Ratchet System for Diverse Industrial Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857238_0007_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Ratchet System for Diverse Industrial Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857238_0007_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857238_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. 11,857,238.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept disclosed herein extends the core technology of the original ratchet system patent to various industries, including robotics, precision agriculture, wind turbines, underwater exploration, and precision manufacturing, enabling precise control and efficient operation in these fields.

Background and Problem Solved

The original ratchet system patent, focused on screwdrivers for orthopedic surgery, has limitations in its applicability to other industries. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by adapting the ratchet system to connect tools, robotic arms, or blades to driving motors or machines, thereby enabling precise control and efficient operation in diverse industrial applications.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises a ratchet system adapted to connect a tool, robotic arm, or blade to a driving motor or machine. The ratchet system includes at least one handle and at least one rod, which cooperate to drive the connected component in a predetermined rotation direction. This allows for precise control and efficient operation in various industrial applications, such as controlling robotic arms, precision agriculture, wind turbines, underwater exploration, and precision manufacturing.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a novel application of the original ratchet system technology to diverse industrial fields, providing a non-obvious solution to the problem of precise control and efficient operation in these areas.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include varying the design of the handle and rod, using different materials, or incorporating sensors and feedback mechanisms to enhance precision and control. Additionally, the ratchet system could be adapted for use in other industries, such as aerospace or construction.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including robotics, precision agriculture, wind turbines, underwater exploration, and precision manufacturing. The target market includes companies and organizations operating in these fields, seeking to improve efficiency, precision, and control in their operations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B17/8875
B B25 B25B13/463
B B25 B25B15/04
B B25 B25B23/0042
A A61 A61B2017/00407

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,238
TitleRatchet system for screwdrivers and its use
Assignee(s)INNOPROD MEDICAL