Adaptable Strap Attachment Technology for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to develop versatile strap attachment assemblies applicable to various industries, including logistics, renewable energy, recreational, healthcare, and telecommunications.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent addressed the need for efficient strap attachment in orthopedic devices. However, this limitation in scope hinders the technology's potential to benefit other industries facing similar challenges. This inventive concept tackles the problem of restricted applicability by expanding the technology's reach to diverse fields.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new claims describe strap attachment assemblies adapted for securing cargo containers to trailers, solar panels to roofs, bikes to bike racks, medical devices to patients, and satellite antennas to satellite dishes. These assemblies comprise a frame member belonging to the respective device or structure, a retainer, and a cable connected to the retainer with at least one segment arranged to be adjustably connected to the frame. The inventive concept's adaptability lies in its ability to accommodate varying device geometries, strap requirements, and environmental conditions.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications of the strap attachment technology, significantly departing from the original patent's orthopedic focus. The inventive step lies in recognizing the technology's potential to solve strap attachment challenges across multiple industries and developing tailored solutions to address these needs.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include adjustable strap tensioning mechanisms, integrated sensors for monitoring strap integrity, or materials optimized for specific environmental conditions. Variations may also involve adapting the strap attachment assemblies for use in other industries, such as aerospace or construction.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
This inventive concept has far-reaching commercial potential, as it can enhance the efficiency, safety, and reliability of various industries. Target markets include logistics companies seeking to secure cargo, renewable energy providers looking to optimize solar panel installations, recreational businesses focused on bike safety, healthcare organizations requiring secure medical device attachment, and telecommunications companies needing to stabilize satellite antennas.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61F5/0125 |
| A | A61 | A61F2005/0144 |
| A | A61 | A61F2005/0167 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Mechanical engineering and medical device design, focusing on attachment mechanisms and strap systems for structural components across multiple industries
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
An engineer with expertise in mechanical design, material science, and attachment technologies, capable of adapting core mechanical principles across different technical domains
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize the fundamental strap attachment mechanism disclosed in the source patent as a versatile technology with broad applicability beyond orthopedic devices. The core technical elements - a frame member, retainer, and adjustable cable connection - represent a generic attachment solution that can be readily translated across different structural contexts. The PTD demonstrates that the original patent's core mechanical principles can be systematically adapted to solve similar attachment challenges in diverse industries.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,450 |
|---|---|
| Title | Strap attachment and orthopedic device using the same |
| Assignee(s) | Ossur Iceland ehf |