Adaptable Fixation Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857176_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Fixation Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857176_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857176_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. 11,857,176.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to develop adaptable fixation systems applicable to various industries, including pipeline securing, wind turbine blade anchoring, solar panel installation, ship docking, and telecommunications cable management.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed tissue repair and coupling soft tissue to bone, but its core technology has broader implications. The new inventive concept tackles the limitations of traditional fixation methods in diverse industries, providing a flexible, malleable, and braided body for securing various types of structures and objects.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims describe adaptable fixation systems comprising a flexible fixation member with a longitudinal extent and width, defining multiple openings formed crosswise through the width. A flexible stabilizer, such as a pipeline stabilizer, blade stabilizer, solar panel stabilizer, or cable stabilizer, is interwoven through the fixation member, securing the structure or object in place. The fixation member's malleable braided body allows for easy customization and adaptability to various industry-specific requirements.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the original patent's core technology to entirely new industries and use cases, demonstrating a non-obvious and novel approach to fixation systems. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of the original technology and creatively adapting it to address diverse industrial challenges.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include varying the material composition, size, and shape of the fixation member and stabilizer to suit specific industry needs. Variations may also involve integrating sensors, monitoring systems, or smart materials to enhance the fixation system's performance and functionality.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable fixation systems have significant commercial potential in industries such as oil and gas, renewable energy, construction, maritime, and telecommunications. The market demand for reliable, customizable, and efficient fixation solutions is substantial, and this inventive concept is poised to capture a significant share of that market.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/0401
A A61 A61B17/0057
A A61 A61B17/0469
A A61 A61B17/0482
A A61 A61B17/0487
A A61 A61B17/06166
A A61 A61B2017/00663
A A61 A61B2017/042
A A61 A61B2017/0409
A A61 A61B2017/0414
A A61 A61B2017/0459
A A61 A61B2017/0464

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,176
TitleTissue repair
Assignee(s)Smith & Nephew, Inc.