Synergistic Bone Screw System for Enhanced Spinal Implants
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept integrates additive manufacturing, AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a powerful spinal implant system with optimized mechanical properties and real-time monitoring capabilities.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a bone screw with limitations in manufacturing techniques and material selection, resulting in suboptimal mechanical properties. The present inventive concept addresses these limitations by combining distinct technologies to create a more powerful system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The synergistic bone screw system comprises a bone screw manufactured using additive manufacturing techniques, optimized internal features created through AI-powered simulations, and a blockchain-based tracking mechanism for monitoring the manufacturing process. The system also integrates an IoT-enabled sensor for real-time monitoring of the bone screw's mechanical properties. Additionally, the bone screw's solid core is manufactured using a novel material with an enhanced strength-to-weight ratio, optimized using machine learning algorithms for maximum deflection in selected areas.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The integration of additive manufacturing, AI, IoT, blockchain, and novel materials to create a spinal implant system with optimized mechanical properties and real-time monitoring capabilities is new and non-obvious compared to the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include using different AI algorithms, IoT protocols, or blockchain platforms. Variations may also include integrating additional sensors or using different materials for the bone screw's solid core.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The synergistic bone screw system has significant commercial potential in the spinal implant market, with potential applications in treating spinal disorders such as scoliosis, kyphosis, and degenerative disc disease.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B17/8625 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7059 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/866 |
| A | A61 | A61B17/7001 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00526 |
| A | A61 | A61B2017/00862 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Medical device engineering, specifically spinal implant design and advanced manufacturing techniques, requiring expertise in biomechanical engineering, materials science, and precision medical device fabrication
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with advanced degrees, experience in orthopedic device design, knowledge of additive manufacturing, materials engineering, and familiarity with emerging technologies like AI and IoT integration in medical devices
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's integration of AI, additive manufacturing, and IoT represents predictable technological extensions of existing bone screw design principles. The core mechanical functionality remains consistent with the source patent, while introducing incremental improvements through advanced manufacturing and monitoring technologies. These variations represent logical combinations of known techniques in medical device engineering that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to enhance spinal implant performance and tracking capabilities.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,233 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bone screw and method of manufacture |
| Assignee(s) | WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC. |