Looped Wire Technology for Advanced Applications

Publication ID: 24-11857741_0007_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Looped Wire Technology for Advanced Applications,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857741_0007_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857741_0007_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. 11,857,741.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present disclosure relates to the adaptation of looped wire technology, originally developed for endovascular aneurysm repair, to various new applications and use cases across different industries, enabling precise navigation, alignment, and deployment in complex environments.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed a looped wire technology for assisting in the repair of aneurysms by endovascular means. However, the limitations of this technology were confined to the medical field, overlooking its potential in other industries where precise navigation and alignment are crucial. The new inventive concept addresses this limitation by applying the core technology to diverse fields, such as robotics, satellite communication, neural interfaces, industrial piping, and orthopedic implants.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The looped wire technology is adapted to navigate through tight spaces, facilitate precise alignment, and enable accurate deployment in various complex environments. In robotic-assisted assembly, the looped wire ensures precise component alignment. In satellite communication, it minimizes signal interference. In neural interfaces, it enables precise navigation through delicate brain tissue. In industrial piping, it facilitates navigation through tight spaces and enables precise localization of defects. In orthopedic implants, it captures precise anatomical data to guide the implant's shape and structure.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel and non-obvious application of the looped wire technology to diverse industries, expanding its utility beyond the medical field. The inventive step lies in recognizing the potential of this technology to solve complex problems in various domains, and adapting it to meet the specific requirements of each field.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the looped wire design, materials, or dimensions to suit specific industry requirements. Variations could also involve integrating the looped wire technology with other technologies, such as sensors, actuators, or artificial intelligence, to enhance its capabilities and versatility.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential across various industries, including robotics, satellite communication, neural interfaces, industrial piping, and orthopedic implants. The target market includes companies and organizations operating in these fields, as well as research institutions and startups seeking innovative solutions for complex problems.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M25/09
A A61 A61F2/95
A A61 A61F2/954
A A61 A61F2/07
A A61 A61F2002/065
A A61 A61M2025/0915
A A61 A61M2025/09108
A A61 A61M2025/09133
A A61 A61M2025/09141
A A61 A61M2025/09175

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,741
TitleLooped wire for advanced stent grafts and methods of using same
Assignee(s)W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.