Modular Extension Technology for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857390_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Modular Extension Technology for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857390_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857390_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. 11,857,390.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept leverages the core technology of separable implant extensions to create modular systems for various industries, enabling easy detachment, reattachment, and customization of components.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent addressed the need for safe and undamaged transportation of dental implants. However, the limitations of this technology lie in its specificity to the dental industry. The new inventive concept tackles this limitation by applying the core technology to diverse industries, solving problems related to precision farming, environmental monitoring, search and rescue operations, minimally invasive surgeries, and wind turbine maintenance.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The modular extension technology comprises a separable extension formed along a longitudinal axis, featuring a predetermined breaking point for easy detachment. This technology can be integrated into various systems, such as agricultural crop yield optimization, environmental pollutant monitoring, robotic arms for search and rescue, medical devices for minimally invasive surgeries, and wind turbine blades for easy maintenance and repair. The separable extension can have a splined shaft section, annular constriction, or outer annular groove, depending on the specific application.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept's novelty lies in its application of the separable implant extension technology to entirely different industries, addressing unmet needs in precision farming, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, medical devices, and wind turbine maintenance. The inventive step is the recognition of the versatility of the core technology and its potential to be adapted and customized for diverse applications.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the modular extension technology could include variations in the material composition, geometric shape, and attachment mechanisms of the separable extension. Additionally, the technology could be integrated into other industries, such as aerospace, automotive, or construction, to name a few.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The modular extension technology has significant commercial potential across multiple industries, including agriculture, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, medical devices, and wind energy. The target market includes companies and organizations seeking to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance in their respective industries.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61C8/0037
A A61 A61C8/0089
A A61 A61C8/0087

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,390
TitleDental implant
Assignee(s)STRAUMANN HOLDING AG