Adaptable Securement System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original bone plate patent to create a versatile securing system for various industries, offering a novel solution for cargo, load, tree, solar panel, and bike securing applications.
Background and Problem Solved
The original bone plate patent addressed the need for spinal fusion implants with locking screws for selectively locking bone screws. However, its limitations were confined to the medical field. The new inventive concept tackles the problem of securing diverse objects in various environments, such as shipping containers, trailers, grounds, roofs, and bike racks, where conventional securing methods may be inadequate or unreliable.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The adaptable securing system comprises a plate with apertures for receiving straps and locking screws, wherein the locking screws have threads and are configured to selectively lock the straps in place. This system can be applied to different industries, such as securing cargo in shipping containers, loads on trailers, trees in the ground, solar panels on roofs, and bikes on bike racks. The plate can be attached to various surfaces, and the straps can be customized to fit specific objects. The locking screws ensure a secure and reliable hold, providing a robust solution for diverse securing needs.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept introduces a novel application of the original bone plate technology, expanding its scope beyond the medical field to address securing needs in various industries. The inventive step lies in the adaptation of the locking screw mechanism to secure diverse objects in different environments, providing a versatile and reliable solution.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the adaptable securing system could include adjustable plate sizes, customizable strap materials, and locking screw designs with varying thread angles. Variations could also include integrating sensors or IoT technology to monitor the securing system's performance and provide real-time feedback.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptable securing system has vast commercial potential in industries such as logistics, transportation, forestry, renewable energy, and recreational equipment. The market for securing solutions is vast, and this inventive concept offers a unique value proposition by providing a reliable, versatile, and customizable solution for diverse securing needs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/7059 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8057 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/30749 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/4455 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7061 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7258 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7275 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8052 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8061 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/844 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/863 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/864 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/8625 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Mechanical engineering and biomechanical design, specifically focusing on securing systems involving plates, screws, and attachment mechanisms across medical and industrial applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A skilled practitioner with expertise in mechanical design, material engineering, and structural attachment technologies, capable of translating design principles across different technical domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental mechanical principles of the bone plate's locking screw mechanism as readily adaptable to diverse securing applications. The core technical concept of selectively locking a strap or object using threaded locking screws through apertures represents a transferable design solution. The variations disclosed in the PTD demonstrate predictable engineering adaptations that leverage the source patent's core mechanical functionality.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,224 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bone plate |
| Assignee(s) | Innovasis Inc. |