Vector Fixation Device for Diverse Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857175_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Vector Fixation Device for Diverse Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857175_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857175_0007_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. 11,857,175.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept extends the core technology of the original vector fixation device to address a wide range of new applications and use cases across various industries, including environmental monitoring, renewable energy, marine exploration, green infrastructure, and communication infrastructure.

Background and Problem Solved

The original vector fixation device was designed for medical applications, specifically for bone and tissue fixation. However, the limitations of the original design restrict its use to a specific field. This inventive concept addresses the problem of limited applicability by adapting the core technology to tackle diverse challenges in various industries, providing a versatile and effective solution for securing and stabilizing objects in different environments.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a vector fixation device adapted for anchoring to various surfaces, including tree trunks, wind turbine blades, coral reefs, roof surfaces, and communication towers. The device features a corrosion-resistant material, a threaded portion for anchoring, and a tension element for securing objects poly-axially. In environmental monitoring, the device supports a sensor for detecting pollutants in the air. In renewable energy, it secures wind turbine blades to supporting structures. In marine exploration, it anchors to coral reefs or other underwater surfaces. In green infrastructure, it supports plant growth mediums on roofs. In communication infrastructure, it secures communication towers to foundations or other supporting structures.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce an inventive step by applying the core technology of the original vector fixation device to entirely new industries and use cases, thereby expanding its applicability and versatility. The novelty lies in the adaptation of the device's design and functionality to address specific challenges in diverse fields, resulting in a unique and effective solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in material selection, device geometry, and anchoring mechanisms to accommodate specific requirements in different industries. For example, the device could be designed with enhanced durability for harsh marine environments or with integrated sensors for real-time monitoring in environmental applications.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including environmental monitoring, renewable energy, marine exploration, green infrastructure, and communication infrastructure. The device's versatility and adaptability make it an attractive solution for companies seeking to secure and stabilize objects in diverse environments, with potential applications in industries such as forestry, wind energy, marine conservation, green architecture, and telecommunications.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/0401
A A61 A61F2/0811
A A61 A61B2017/0404
A A61 A61B2017/044
A A61 A61B2017/0445
A A61 A61B2017/0453
A A61 A61B2017/0458
A A61 A61B2017/0496
A A61 A61F2002/0829
A A61 A61F2002/0852
A A61 A61F2002/0882

Field of Art

Medical device engineering and biomechanical fixation systems, with expertise in orthopedic implant technologies, surgical anchoring mechanisms, and multi-purpose structural attachment devices

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with advanced degree, 5-7 years professional experience, familiar with medical device design, material science, and cross-industry adaptation of fixation technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the core mechanical principles of the vector fixation device are fundamentally transferable across different technical domains. The source patent's core design elements - a cannula with anchoring capabilities, poly-axial tension mechanisms, and surface-mounting configurations - provide a versatile technological platform that can be readily adapted to alternative applications through routine engineering modifications.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Cannula with body configured for insertion into bone tunnel with symmetric outer surface
PTD Variation
Adapting cannula design for environmental sensor mounting on tree trunks and communication infrastructure
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable extension of existing anchoring mechanism to alternative surface types using known attachment engineering principles
Source Patent Element
Proximal end configured to rest at or below bone surface
PTD Variation
Modifying device geometry to sit flush with roof surfaces or marine structures for green infrastructure and underwater applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine design adaptation applying known surface-mounting techniques from orthopedic domain to alternative structural contexts
Source Patent Element
Inner surface with hexagonal drive portion for engagement
PTD Variation
Implementing corrosion-resistant materials and threaded anchoring for marine and environmental deployment
Obviousness Reasoning
Known material science techniques for adapting standard mechanical interfaces to challenging environmental conditions
Source Patent Element
Tension element for stabilizing orthopedic implant
PTD Variation
Extending poly-axial tension mechanism to secure wind turbine blades and communication towers
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable application of established mechanical stabilization principle across structurally similar load-bearing scenarios
Source Patent Element
Bone tunnel insertion configuration
PTD Variation
Repurposing insertion mechanics for anchoring sensors and monitoring devices in diverse environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Obvious technical translation of precise positioning and secure attachment principles from medical to environmental domains
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857175's comprehensive vector fixation device disclosure, the present publication demonstrates that a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art would find the proposed cross-domain applications obvious and technically predictable, thereby establishing robust prior art against potential future patent claims seeking to monopolize these straightforward technological adaptations.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,175
TitleVector fixation device
Assignee(s)DAUNTLESS INNOVATIONS, LLC