Specialized CPAP Apparatus for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857724_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized CPAP Apparatus for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857724_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857724_0009_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,724.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A novel CPAP apparatus designed for specific, high-demand environments, including high-altitude, disaster relief, high-security, extreme temperatures, and high-humidity settings, providing tailored solutions for unique operational needs.

Background and Problem Solved

The original CPAP apparatus, while effective for general sleep apnea therapy, lacks adaptability for specific environments that require specialized features. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing tailored solutions for niche environments, ensuring reliable and effective CPAP therapy in a variety of challenging conditions.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a CPAP apparatus with a range of specialized features, including adjustable fan speed for high-altitude use, portable and water-resistant design for disaster relief, enhanced physical security and encrypted data transmission for high-security needs, thermally insulated housing and temperature-controlled air passage for extreme temperatures, and water-resistant coating and humidity-controlled air passage for high-humidity environments. These features enable the CPAP apparatus to operate effectively in environments that would be challenging or impossible for the original apparatus.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features that adapt the CPAP apparatus for specific niche environments, providing a unique solution that combines the original apparatus's functionality with specialized components and design elements.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include a modular design allowing users to swap out components for different environments, or a software-based solution that adjusts the apparatus's operation based on environmental factors. Variations could include incorporating additional sensors to monitor environmental conditions or integrating with other medical devices for enhanced patient care.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized CPAP apparatus has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, and aerospace, offering a tailored solution for patients and users in unique environments. The market demand for such a device is substantial, particularly in regions prone to natural disasters or with high-altitude populations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M16/024
A A61 A61M16/0003
A A61 A61M16/0066
A A61 A61M2016/003
A A61 A61M2016/0027
A A61 A61M2205/103
A A61 A61M2205/3334
A A61 A61M2205/502

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,724
TitleCPAP apparatus
Assignee(s)MURATA MANUFACTURING CO., LTD.