U.S. patent application number 13/200120 was filed with the patent office on 2012-03-22 for life stick oxygen based energy supplement.
Invention is credited to George S. Rasch.
Application Number | 20120067358 13/200120 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 45816600 |
Filed Date | 2012-03-22 |
United States Patent
Application |
20120067358 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Rasch; George S. |
March 22, 2012 |
Life stick oxygen based energy supplement
Abstract
The invention provides a device configured to resemble an actual
cigarette, tubular in shape and boasts the same measurements of a
standard cigarette. The Life Stick is manufactured primarily of
recycled plastic, with the distal end of the unit comprised of a
canister filled with pure, pressurized oxygen containing gas.
Positioned at the end of this canister is an integrated filter
mechanism infused with any number of tasty flavors released each
time the user takes a drag on the Life Stick .The flavor can be any
desired flavor, such as grape, cherry, orange, lemon, lime, other
fruit flavor, peppermint, spearmint, other mint, for example. A
simple spring loaded release valve is incorporated into the design
of the filter which serves to release the oxygen containing gas
when the flush mounted push button is depressed by the user, thus
delivering the concentrated oxygen containing gas directly into the
lungs when inhaling the Life Stick.
Inventors: |
Rasch; George S.; (Brick,
NJ) |
Family ID: |
45816600 |
Appl. No.: |
13/200120 |
Filed: |
September 19, 2011 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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61403571 |
Sep 17, 2010 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
131/273 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A61M 15/0016 20140204;
A61M 15/06 20130101; A24F 47/002 20130101; A61M 2202/0208
20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
131/273 |
International
Class: |
A24F 47/00 20060101
A24F047/00 |
Claims
1. An oxygen based energy supplement device for use by a person
comprising an elongate tubular device configured to resemble an
actual cigarette, wherein a canister filled with pressurized oxygen
containing gas is located near the distal end of the tubular device
and the distal end terminated in a mouthpiece.
2. The device of claim 1 further comprising an integrated filter
mechanism infused with flavor positioned between the canister
filled with oxygen containing gas and the mouthpiece of the tubular
device.
3. The device of claim 1 further comprising a spring loaded release
valve incorporated into the design of the filter to release the
pressurized oxygen containing gas when a flush mounted push button
is depressed.
4. The device of claim 2, wherein the device is manufactured
primarily of recycled plastic or aluminum.
5. The device of claim 2, which disperses a concentrated dose of
oxygen containing gas when the flush mounted push valve is
depressed.
6. The device of claim 2 wherein the flavor is selected from the
group consisting of: grape, cherry, orange, lemon, lime, other
fruit, peppermint, spearmint, and other mint.
7. The device of claim 2 wherein the filter canister is a different
color than the elongate tubular device.
8. The device of claim 2, wherein the elongate tubular device is
white.
Description
CLAIM OF PRIORITY
[0001] This patent application claims priority under 35 USC 119 (e)
(1) from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/403,571
filed Sep. 17, 2010, of common inventorship herewith entitled,
"Life Stick."
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention pertains to the field of oxygen
therapy devices, and cigarette cessation devices, and more
specifically to the field of tobacco free cigarette simulated
devices which provide energy to the user buy means of delivering
oxygen.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0003] The prior art has put forth several designs for tobacco free
cigarette simulated devices. Among these are:
[0004] U.S. Pat. No. 5,893,371 to Jed E. Rose and Frederique M.
Behm describes a non-nicotine method and apparatus for use to
reduce the need to smoke tobacco and which utilizes one or more
constituents from black pepper or red pepper which are introduced
into the user's respirator tract by inhalation from either a vapor
delivery system or an aerosol delivery system.
[0005] U.S. Pat. No. 6,041,790 to Mickey Lee Smith et al describes
a cigarette substitute article which comprises one or more rod
segments made of a gathered web or filamentary tow material in
which a flavorant is embedded in liquid or powder form or in a
breakable flavorant-containing capsule.
[0006] U.S. Pat. No. 7,527,059 to Diane M. Iannuzzi describes a
look-alike substitute for a cigarette, from which a smokeless aroma
of burning tobacco or other fragrances can be inhaled and
smoke-simulating aromatized powder can be emitted out.
[0007] None of these prior art references describe the present
invention. None of these address a device which provides an oxygen
delivery device.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0008] It is an object of the present invention to provide a device
to deliver an oxygen based energy supplement to be inhaled by a
person.
[0009] It is a further object of the present invention to provide a
tobacco free cigarette simulated device.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0010] FIG. 1 is an elevational angled perspective view of the
device of the present invention.
[0011] FIG. 2 is an elevational angled perspective view of another
embodiment of the device of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0012] The present invention, hereinafter referred as the Life
Stick Oxygen Based energy Supplement, or Life Stick, is a specially
designed, simulated cigarette containing a pressurized oxygen
chamber. The Life Stick provides consumers who want to partake of
oxygen therapy, or who are trying to quit smoking, with a
comfortably handled replica of a cigarette, thus satisfying the
habit of holding a cigarette while providing them a peaceful calm
afforded by inhaling the concentrated oxygen. The Life Stick also
introduces the general public to the many health benefits
associated with oxygen therapy.
[0013] Administering the many benefits associated with oxygen
therapy, as well as delicious flavorings, the Life Stick provides
the unique sensation of feeling simultaneously energized, yet
peaceful and calm. A convincing replica of a cigarette that
disperses a dose of concentrated oxygen, the Life Stick appeases
the psychological desire to hold a cigarette in the hand, which is
just as hard to overcome as the nicotine addiction itself. As a
result, new nonsmokers are able to avoid that negative feeling of
being without a trusty cigarette when talking on the phone, driving
to work, or after a meal, with the oxygen rich air enabling them to
better concentrate on living rather than wishing for a
cigarette.
[0014] The oxygen therapy benefits that the Life Stick provides to
everyone who uses it include improved memory, stamina, and
concentration, as well as provide relief from fatigue, headaches,
migraines, stress, cramps and minor aches and pains. Oxygen also
promotes faster healing of injuries. Nonsmokers utilize the Life
Stick as a means of enjoying a significant energy boost throughout
the day. Delivering concentrated oxygen directly into the system,
the Life Stick appeals to anyone who wants to enjoy an extra spring
in their step or a sense of calm throughout a hectic day. Consumers
also enjoy the flavored filtered taste alone, without releasing
oxygen, just by inhaling on the Life Stick. Use of the Life Stick
greatly impacts the health and well being of the users, helps
reduce medical and insurance costs, and creates new jobs,
stimulating the economy. The positive butterfly effect that this
product produces has enormous potential.
[0015] The Life Stick is an innovative product invention that
effectively eases the stress that results when one decides to quit
smoking and provide health benefits to smokers and nonsmokers
alike. Safe to use, this oxygen rich, smoke free product is enjoyed
whenever the craving for a cigarette occurs, as well as when one
simply wishes to enjoy a revitalizing calm during the day.
Affordably priced, the Life Stick is well received by all consumers
who have and are trying to give up the habit, as well as nonsmokers
who wish to receive the benefits of a burst of fresh oxygen, a
sizable market potential.
[0016] The Life Stick is a smoke free pseudo-cigarette which
incorporates the look and feel of a real cigarette but it is not
only for those quitting smoking. The Life Stick also provides the
many health benefits associated with oxygen therapy in a single use
applicator.
[0017] The Life Stick disperses a concentrated dose of oxygen with
every "drag" thus enabling the user to enjoy the many benefits
oxygen therapy provides when enjoying a smoke.
[0018] Configured to resemble an actual cigarette, the Life Stick
is tubular in shape and boasts the same measurements of a standard
cigarette. The Life Stick is manufactured of any suitable
materials, such as aluminum or recycled plastic, for example, with
the distal end of the unit comprised of a canister filled with
pure, pressurized oxygen. Positioned at the end of this canister is
an integrated filter mechanism infused with any number of tasty
flavors released each time the user takes a drag on the Life Stick.
The flavor can be any desired flavor, such as grape, cherry,
orange, lemon, lime, other fruit flavor, peppermint, spearmint,
other mint, for example. Non-flavored embodiments are also
available. A simple release valve is incorporated into the design
of the filter, which serves to release the oxygen containing gas.
One such valve, for example, comprises a spring loaded release
valve having a flush mounted push button to be depressed by the
user, thus delivering the concentrated oxygen directly into the
lungs when inhaling the Life Stick. Another valve configuration
comprises a valve which when pushed to one side, releases the
oxygen containing gas. Any suitable valve can be utilized to
release the oxygen containing gas.
[0019] The filter of the Life Stick is colored to mimic the look of
a real cigarette filter, with the remaining portion of the unit
colored the customary white of cigarette paper. The filter portion
would also be made available in a plethora of flavors or colors to
satisfy consumer needs. The Life Stick is offered in packages of
ten to twenty units per container. As an additional consideration,
the Life Stick is individually wrapped for distribution on
airplanes and the like. The Life Stick is also coupled with popular
product flavor lines, such as Snapple.TM., for example.
[0020] Although this invention has been described with respect to
specific embodiments, it is not intended to be limited thereto and
various modifications which will become apparent to the person of
ordinary skill in the art are intended to fall within the spirit
and scope of the invention as described herein taken in conjunction
with the accompanying drawings and the appended claims.
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