. In one embodiment, the metered dose inhaler includes a pressurized canister assembly formed with a memory device affixed thereto. The metered dose inhaler also includes a canister housing into which the pressurized canister assembly is inserted, the canister housing formed with an electronic dose counter including a display configured to display a dose count of a drug in the pressurized canister assembly stored in the memory device. 1. A metered dose inhaler (MDI) , comprising:a pressurized canister assembly formed with a memory device affixed thereto; anda canister housing into which said pressurized canister assembly is inserted, said canister housing formed with an electronic dose counter including a display configured to display a dose count of a drug in said pressurized canister assembly stored in said memory device.2. The MDI as recited in further comprising a mouthpiece formed with a drug inhaling aperture and configured to be fitted into a drug delivery aperture of said canister housing.3. The MDI as recited in further comprising an inhaler cap configured to be fitted over said drug inhaling aperture of said mouthpiece.4. The MDI as recited in wherein said pressurized canister assembly includes a pressurized canister and a canister cap.5. The MDI as recited in wherein said memory device is affixed to said canister cap.6. The MDI as recited in wherein said canister cap is fitted to said pressurized canister.7. The MDI as recited in wherein said memory device communicates with said electronic dose counter over a wireless data transmission path or a metallic path with metallic contacts.8. The MDI as recited in wherein said pressurized canister assembly is configured to discharge a metered dose of said drug contained in a pressured canister as a powder and a non-toxic pressurized gas.9. The MDI as recited in wherein said electronic dose counter comprises a ...

POWER SUPPLY UNIT FOR AEROSOL INHALER, AND CONTROL METHOD AND CONTROL PROGRAM OF THE SAME

A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol source; and a control unit that is configured to control the power supply. The control unit acquires a deteriorated state or a failure state of the power supply based on an internal resistance of the power supply. 1. A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler , the power supply unit comprising:a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol source; anda control unit that is configured to control the power supply, whereinthe control unit measures a closed circuit voltage of the power supply using a current smaller than a current when power is discharged to the load in order to generate the aerosol,the control unit acquires an internal resistance of the power supply based on the closed circuit voltage and an open circuit voltage of the power supply, andthe control unit acquires a deteriorated state or a failure state of the power supply based on the internal resistance.2. A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler , the power supply unit comprising:a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol source; anda control unit that is configured to control the power supply, whereinthe control unit acquires an internal resistance based on an open circuit voltage of the power supply and a closed circuit voltage of the power supply,the control unit acquires a deteriorated state or a failure state of the power supply based on the internal resistance, andthe control unit uses at least one of the open circuit voltage and the closed circuit voltage for another purpose.3. The power supply unit according to claim 2 , whereinthe another purpose is determination on an amount of power stored in the power supply.4. The power supply unit according to claim 2 , whereinthe another purpose is PWM control or PFM control for discharging power ...

DEVICE FOR INHALATION-SYNCHRONISED DISPENSING OF A FLUID PRODUCT

A device including a body with a mouthpiece, a fluid reservoir mounted to slide relative to the body, a valve, a blocking element movable and/or deformable between a blocking position in which the metering valve cannot be actuated, and an actuation position in which the metering valve can be actuated; a trigger element movable and/or deformable between a locking position and a release position; and an inhalation-controlled trigger system. The blocking element including a projection that, in the locking position, co-operates with a shoulder of the trigger element to define a latch that prevents the blocking element from moving and/or deforming. The blocking element includes a lateral projection that, in the locking position of the trigger element, co-operates with a bearing surface of the trigger element to form, in the locking position of the trigger element, a second contact point between the blocking element and said trigger element. 1. An inhalation-synchronized fluid dispenser device comprising a body provided with a mouthpiece , a fluid reservoir containing a fluid and a propellant gas being mounted to slide axially relative to said body , a metering valve including a valve member being assembled on said reservoir for selectively dispensing the fluid , said device further comprising:a blocking element that is movable and/or deformable between a blocking position in which said metering valve cannot be actuated, and an actuation position in which said metering valve can be actuated;a trigger element that is movable and/or deformable between a locking position in which it blocks said blocking element in its blocking position, and a release position in which it does not block said blocking element; andan inhalation-controlled trigger system including an inhalation-sensitive member that is deformable and/or movable under the effect of inhaling, said inhalation-sensitive member co operating with said trigger element, so that when said inhalation-sensitive member is ...

MOUTHPIECE FOR INHALERS

A mouthpiece () for an inhaler or inhalation device () includes an elongated body () having a substantially oval opening () at a first end and a substantially round opening () at a second end opposite from the first end, a plurality of depending arms (), extending from the elongated body forming at least one air passageway () between two depending arms (), and at least one flexible gripping finger () coupled to an inner surface of each depending arm (), extending inwardly into the medicament delivery passageway of the mouthpiece at or near the substantially round opening () at the opposite end. Once coupled with an inhaler or inhalation device, the mouthpiece functions as a “pass through” mouthpiece to improve the consistency of inhaled medicament/drug delivery. 1101214161820. A mouthpiece () for an inhalation device having an elongated body () defining a medicament delivery passageway , said elongated body having a substantially oval opening () at a first end () and a substantially round opening () at a second end () opposite from the first end , characterized in that:{'b': 24', '26, 'a plurality of depending arms () extends from the elongated body and forms at least one air flow passageway () between two depending arms that is adapted for air flow into the medicament delivery passageway; and in that'}{'b': 32', '24', '18, 'at least one flexible gripping finger () is coupled to an inner surface of each depending arm () and extends inwardly into the medicament delivery passageway of the mouthpiece at or near the substantially round opening ().'}212. The mouthpiece for an inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the elongated body () has a substantially uniform wall.326. The mouthpiece for an inhalation device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one air flow passageway () has a v-shape.426182010. The mouthpiece for an inhalation device of claim 3 , wherein the at least one air flow passageway () has its widest opening at the substantially round opening () at the opposite ...

Twist-Lock Inhaler

A pulmonary inhaler includes a dual-action “child-proof” lock that requires more than one manual action to unlock the inhaler to allow the user to perform the dispensing action. For example, the user may press a small button on the back of the lower housing while rotating the upper housing with respect to the lower housing. These separate user actions performed simultaneously to unlock the inhale are is difficult for a child to perform accidentally. This rotation also moves an integral door that covers the mouthpiece aperture. The integral mouthpiece door, which prevents debris from getting inside the inhaler when it is locked, avoids the need for separate cap or tethered mouthpiece cover. The dual-action locking feature requires a minimal number of parts and provides an easily visible indication that the actuator is in the “locked” state or the “unlocked” state. 1. A pulmonary inhaler , comprising:an upper housing;a lower housing configured to reciprocate with respect to the upper housing comprising a mouthpiece defining a mouthpiece aperture;a canister containing a pressurized substance located within the upper and lower housings and positioned to dispense the pressurized substance into the mouthpiece when the upper housing is manually compressed toward the lower housing;wherein the upper housing is configured for movement with respect to the lower housing to selectively transition the inhaler between a locked state and an unlocked state;further comprising a dual-action twist lock that requires two manual actions to be performed simultaneously to transition the inhaler from the locked state to the unlocked state for dispensing the pressurized substance from the canister into the mouthpiece.2. The pulmonary inhaler of claim 1 , wherein the upper housing is configured for rotational movement with respect to the lower housing in a first rotational direction to transition the inhaler from the unlocked state to the locked state claim 1 , and wherein the upper housing ...

INTEGRATED DOSE COUNTER

An indicating device includes a mechanical dose counter adapted to count the number of doses that have been dispensed from or remain in a container and an electronic module coupled to the mechanical dose counter and adapted to record when the doses have been dispensed from the container. Methods of using and assembling the device are also provided. 1. An indicating device comprising:a mechanical dose counter comprising a component moveable between first and second positions when a predetermined force is applied to the mechanical dose counter, wherein the mechanical dose counter is adapted to register an actuation of a medicament container in response to the application of the predetermined force; andan electronic module coupled directly to the mechanical dose counter and adapted to record the movement of the component between the first and second positions.2. The indicating device of wherein at least one of the mechanical dose counter and the electronic module are adapted to be coupled to the container.3. The indicating device wherein the mechanical dose counter comprises a cap moveable relative to a base along a longitudinal axis between the first and second positions.4. The indicating device of wherein the electronic module is coupled to the base.5. The indicating device of comprising a wrap surrounding at least peripheral portions of the base and electronic module.6. The indicating device of wherein the electronic module has a cross-sectional area orthogonal to the longitudinal axis less than or equal to a cross-sectional area of the mechanical dose counter orthogonal to the longitudinal axis.7. The indicating device of wherein the electronic module comprises a force sensor.8. The indicating device of wherein the electronic module comprises an inertial measurement unit sensor.9. The indicating device of wherein the inertial measurement unit sensor comprises an accelerometer.10. The indicating device of wherein the electronic module comprises a microphone.11. The ...

PROPELLANT BASED METERED DOSE INHALER AND FOOD APPLICATORS AND APPLICATORS

Provided herein are embodiments related to metered dose inhalers and/or food applicators and/or applicators. 1. A metered dose inhaler comprising:an actuator that comprises a receiver for a canister;an orifice; anda channel fluidly connecting the receiver for the canister to the orifice such that a fluid emitted from the canister is channeled through the channel and out of the orifice to and out of a mouth piece, wherein the mouth piece comprises an opening, wherein the opening is at least one of:a) between about 1 mm to less than 1.5 cm in diameter,{'sup': 2', '−3', '2, 'b) between about 1 cmand 7.85*10cmin area, or'}c) located a distance of more than about 5 mm and less than about 10 cm from the nozzle.2. The metered dose inhaler of claim 1 , further comprising a metered dose inhaler canister operably linked to the receiver for the canister.3. The metered dose inhaler of claim 2 , wherein the canister further comprises a MDI valve that is configured to dispense between 25 and 125 microliters of formulation per actuation.4. The metered dose inhaler of claim 3 , wherein the MDI valve comprises at least one of polyoxymethalate (POM) claim 3 , polybutylterephalate (PBT) claim 3 , ABS claim 3 , acrylic claim 3 , polycarbonate claim 3 , ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) claim 3 , and silicon.5. The metered dose inhaler of claim 2 , wherein the canister comprises a formulation claim 2 , said formulation comprising an amount of an extract from a cannabinoid containing plant.6. The metered dose inhaler of claim 5 , wherein the formulation comprises: a) an activated cannabinoid, wherein the activated cannabinoid comprises at least Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and Cannabidiol (CBD);', a) an amount of a wax, wherein the amount of wax is at least sufficient to provide a higher level of comfort to a subject receiving a dose from a metered close inhaler that is administering the formulation, and wherein the wax comprises a wax that naturally occurs in a cannabis plant, or', ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PHOTOTHERAPY FOR PREVENTING OR TREATING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

Systems and methods are provided for treating or preventing carbon monoxide poisoning. In particular, systems and methods are provided for a phototherapy treatment or prevention system that delivers light radiation to a patient's body to photodissociate carbon monoxide from hemoglobin. 176-. (canceled)77. A phototherapy system for preventing , treating or controlling an amount of carbon monoxide poisoning in a patient , comprising:a light source configured to output light, the light output from the light source having properties to enable photodissociation of carboxyhemoglobin in the patient;an optical cable coupled to the light source and including one or more waveguides arranged within the optical cable; andwherein the one or more waveguides are configured to emit light output by the light source directly on a portion of the patient's body to photodissociate carboxyhemoglobin.78. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein the light source is configured to output light at a wavelength between approximately 590 nanometers and 650 nanometers.79. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein the light source is a laser claim 77 , or a light-emitting-diode.80. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein the optical cable is configured to be inserted into at least one of an esophagus claim 77 , a trachea claim 77 , a pleural space and a bronchial tree of the patient.81. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein the waveguides each include a diffusing side-emitting tip.82. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein the optical cable is fabricated from a flexible claim 77 , biocompatible material.83. The phototherapy system of claim 77 , wherein each of the waveguides includes a tip arranged distally from the light source.84. The phototherapy system of claim 83 , wherein the tips each include a fin to increase a drag force across the tips.85. The phototherapy system of claim 84 , wherein the drag force aids in displacing the waveguides during an inhalation.86. ...

POWER SUPPLY UNIT FOR AEROSOL INHALER, AND CONTROL METHOD AND CONTROL PROGRAM OF THE SAME

A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler includes: a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol generation source; and a control unit that is configured to determine whether the power supply which is being charged has reached a predetermined charge state lower than a fully charged state, and complete charging of the power supply in a case of determining that the power supply has reached the predetermined charge state. 1. A power supply unit for an aerosol inhaler , the power supply unit comprising:a power supply that is able to discharge power to a load for generating an aerosol from an aerosol generation source; anda control unit that is configured to determine whether the power supply which is being charged has reached a predetermined charge state lower than a fully charged state, and complete charging of the power supply in a case of determining that the power supply has reached the predetermined charge state, whereinthe control unit includes a first control unit and a second control unit which individually determine whether the power supply has reached the predetermined charge state based on a plurality of conditions for determining that the power supply has reached the predetermined charge state, and complete the charging of the power supply,the first control unit is a circuit for performing control on the charging of the power supply, andthe second control unit is a circuit for performing control on discharge of power of the power supply to the load.2. The power supply unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe plurality of conditions includes a condition on a charging current of the power supply, and a condition on a voltage of the power supply.3. The power supply unit according to claim 2 , whereinthe plurality of conditions includes a condition on a charging time of the power supply.4. The power supply unit according to claim 1 , whereinthe first control unit and the second control unit perform the ...

SUBSTANCE SOURCE

A source of gaseous, gas borne or droplet substance having: an inner pressurised container (), a substance-release valve () device sealed across an end of the container (), a spout () displaceable inwards of the container () against a spring of the valve () device for substance release; the source also includes: an outer enclosure enclosing the inner container along its length (), at least partially its end () remote from the spout () and partially at its spout end (), the outer enclosure ADN the inner container () being arranged to react force for displacement of the spout () on substance release; a counter () accommodated within the outer enclosure for counting substance release displacements of the spout (); and a window () in the outer enclosure for viewing the count of the counter (). 1. A container of a gaseous , gas borne or droplet substance having:an inner pressurised container for the substance,a substance-release valve device sealed across an end of the inner pressurized container and having a spring,a spout at a spout end of the inner pressurized container, which is displaceable inwards of the inner pressurized container against the spring of the valve device for substance release,the container also including:an outer enclosure enclosing the inner pressurized container along its length, at least partially across its end remote from the spout and partially at its spout end, the outer enclosure and the inner pressurized container being arranged to be capable of reacting to cause displacement of the spout inwards of the inner pressurized container for substance release;a mechanical counter accommodated within the outer enclosure for counting substance release displacements of the spout, wherein the counter is arranged to be incremented on displacement of the spout, and the counter includes a rotatable member indexed by one increment on each displacement of the spout; anda window in the outer enclosure for viewing the count of the counter.2. A container as ...