Specialized Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Implants for Unique Operational Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857420_0009_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Specialized Sacroiliac Joint Fusion Implants for Unique Operational Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857420_0009_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857420_0009_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. 11,857,420.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

This inventive concept adapts sacroiliac joint fusion implants for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, such as high-altitude, disaster relief, high-security, extreme weather, or remote areas, providing tailored solutions for these challenging scenarios.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed sacroiliac joint fusion implants for general use, but these implants may not be suitable for unique operational environments. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by developing specialized implants that can operate effectively in these environments, solving the problem of inadequate support for patients in these specific situations.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept comprises four specialized sacroiliac joint fusion implant systems and methods. The first system is designed for high-altitude environments, featuring an implant adapted for reduced oxygen levels. The second system is for disaster relief situations, consisting of a portable implantation kit and an implant adapted for rapid implantation. The third system is for high-security environments, incorporating an implant with enhanced security features and a secure communication system. The fourth system is for extreme weather conditions, featuring an implant adapted for high winds and heavy precipitation. Additionally, a fifth system is designed for use in remote or isolated areas, comprising a self-sustaining implantation kit and an implant adapted for long-term reliability.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations for unique operational environments, which are not obvious from the original patent. These adaptations provide a non-obvious solution to the problem of inadequate support for patients in these environments, thereby demonstrating an inventive step.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include implants with adjustable components to accommodate varying environmental conditions, or implants with integrated sensors to monitor performance in real-time. Variations could also include different materials or surface treatments to enhance durability or biocompatibility in specific environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The specialized sacroiliac joint fusion implants have significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, high-security, and remote area operations. The target market includes hospitals, medical research institutions, and organizations operating in unique environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61F2/30988
A A61 A61F2/2846
A A61 A61F2/30749
A A61 A61F2/4603
A A61 A61B17/7011
A A61 A61F2002/3093
A A61 A61F2002/30622
A A61 A61F2002/30784
A A61 A61F2002/30995
A A61 A61F2310/00023

Field of Art

Orthopedic surgical implant design, specifically sacroiliac joint fusion technologies, involving biomechanical engineering, materials science, and surgical intervention techniques

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or orthopedic surgical device designer with expertise in implant design, materials selection, and understanding of anatomical constraints and surgical environments

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that adapting sacroiliac joint fusion implants for specialized environments represents predictable engineering variations that leverage known design principles from the source patent. The core structural elements of the SI joint implant remain consistent, with modifications targeting environmental adaptability being straightforward design extensions. These variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within medical device engineering, where implant performance optimization requires contextual adaptations.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Pedicle screws mounted on opposite sides of sacroiliac joint
PTD Variation
Incorporating enhanced security features and secure communication systems for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Adding communication and security technologies to existing implant designs represents a predictable integration of known monitoring technologies, achievable through standard electrical and sensor engineering techniques
Source Patent Element
Porous titanium implant body with protrusions for joint contact
PTD Variation
Modifying material composition and surface treatments for high-altitude or extreme weather performance
Obviousness Reasoning
Adjusting material properties to accommodate environmental stress is a routine materials engineering task with finite, predictable solution sets
Source Patent Element
Rod extending across sacroiliac joint secured by pedicle screws
PTD Variation
Creating portable, rapid-deployment implantation kits for disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing compact, field-deployable medical devices is a standard engineering challenge with well-established design methodologies
Source Patent Element
Implant system for sacroiliac joint fusion
PTD Variation
Self-sustaining implantation kit for remote or isolated areas with long-term reliability considerations
Obviousness Reasoning
Designing robust, self-contained medical devices for challenging environments represents a standard engineering optimization problem with clear solution strategies
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857420's comprehensive sacroiliac joint fusion implant disclosure, the present publication demonstrates that variations targeting specialized operational environments constitute obvious extensions of existing technological teachings. A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize these adaptations as predictable engineering modifications achievable through routine design optimization techniques, thereby rendering potential derivative claims obvious and non-patentable under 35 U.S.C. Section 103.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,420
TitleSacroiliac joint fusion implants and methods