Adaptable Stapling Technology for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857180_0002_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Stapling Technology for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857180_0002_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857180_0002_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. 11,857,180.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept expands the application of orthopaedic stapler technology to various industries, including underwater pipe securing, modular furniture assembly, solar panel installation, concrete structure repair, and wind turbine assembly, offering a versatile solution for diverse fastening needs.

Background and Problem Solved

The original orthopaedic stapler patent focused on orthopaedic applications, but its core technology has broader potential. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of traditional fastening methods in various industries, providing a more efficient, reliable, and adaptable solution.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new claims describe systems and methods for utilizing the orthopaedic stapler technology in different industries. For example, the stapler can be adapted to engage underwater pipes, providing a secure and reliable connection. In modular furniture assembly, the stapler's sawtooth profile can act as a drilling guide for efficient furniture construction. Similarly, the technology can be applied to secure solar panels to roofs, repair cracks in concrete structures, and assemble wind turbines.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this inventive concept lies in the adaptation of orthopaedic stapler technology to diverse industries, leveraging its core components and principles to solve specific problems. The inventive step is the recognition of the stapler's potential beyond orthopaedic applications and the development of new claims that address the unique needs of various industries.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include customized stapler designs for specific industries, such as underwater pipe staplers with enhanced corrosion resistance or solar panel staplers with integrated electrical connectors. Variations could also involve adapting the stapler technology to other industries, such as aerospace or construction.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, offering a versatile and adaptable fastening solution. The target markets include companies involved in underwater pipe installation, modular furniture manufacturing, solar panel installation, concrete structure repair, and wind turbine assembly, among others.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/0642
A A61 A61B17/0682
A A61 A61B17/8872
A A61 A61B90/03
A A61 A61B17/0644
A A61 A61B17/115
A A61 A61B2017/00473
A A61 A61B2017/0645
A A61 A61B2090/037

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,180
TitleOrthopaedic stapler
Assignee(s)Orthofix S.R.L.