Adaptable Thigh Prosthetic Components for Niche Environments
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A modular and adaptable thigh prosthetic component designed for specific, high-demand environments, such as disaster relief, high-security needs, extreme weather conditions, search and rescue operations, and space exploration.
Background and Problem Solved
The original thigh prosthetic component patent provides a general solution for connecting to a thigh shaft, but it lacks adaptability for unique operational environments. This new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by introducing specialized variations and niche solutions to cater to specific market needs.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The adaptable thigh prosthetic component comprises a knee joint with reinforced structures, modular designs, and enhanced security features to withstand harsh environmental conditions, high-security threats, and extreme weather conditions. The component is designed to be easily assembled and disassembled in the field, with thermal insulation layers for maintaining a stable operating temperature. Additionally, the component can be integrated with secure communication networks, GPS tracking devices, and spacesuits for specific applications.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations to the original thigh prosthetic component, including reinforced structures, modular designs, and enhanced security features. These adaptations enable the component to operate in unique environments, such as disaster relief, high-security needs, extreme weather conditions, search and rescue operations, and space exploration.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the adaptable thigh prosthetic component could include adjustable reinforced structures, interchangeable modular designs, and customizable security features to cater to specific market needs. Variations could also include different materials, shapes, and sizes to accommodate various user requirements.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The adaptable thigh prosthetic component has significant commercial potential in niche markets, such as disaster relief organizations, high-security government agencies, extreme sports enthusiasts, search and rescue teams, and space exploration programs. The component's adaptability and modularity make it an attractive solution for organizations and individuals operating in unique environments.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F2/64 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/642 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/6607 |
| A | A61 | A61F2/74 |
| A | A61 | A61F2002/6614 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Prosthetic medical devices, specifically lower limb prosthetics with articulating knee joints, requiring expertise in biomechanical engineering, materials science, and orthopedic design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer with 5-7 years experience in prosthetic design, familiar with mechanical adaptations, material modifications, and environmental performance requirements for assistive medical devices
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's proposed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's fundamental knee joint design, applying known engineering techniques to adapt the prosthetic component for specialized environmental conditions through modular structural modifications and integrated technological enhancements.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,394 |
|---|---|
| Title | Thigh prosthetic component |