Triple Flexion Device for Specialized Environments
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
A wearable device that facilitates hip, knee, and ankle flexion in various specialized environments, such as high-security, disaster relief, extreme obesity, and extreme weather conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original Triple Flexion Device was designed for general use, but it has limitations in addressing specific needs in unique operational environments. This new inventive concept adapts the original device to cater to these niche markets, providing enhanced functionality and safety features.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Triple Flexion Device for Specialized Environments comprises a wearable device with reinforced, tamper-evident elastic bands and a waist belt with an integrated panic alarm for high-security environments. It also features adjustable, high-tension elastic bands and a knee cuff with built-in, shock-absorbing material for correcting hip and knee drop in individuals with paralysis or weakness. Additionally, the device can be designed with a waterproof, durable construction and an integrated, GPS-enabled locator for disaster relief situations. For individuals with extreme obesity, the device features extra-wide, reinforced elastic bands and a waist belt with an integrated, weight-distribution mechanism. Finally, for use in extreme weather conditions, the device is equipped with thermal insulation, a waterproof coating, and a wind-resistant design.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features that are not present in the original patent, such as reinforced, tamper-evident elastic bands, integrated panic alarms, shock-absorbing materials, GPS-enabled locators, and thermal insulation. These features provide a significant inventive step in adapting the original device to specialized environments.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Triple Flexion Device for Specialized Environments could include varying the materials used for the elastic bands, incorporating additional safety features such as emergency beacons or communication devices, or designing the device for use in other specialized environments, such as search and rescue operations or space exploration.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Triple Flexion Device for Specialized Environments has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, security, and extreme sports. The device can be marketed to organizations and individuals operating in these specialized environments, providing a unique solution to address their specific needs.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/0113 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/0102 |
| A | A61 | A61F5/0106 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Assistive medical devices for mobility, specifically wearable orthopedic support systems for joint flexion assistance, focusing on biomechanical correction for lower extremity movement disorders
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or orthopedic device designer with expertise in biomechanical support systems, prosthetics, and adaptive mobility technologies, familiar with materials science, ergonomic design, and assistive device engineering
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that the source patent's fundamental triple flexion device provides a clear technological foundation for specialized environmental adaptations. The PTD's variations represent predictable engineering modifications that address specific use case requirements by applying known materials, safety features, and environmental adaptations to the base device design. These extensions demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within assistive device engineering, where core mechanical principles are systematically adapted to meet diverse user needs.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,395 |
|---|---|
| Title | Triple flexion device |