Specialized Bone Screw Systems for High-Security, Disaster Relief, and Extreme Weather Applications
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept relates to specialized bone screw systems adapted for high-security needs, disaster relief, and extreme weather conditions, providing enhanced performance, security, and reliability in these unique operational environments.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a bone screw and method of manufacture, but it did not address the specific challenges and requirements of high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather applications. The present inventive concept solves this problem by providing specialized bone screw systems that cater to these niche markets, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept encompasses a range of specialized bone screw systems, including those designed for high-security applications, featuring tamper-evident materials and secure locking mechanisms; those optimized for disaster relief situations, utilizing additive manufacturing and minimizing material usage; and those adapted for extreme weather conditions, incorporating corrosion-resistant materials and high-strength designs. These systems are designed to provide enhanced performance, security, and reliability in their respective operational environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features, such as the use of tamper-evident materials, additive manufacturing, and corrosion-resistant materials, which distinguish the present inventive concept from the original patent and provide a significant improvement in the field of bone screw systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different materials, designs, and manufacturing techniques to adapt the bone screw systems to specific high-security, disaster relief, or extreme weather applications. For example, the bone screw system could be designed with integrated sensors for real-time monitoring, or with modular components for easy customization.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The present inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the medical device industry, particularly in the areas of high-security, disaster relief, and extreme weather applications. The target market includes hospitals, medical research institutions, and government agencies involved in disaster relief and high-security operations.
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 orthopedic and spinal surgical implant design, involving advanced materials science, manufacturing techniques, and surgical intervention technologies
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with expertise in materials engineering, additive manufacturing, surgical implant design, and knowledge of medical device performance requirements across diverse environmental conditions
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's bone screw design, utilizing known materials engineering and manufacturing techniques to adapt the fundamental screw architecture for specialized environments. The core structural elements remain consistent with the original patent, with modifications representing standard design adaptations for specific use cases. These variations demonstrate incremental improvements that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner familiar with medical device design and materials science.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,233 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bone screw and method of manufacture |
| Assignee(s) | WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC. |