Goods & Services

Medical instruments for use in surgical procedures involving implantable medical devices; Surgical and medical apparatus and instruments for use in orthopedic surgery; Surgical apparatus and instruments for medical use

Goods & Services

Medical instruments for use in surgical procedures involving implantable medical devices; Surgical and medical apparatus and instruments for use in orthopedic surgery; Surgical apparatus and instruments for medical use

Abstract

A retention assembly for connecting a base to a tool having a shaft includes a shaft engagement socket defining a shaft receptacle configured to receive the shaft; a retainer configured to secure the shaft to the shaft engagement socket, the retainer having a body with an opening that can receive the shaft; and at least one finger extending from the body, defining a sliding surface, and being configured to contact the shaft. The sliding surface can contact a ramp on the shaft retainer socket, and the retainer can translate relative to the shaft engagement socket, such that when it is translated toward the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes the finger to move away from the shaft, and when the retainer is translated away from the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes the finger to move towards the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23B 31/08 - Chucks holding tools or work yieldably
• B23B 31/20 - Longitudinally-split sleeves, e.g. collet chucks

Abstract

A retention assembly for connecting a base to a tool having a shaft includes a shaft engagement socket defining a shaft receptacle configured to receive the shaft; a retainer configured to secure the shaft to the shaft engagement socket, the retainer having a body with an opening that can receive the shaft; and at least one finger extending from, the body, defining a sliding surface, and being configured to contact the shaft. Tire sliding surface can contact a ramp on the shaft retainer socket, and the retainer can translate relative to the shaft engagement socket, such that when it is translated toward the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes the finger to move away from the shaft, and when the retainer is translated away from the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes tire finger to move towards the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A retention assembly for connecting a base to a tool having a shaft includes a shaft engagement socket defining a shaft receptacle configured to receive the shaft; a retainer configured to secure the shaft to the shaft engagement socket, the retainer having a body with an opening that can receive the shaft; and at least one finger extending from, the body, defining a sliding surface, and being configured to contact the shaft. Tire sliding surface can contact a ramp on the shaft retainer socket, and the retainer can translate relative to the shaft engagement socket, such that when it is translated toward the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes the finger to move away from the shaft, and when the retainer is translated away from the shaft engagement socket, the sliding surface slides along the ramp and causes tire finger to move towards the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a washer assembly biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A flexible plastic, resin or polymer material forming a trial plate for use is surgery of bones including spine and extremities. The trial plate having at least one radioopaque region and which may have one radiolucent region. In some instances a main body includes one or more arms formed of subparts. Between the main body and subparts and between the subparts are rangible regions such a ribs or unbroken edges surrounding windows configured as predetermined break points to disassociate portions of an arm from the whole.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61F 2/30 - Joints

Abstract

Disclosed are aspects of a hybrid plastic and co-molded metal cutting head and a method of forming same. The method includes forming a metal rasp head having a fluid pathway there through and molding an elongated body with support into the rasp head via said fluid pathway wherein the fluid pathway branching into one or more sides.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 17/30 - Surgical pincettes, i.e. surgical tweezers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in objects. Objects may include bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The movable trocar with toroidal interface is adjustable relative to the surface. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 50/33 - Trays

Abstract

Disclosed are aspects of exemplars of torque-limiting devices, methods and mechanisms. Exemplary- methods may include placing an actuator in a tool containment interface of a handle, the interface being f!uidly connected to an adjustment interface and adjustable via a fixation fastener; movably mounting a tool portion with an actuation catch and a work piece engaging region (WER) in the interface: applying sufficient force to the movable mounting to the handle may be via pins, guides and slots. Said catch may be one of a body catch and a lever catch; and, the actuator terminates on one of a ball shaped end that forms an interface with the body catch and a force lever that forms an interface with the lever catch.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25B 13/46 - SpannersWrenches of the ratchet type, for providing a free return stroke of the handle
• B25B 23/16 - Handles
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action

Abstract

Disclosed are aspects of exemplars of torque-limiting devices, methods and mechanisms exemplars methods may include placing an actuator in a tool containment interface of a handle; movable mounting a tool portion with an actuation catch and a work piece engaging region (WER) in the interface; applying sufficient force to the movable mounting to the handle may be via pins, guides and slots. Said catch may be one of a body catch and a lever catch; and, the actuator terminates on one of a ball shaped end that forms and interface with the body catch and a force lever that forms an interface with the lever catch.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25B 13/46 - SpannersWrenches of the ratchet type, for providing a free return stroke of the handle
• B25B 23/16 - Handles
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action

Abstract

The disclosure includes a connection method to fluidly connect a fluid pathway in a handle is formed co-linerarly or axially and connects to a lumen through a tool and shaft. The body and movable latch may be an integral single molded plastic part connected by a flexible. In operation actuating the movable latch to raise or lower a latching beak within a corresponding open guide in the plastic body. The shaft fits into a shaft guide m the body which intersects the beak guide to temporarily latch the shaft to the body via a mounting fixture the shaft with the beak; and, wherein the body has a face end and a tail end.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25G 3/00 - Attaching handles to the implements
• B25G 3/02 - Socket, tang, or like fixings
• B25G 3/12 - Locking or securing devices
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls
• B25G 3/20 - Locking or securing devices comprising clamping or contracting means acting concentrically on the handle or socket

Abstract

The disclosure includes a connection method to connect a shaft to a body. The body and movable latch may be an integral single molded plastic part connected by a flexible hinge, bushing, or a multipart hinge. In operation actuating the movable latch to raise or lower a latching beak within a corresponding open guide in the plastic body. A shaft into a shaft guide in the body which intersects the beak guide to temporarily latching the shaft to the body via a mounting fixture the shaft with the beak; and, wherein the body has a face end and a tail end.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25G 1/00 - Handle constructions
• B25G 3/00 - Attaching handles to the implements
• B25B 9/00 - Hand-held gripping tools other than those covered by group
• B25B 23/16 - Handles

Abstract

The disclosure includes a connection method to connect a shaft to a body. The body and movable latch may be an integral single molded plastic part connected by a flexible. In operation actuating the movable latch to raise or lower a latching beak within a corresponding open guide in the plastic body. A shaft into a shaft guide in the body which intersects the beak guide to temporarily latching the shaft to the body via a mounting fixture the shaft with the beak; and, wherein the body has a face end and a tail end.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25G 3/00 - Attaching handles to the implements
• B25G 3/02 - Socket, tang, or like fixings
• B25G 3/12 - Locking or securing devices
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls
• B25G 3/20 - Locking or securing devices comprising clamping or contracting means acting concentrically on the handle or socket

Abstract

The disclosure includes a connection method to connect a shaft to a body. The body and movable latch may be an integral single molded plastic part connected by a flexible. In operation actuating the movable latch to raise or lower a latching beak within a corresponding open guide in the plastic body. A shaft into a shaft guide in the body which intersects the beak guide to temporarily latching the shaft to the body via a mounting fixture the shaft with the beak; and, wherein the body has a face end and a tail end.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25G 3/00 - Attaching handles to the implements
• B25G 3/02 - Socket, tang, or like fixings
• B25G 3/12 - Locking or securing devices
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls
• B25G 3/20 - Locking or securing devices comprising clamping or contracting means acting concentrically on the handle or socket

Abstract

A single use integrated disposable rotational speed reduction assembly having a shaft assembly, a housing, a planet carrier having a gear comprising inward-facing gear teeth, and one or more internal gear components with gear teeth. The shaft assembly causes rotation of the planet carrier with a sun gear via engagement with the internal gear components. The rotation of the internal gear components causes rotation of the planet carri er, with a reduction of rotational speed relative to the rotation of the shaft assembly. One or more gear components can be configured to fail after a predetermined number of use cycles.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• F16H 1/00 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion

Abstract

An integrated disposable rotational speed reduction assembly having a shaft assembly, a housing, an output assembly, and a plurality of planetary gears each having a plurality of gear teeth. The shaft assembly is configured to cause rotation of the planetary gears with a sun gear. The rotation of the planetary gears is configured to cause rotation of an output shaft, with a reduction of rotational speed relative to the rotation of the shaft assembly.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• B23B 45/00 - Hand-held or like portable drilling machines, e.g. drill gunsEquipment therefor
• B25B 23/143 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers wherein the work-contacting component pivots or rotates relative to the handle when a selected torque is exceeded

Abstract

A single use integrated disposable rotational speed reduction assembly having a shaft assembly, a housing, an output assembly, and a plurality of planetary gears each having a plurality of gear teeth. Hie shaft assembly is configured to cause rotation of the planetary gears with a sun gear. The rotation of the planetary gears is configured to cause rotation of an output shaft, with a reduction of rotational speed relative to the rotation of the shaft assembly. One or more gear components or spacers can be configured to fail after a predetermined number of use cycles.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• B23B 45/00 - Hand-held or like portable drilling machines, e.g. drill gunsEquipment therefor
• B25B 23/143 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers wherein the work-contacting component pivots or rotates relative to the handle when a selected torque is exceeded

Goods & Services

Medical instruments, namely, tools for affixing and or adjusting implantable medical devices, namely, pacemakers, neurostimulators, orthopedic and spinal medical devices, namely, replacement or partial replacement for joints, vertebra, knee, hip, and shoulder

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with an upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a rubbery spring material biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• F16D 43/202 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure of the ratchet type

Abstract

A flexible plastic, resin or polymer material forming a trial plate for use is surgery of bones including spine and extremities. The trial plate having at least one radioopaque region and which may have one radiolucent region. In some instances a main body includes one or more arms formed of subparts. Between the main body and subparts and between the subparts are rangible regions such a ribs or unbroken edges surrounding windows configured as predetermined break points to disassociate portions of an arm from the whole.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61F 2/44 - Joints for the spine, e.g. vertebrae, spinal discs
• A61F 2/46 - Special tools for implanting artificial joints
• A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61F 2/30 - Joints
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

Torque-limiting mechanisms comprising an upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/145 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for fluid operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device having a gearless clutch assembly with a first clutch element affixed to the cylindrical body, a second clutch element engaged with a shaft for rotation together with the shaft, one or more bearing elements disposed between the first clutch element and the second clutch element, and a compressive element configured to apply force across the clutch elements. The first clutch element and second clutch element exert compressive force, shearing force, or both on the one or more bearing elements to provide clutch functionality at predetermined torque limits.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 21/00 - Portable power-driven screw or nut setting or loosening toolsAttachments for drilling apparatus serving the same purpose
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting devices having an upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a spring element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range. The encasement provides mounts for a tool and for a drive shaft which may be connected to a powered device.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• F16D 43/202 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure of the ratchet type

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in objects. Objects may include bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The movable trocar with toroidal interface is adjustable relative to the surface. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/58 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor for osteosynthesis, e.g. bone plates, screws or setting implements
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in objects. Objects may include bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The movable trocar with toroidal interface is adjustable relative to the surface. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/58 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor for osteosynthesis, e.g. bone plates, screws or setting implements
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing matched medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

A twisting sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin, having a pin head visible through the elongated guide, and two opposing spring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movably fits inside pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• B25G 3/26 - Locking or securing devices comprising nails, screws, bolts, or pins traversing or entering the socket
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers

Abstract

A sliding sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin having a pin head visible through the elongated guide and two opposing spring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movable fits inside pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• B25G 3/26 - Locking or securing devices comprising nails, screws, bolts, or pins traversing or entering the socket
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls

Abstract

A flexible plastic, resin or polymer material forming a trial plate for use is surgery of bones including spine and extremities. The trial plate having at least one radio opaque region and guides for positioning. A kit may be provided containing at least one flexible trial plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• A61F 2/30 - Joints
• A61F 2/44 - Joints for the spine, e.g. vertebrae, spinal discs
• A61F 2/46 - Special tools for implanting artificial joints

Abstract

A flexible plastic, resin or polymer material forming a trial plate for use is surgery of bones including spine and extremities. The trial plate having at least one radio opaque region and guides for positioning. A kit may be provided containing at least one flexible trial plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/58 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor for osteosynthesis, e.g. bone plates, screws or setting implements
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61F 2/30 - Joints
• A61F 2/44 - Joints for the spine, e.g. vertebrae, spinal discs
• A61F 2/46 - Special tools for implanting artificial joints

Abstract

A reduction assembly, attachable to a torque limiting device, comprising a drive shaft having an input segment, an eccentric segment, and an output segment, wherein the input segment and the output segment each have a centerline running along a same first axis, and wherein the eccentric segment has a center line running along a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis and positioned a first distance away from the first axis. The assembly further comprising a disk assembly having a disk with a body, a plurality of lobes positioned concentrically on the body, and an opening extending through the body, the opening configured to slidably engage the eccentric segment of the drive shaft. The assembly further comprising a disk receptacle configured to engage with the disk, the receptacle having a floor and a wall with a plurality of protrusions extending from the wall, wherein the number of the plurality of protrusions is equal to one more than the number of the plurality of lobes on the disk.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 1/28 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion
• F16H 1/30 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which an orbital gear has an axis crossing the main axis of the gearing and has helical teeth or is a worm
• F16H 1/32 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which the central axis of the gearing lies inside the periphery of an orbital gear
• F16H 1/34 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion involving gears essentially having intermeshing elements other than involute or cycloidal teeth
• F16H 25/06 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying rotary motion with intermediate members guided along tracks on both rotary members

Abstract

A reduction assembly, attachable to a torque limiting device, comprising a drive shaft having an input segment, an eccentric segment, and an output segment, wherein the input segment and the output segment each have a centerline running along a same first axis, and wherein the eccentric segment has a center line running along a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis and positioned a first distance away from the first axis. The assembly further comprising a disk assembly having a disk with a body, a plurality of lobes positioned concentrically on the body, and an opening extending through the body, the opening configured to slidably engage the eccentric segment of the drive shaft. The assembly further comprising a disk receptacle configured to engage with the disk, the receptacle having a floor and a wall with a plurality of protrusions extending from the wall, wherein the number of the plurality of protrusions is equal to one more than the number of the plurality of lobes on the disk.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 1/28 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion
• F16H 1/30 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which an orbital gear has an axis crossing the main axis of the gearing and has helical teeth or is a worm
• F16H 1/32 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which the central axis of the gearing lies inside the periphery of an orbital gear
• F16H 1/34 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion involving gears essentially having intermeshing elements other than involute or cycloidal teeth
• F16H 25/06 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying rotary motion with intermediate members guided along tracks on both rotary members

Abstract

A reduction assembly comprising a drive shaft having an input segment, an eccentric segment, and an output segment, wherein the input segment and the output segment each have a centerline running along a same first axis, and wherein the eccentric segment has a center line running along a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis and positioned a first distance away from the first axis. The assembly further comprising a disk assembly having a disk with a body, a plurality of lobes positioned concentrically on the body, and an opening extending through the body, the opening configured to slidably engage the eccentric segment of the drive shaft. The assembly further comprising a disk receptacle configured to engage with the disk, the receptacle having a floor and a wall with a plurality of protrusions extending from the wall, wherein the number of the plurality of protrusions is equal to one more than the number of the plurality of lobes on the disk. The reduction assembly may be integrated with at least a portion of a torque limiting device.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 1/28 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion
• F16H 1/30 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which an orbital gear has an axis crossing the main axis of the gearing and has helical teeth or is a worm
• F16H 1/32 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which the central axis of the gearing lies inside the periphery of an orbital gear
• F16H 1/34 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion involving gears essentially having intermeshing elements other than involute or cycloidal teeth
• F16H 25/06 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying rotary motion with intermediate members guided along tracks on both rotary members

Abstract

A reduction assembly comprising a drive shaft having an input segment, an eccentric segment, and an output segment, wherein the input segment and the output segment each have a centerline running along a same first axis, and wherein the eccentric segment has a center line running along a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis and positioned a first distance away from the first axis. The assembly further comprising a disk assembly having a disk with a body, a plurality of lobes positioned concentrically on the body, and an opening extending through the body, the opening configured to slidably engage the eccentric segment of the drive shaft. The assembly further comprising a disk receptacle configured to engage with the disk, the receptacle having a floor and a wall with a plurality of protrusions extending from the wall, wherein the number of the plurality of protrusions is equal to one more than the number of the plurality of lobes on the disk. The reduction assembly may be integrated with at least a portion of a torque limiting device.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 1/28 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion
• F16H 1/30 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which an orbital gear has an axis crossing the main axis of the gearing and has helical teeth or is a worm
• F16H 1/32 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion in which the central axis of the gearing lies inside the periphery of an orbital gear
• F16H 1/34 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion with gears having orbital motion involving gears essentially having intermeshing elements other than involute or cycloidal teeth
• F16H 25/06 - Gearings comprising primarily only cams, cam-followers and screw-and-nut mechanisms for conveying rotary motion with intermediate members guided along tracks on both rotary members

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting gearless device with speed reduction. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range. The reduction assembly integral to the gearless torque limiting assembly provides a drive shaft having an input segment, an eccentric segment, and an output segment, wherein the input segment and the output segment each have a centerline running along a same first axis, and wherein the eccentric segment has a center line running along a second axis, the second axis being parallel to the first axis and positioned a first distance away from the first axis.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

A latch and catch arrangement is disclosed, whereby a sleeve supporting a flexible hinge with an extended finger is oriented over a fluid connection to a socket guide. The sleeve is oriented to the tool collar to place a flexible hinge and finger over the bearing guide. The finger moves upward when a tool is inserted into a tool socket, and the flexible hinge, properly oriented by the alignment catch/latch, keeps the finger in the tool socket while allowing necessary movement to insert and remove a tool.

IPC Classes  ?

• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• B23B 31/02 - Chucks
• B23B 31/08 - Chucks holding tools or work yieldably
• B23B 31/10 - Chucks characterised by the retaining or gripping devices or their immediate operating means
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25B 23/16 - Handles

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a washer assembly biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure including but not limited to spring compressed retained blades and detachable blades.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25D 5/02 - Automatic centre punches
• B25D 5/00 - Centre punches
• B26F 1/32 - Hand-held perforating or punching apparatus, e.g. awls
• B26F 1/34 - Hand-held perforating or punching apparatus, e.g. awls power actuated

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with an upper shank component with a torque- limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a rubbery spring material biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque- limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speed s and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a washer assembly biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

Torque-limiting mechanisms comprising an upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a biasing element. Torque -limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-lmiiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting devices having an upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a spring element. Torque -limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. The torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range. The encasement provides mounts for a tool and for a drive shaft which may be connected to a powered device.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 43/21 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure with friction members
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods

Abstract

A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device Slaving a gearless clutch assembly with a first clutch element affixed to the cylindrical body, a second clutch element engaged with a shaft for rotation together with the shaft, one or more bearing elements disposed between the first clutch element and the second clutch element, and a compressive element configured to apply force across the clutch elements. The first clutch element and second clutch element exert compressive force, shearing force, or both on the one or more bearing elements to provide clutch functionality at predetermined torque limits.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor

Abstract

Disposable torque-limiting mechanisms with upper shank component with a torque-limiting interface, a lower shank component with a torque-limiting interface, and a washer assembly biasing element. Torque-limiting interfaces having a plurality of undulations arranged around an axial bore or drive socket and separated by a plurality of transition regions, with each undulation having an upslope, a peak, and a downslope. Hie torque-limiting interfaces are configured to engage and disengage to provide torque transmission with predetermined torque limits at various rotational speeds and for amounts of actuations while remaining within a specified operational range.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/143 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers wherein the work-contacting component pivots or rotates relative to the handle when a selected torque is exceeded
• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• F16D 43/202 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure of the ratchet type

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for delivering torque to a workpiece. The present disclosure also provides for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure. The apparatuses can include adapters with input and output shafts having an angular difference between their orientations, with the shafts mating with gears such that torque applied to the input shaft is transferred to the output shaft. Limited use devices having soft gears dampen the action in exchange for a limited use device compared to traditional metal geared devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16H 57/038 - Gearboxes for accommodating bevel gears
• F16H 1/14 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving only two intermeshing members with non-parallel axes comprising conical gears only

Abstract

A device and method of delivering a medical tool which may be a resector, cutter, probe, or the like, including a memory arm compacted in a small diameter state which expands in a relaxed memory state, is disclosed. Said delivery may include using a hollow sheath to pre-compact or preload a memory blade into a compact position, transferring said compacted memory blade into a cannula, and deploying said memory blade from the distal end of said cannula whereby the memory blade returns to its normal expanded memory state and a deployment nut can be used to control the extension or the withdrawal of the memory arm and blade.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/32 - Surgical cutting instruments

Abstract

A bidirectional torque limiting driver with a handle, internal wall, movable head and a tool mounted thereon, with flexible torque limiting flex ramp(s) formed on said internal wall, whereby said ramps move under sufficient force to impart a predetermined torque to a tip is disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A torque-limiting device may include a shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks and a spring to connect to a nut. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 15/00 - Screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 13/06 - SpannersWrenches with rigid jaws of socket type
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• A61C 8/00 - Means to be fixed to the jaw-bone for consolidating natural teeth or for fixing dental prostheses thereonDental implantsImplanting tools

Abstract

A disposable ratcheting device and method is disclosed, which may include a shaft extending axially through at least a shank. The shank also provides a cup or chamber wherein a series of drive bodies reside in a movable fashion. The shank is placed in a body having an inner wall with teeth formed radially, The drive bodies have toes protruding beyond the shank and which, in a locked direction, engage the teeth inside the body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A clutch within a torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The clutch having swappable gear rings. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A torque-limiting device may include a shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks, a spring, and a nut to an end opening of a handle. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities. The shaft may be of a plastic material and include a lumen extending there through, and through which a variety of devices and materials may be delivered to a workpiece.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• A61M 25/01 - Introducing, guiding, advancing, emplacing or holding catheters
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/18 - Devices for illuminating the head of the screw or the nut
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• F16B 29/00 - Screwed connection with deformation of nut or auxiliary member while fastening
• F16B 37/00 - Nuts or like thread-engaging members

Abstract

A unitary base for a torque limiting device is disclosed. The base accepting a plurality of swappable torque limiting fixtures (STLF), whereby a single unitary disposable plastic base may be utilized to form a variety of different specific torque limiting devices and a method to construct and configure such a device.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 15/02 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A latch and catch arrangement is disclosed, whereby a sleeve supporting a flexible hinge with an extended finger is oriented over a fluid connection to a socket guide. An alignment via a latch and catch between the sleeve and tool collar orients a flexible hinge, which may be of reduced thickness, over a bearing in a guide. The finger moves upward when a tool is inserted into a tool socket, and the flexible hinge, properly oriented by the alignment catch/latch, keeps the finger in the tool socket while allowing necessary movement to insert and remove a tool.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/70 - Spinal positioners or stabilisers, e.g. stabilisers comprising fluid filler in an implant
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

The present disclosure provides methods for forming or enlarging holes in bone tissue and methods for fixing medical plates to bodies. The present disclosure also provides for products produced by the methods of the present disclosure and for apparatuses used to perform the methods of the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/34 - TrocarsPuncturing needles
• A61B 17/17 - Guides for drills
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• B25D 5/02 - Automatic centre punches
• B25D 5/00 - Centre punches
• B26F 1/32 - Hand-held perforating or punching apparatus, e.g. awls
• B26F 1/34 - Hand-held perforating or punching apparatus, e.g. awls power actuated

Abstract

A torque limiting device is disclosed, comprising a hollow body with an open proximal end and open distal end forming a handle, an internal wall bisecting said hollow body into a first and a second section on one side having torque limiting movable ramps, a rotatable head section affixed movably to the internal wall with bumps extended from the backside thereof, and a tool mounted to the front side whereby when rotated in a torque limiting direction, the at least one bump stop will pass over the ramp and the application of sufficient torque requirement of said device will depress the ramp, and allow the bump stop to pass over.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 15/02 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• F16D 9/06 - Couplings with safety member for disconnecting by breaking due to shear stress
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• F16D 43/202 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by torque, e.g. overload-release clutches, slip-clutches with means by which torque varies the clutching pressure of the ratchet type
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A disposable bidirectional ratchet, which has a tubular hollow handle with an interior surface having teeth thereon; a toggle mounted movably within the handle; a knob connected to an end of the toggle moves the toggle inside the handle; a plurality of pins on another end of the toggle; a plurality of actuators each comprising: fingers, levers, toes and a head, and having a post guide formed therein; a plurality of posts affixed to a clutch; and, wherein the actuators are movable affixed to the clutch via the posts, and the pin position selects the direction of engagement via adjustment of the actuator position via applying force to the levers, which moves the lateral edges of the actuator towards or away from the teeth.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/12 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods for ligaturing or otherwise compressing tubular parts of the body, e.g. blood vessels or umbilical cord
• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor

Abstract

Surgical kits comprising a tool having a handle and a shaft affixed to the handle at one end and a free end having a threaded connection, at least two disc inserts, each disc insert comprising a rounded square having an annular wall surrounding a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein a threaded catch is formed in each disc insert to mate with the threaded connection, and wherein the interface between the disc insert top surface and annular wall forms a first perimeter and the interface between the disc insert bottom surface and the annular wall forms a second perimeter. At least a portion of the disc inserts can be radiopaque and a portion can be radiolucent. Also provided are kits having one or more disc inserts and one or more trial plates, each trial plate comprising a plurality of positioning guides.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61F 2/44 - Joints for the spine, e.g. vertebrae, spinal discs

Abstract

A sliding sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin having a pin head visible through the elongated guide and two opposing spring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movable fits in side pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25G 3/26 - Locking or securing devices comprising nails, screws, bolts, or pins traversing or entering the socket
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls

Abstract

A twisting sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin, having a pin head visible through the elongated guide, and two opposing spring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movably fits inside pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• B23B 31/107 - Retention by laterally-acting detents, e.g. pins, screws, wedgesRetention by loose elements, e.g. balls
• B25G 3/26 - Locking or securing devices comprising nails, screws, bolts, or pins traversing or entering the socket
• B25G 3/18 - Locking or securing devices comprising catches or pawls

Abstract

A torque-limiting device may include a shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks and a spring to connect to a nut. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities. The shaft may include a lumen extending there through, and through which a variety of devices and materials may be delivered to a workpiece.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 15/00 - Screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A torque-limiting driver has a handle, a body, a torque-limiting assembly and a work-piece engaging tip. The torque-limiting assembly includes an upper and lower shank that have a plurality of teeth circumferentially spaced. The teeth have a vertical face, an inclined face, and a flat peak. There is a spring for applying pressure across the upper and lower shank with multiple washers interposed between the lower shaft and spring. In some instances, there is a round square drive with arched catches having preselected radii to assure operation over certain cycles at selected torque and to reduced nose cone damage and breakage at a predetermined inch pounds of torque.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

A welled handle device comprising a base with a front and back end having a predetermined grippable silhouette or outer contour, a plurality of open wells formed in the base, and a tool portion connected to the front end of the base. The open wells contain regions which are substantially rough or textured and regions which are substantially smooth. A method of collecting medical waste comprising the steps of having waste on a hand or glove and gripping the grippable outer contour of the welled handle device, wherein at least some of the medical waste is collected within the wells of the handle.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61J 1/05 - Containers specially adapted for medical or pharmaceutical purposes for collecting, storing or administering blood, plasma or medical fluids
• A61B 17/29 - Forceps for use in minimally invasive surgery
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 19/02 - Protective casings or covers for appliances or instruments, e.g. boxes or sterile covers; Instrument tables or cupboards; Doctors' bags
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 17/32 - Surgical cutting instruments
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 90/70 - Cleaning devices specially adapted for surgical instruments
• A61B 50/36 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments for collecting or disposing of used articles
• A61B 50/37 - Containers specially adapted for packaging, protecting, dispensing, collecting or disposing of surgical or diagnostic appliances or instruments for collecting or disposing of used articles for absorbent articles, e.g. bandages, garments, swabs or towels

Abstract

A disposable ratcheting device and method is disclosed, which may include a shaft extending axially through at least a shank. The shank also provides a cup or chamber wherein a series of drive bodies reside in a movable fashion. The shank is placed in a body having an inner wall with teeth formed radially, The drive bodies have toes protruding beyond the shank and which, in a locked direction, engage the teeth inside the body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

A fortified plastic disposable driver having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners, is disclosed. The channel accepts a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs wherein they have a bottom affixed at said flat top, and each has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of ribs, each pair being positioned along one of the four sides of the square channel. In some instances, each rib further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge, and each outer edge is aligned with a corner. A body and/or handle are used therewith to impart torque for use.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers

Abstract

A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device having a tool shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks, and a spring to connect to a nut and a drive shaft, the tool shaft extending from the distal end of the device and a drive shaft extending from the proximal end of the device which mates with a power supply to provide rotational force, is disclosed. The face-to-floor gears within the device provide superior heat management capabilities, thereby reducing ablation and melting as compared to traditional gear arrangements. A fortified connector mount supports a power driven shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type
• A61B 17/32 - Surgical cutting instruments
• B25B 15/04 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle with ratchet action
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a fortified plastic connector mount having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners. The channel is formed axial and centered in the nose and of a size to accept a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs “FBR” wherein the FBR have a bottom affixed at said flat top, and the FBR has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of FBR each pair being positioned along one of the four sides of the square channel. In some instances, each FBR further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge and each outer edge is aligned with a corner.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25G 3/32 - Locking or securing devices in association with, or including, tang, bolt, or other member passing axially through whole length of handle
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61C 8/00 - Means to be fixed to the jaw-bone for consolidating natural teeth or for fixing dental prostheses thereonDental implantsImplanting tools

Abstract

A clutch within a torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The clutch having swappable gear rings. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements

Abstract

A torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/143 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers wherein the work-contacting component pivots or rotates relative to the handle when a selected torque is exceeded

Abstract

A clutch within a torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The clutch having swappable gear rings. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)

Abstract

A torque-limiting device which may include a shaft extending axially through a clutch assembly and a spring to connect to a nut. The upper and lower shanks may be under a force from the spring and further configured to selectively engage within a predetermined torque limit and disengage at above the predetermined torque limit. Accordingly, the shaft may receive torque up to the predetermined limit as provided by a user operating a handle of the torque-limiting device. The torque-limiting device may be disposable, reusable, economical, and have high torque capabilities.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A unitary base for a torque limiting device is disclosed. The base accepting a plurality of swappable torque limiting fixtures (STLF), whereby a single unitary disposable plastic base may be utilized to form a variety of different specific torque limiting devices and a method to construct and configure such a device.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 15/02 - Screwdrivers operated by rotating the handle
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices

Abstract

A latch and catch arrangement is disclosed, whereby a sleeve supporting a flexible hinge is oriented over a bearing in guide. Said bearing in guide moves upward when a tool is inserted into a tool socket, and the flexible hinge, properly oriented by the alignment catch/latch, keeps the bearing in the tool socket while allowing necessary movement to insert and remove a tool.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 13/58 - Jaw attachments
• B25B 23/02 - Arrangements for handling screws or nuts

Abstract

A sliding sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin having a pin head visible through the elongated guide and two opposing spring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movable fits in side pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25G 3/02 - Socket, tang, or like fixings
• B25B 29/00 - Accessories

Abstract

A twisting sleeve or collar which is cylindrical and has an elongated guide or channel fluidly connecting the outer annular wall with the inner annular wall of the sleeve is disclosed. A connector having at least one open end and an elongated slot with a floor and a pin guide through the floor is further disclosed. The pin guide is open to the inside of the connector. Between the sleeve and the slot is a pin, having a pin head visible through the elongated guide, and two opposing soring arms of a size and shape to fit in said slot, and a pin body which movably fits inside pin guide.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25G 3/02 - Socket, tang, or like fixings
• B25B 29/00 - Accessories

Abstract

A bidirectional torque limiting driver with a handle, internal wall, movable head and a tool mounted thereon, with flexible torque limiting flex ramp(s) formed on said internal wall, whereby said ramps move under sufficient force to impart a predetermined torque to a tip is disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/142 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for hand operated wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

According to aspects of one or more exemplary implementations, disclosed is a flanged ribbed nut, or FRN, having a head above an extended flange formed integral to said head, and a neck integral to and extending from said flange opposite said head, and a threading guide in fluid communication with said head, flange and neck, and having at least two interfering ribs formed therein.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16B 39/282 - Locking by means of special shape of work-engaging surfaces, e.g. notched or toothed nuts
• F16B 37/00 - Nuts or like thread-engaging members
• F16B 37/14 - Cap nutsNut caps or bolt caps
• F16B 39/34 - Locking by deformable inserts or like parts
• F16B 37/08 - Quickly-detachable nuts, e.g. consisting of two or more partsNuts movable along the bolt after tilting the nut

Abstract

A disposable ratcheting device and method is disclosed, which may include a shaft extending axially through at least a shank. The shank also provides a cup or chamber wherein a series of drive bodies reside in a movable fashion. The shank is placed in a body having an inner wall with teeth formed radially, The drive bodies have toes protruding beyond the shank and which, in a locked direction, engage the teeth inside the body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 13/36 - Arrangements for locking the jaws by ratchet action
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements

Abstract

A disposable ratcheting device and method is disclosed, which may include a shaft extending axially through at least a shank. The shank also provides a cup or chamber wherein a series of drive bodies reside in a movable fashion. The shank is placed in a body having an inner wall with teeth formed radially, The drive bodies have toes protruding beyond the shank and which, in a locked direction, engage the teeth inside the body.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25B 13/46 - SpannersWrenches of the ratchet type, for providing a free return stroke of the handle
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/157 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having torque controlled clutch-type arrangements

Abstract

A device and method of delivering a medical tool which may be a resector, cutter, probe, or the like, including a memory arm compacted in a small diameter state which expands in a relaxed memory state, is disclosed. Said delivery may include using a hollow sheath to pre-compact or preload a memory blade into a compact position, transferring said compacted memory blade into a cannula, and deploying said memory blade from the distal end of said cannula whereby the memory blade returns to its normal expanded memory state and a deployment nut can be used to control the extension or the withdrawal of the memory arm and blade.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
• A61B 17/16 - Instruments for performing osteoclasisDrills or chisels for bonesTrepans
• A61B 17/32 - Surgical cutting instruments

Abstract

A aspects of one or more exemplary implementations, disclosed is a plastic tool mount and system with a tool connector head with a back side, nose and distal end of the nose; a shaft guide having a channel is formed within the head open at the distal end of the nose; the channel further having a raised bump section of plastic extending from a wall of the shaft guide into the shaft guide channel; and, wherein the diameter of the shaft guide channel at the location of the raised bump is diminished.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 1/072 - Couplings for rigidly connecting two coaxial shafts or other movable machine elements for attachment of a member on a shaft or on a shaft-end non-disconnectable involving plastic deformation
• B23P 11/02 - Connecting or disconnecting metal parts or objects by metal-working techniques, not otherwise provided for by first expanding and then shrinking or vice versa, e.g. by using pressure fluidsConnecting or disconnecting metal parts or objects by metal-working techniques, not otherwise provided for by making force fits
• F16B 17/00 - Fastening means without screw-thread for connecting constructional elements or machine parts by a part of or on one member entering a hole in the other
• B25B 23/00 - Details of, or accessories for, spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers

Abstract

A fortified plastic disposable driver having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners, is disclosed. The channel accepts a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs wherein they have a bottom affixed at said flat top, and each has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of ribs, each pair being positioned along one of the four sides of the square channel. In some instances, each rib further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge, and each outer edge is aligned with a corner. A body and/or handle are used therewith to impart torque for use.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device having a tool shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks, and a spring to connect to a nut and a drive shaft, the tool shaft extending from the distal end of the device and a drive shaft extending from the proximal end of the device which mates with a power supply to provide rotational force, is disclosed. The face-to-floor gears within the device provide superior heat management capabilities, thereby reducing ablation and melting as compared to traditional gear arrangements. A fortified connector mount supports a power driven shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a fortified plastic connector mount having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners. The channel is formed axial and centered in the nose and of a size to accept a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs "FBR" wherein the FBR have a bottom affixed at said flat top and the FBR has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of FBR each pair being positioned along one of the four side of the square channel. In some instances each FBR further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge and each outer edge is aligned with a corner.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• A61C 3/00 - Dental tools or instruments

Abstract

A power driven in-line disposable torque-limiting device having a tool shaft extending axially through upper and lower shanks, and a spring to connect to a nut and a drive shaft, the tool shaft extending from the distal end of the device and a drive shaft extending from the proximal end of the device which mates with a power supply to provide rotational force, is disclosed. The face-to-floor gears within the device provide superior heat management capabilities, thereby reducing ablation and melting as compared to traditional gear arrangements. A fortified connector mount supports a power driven shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• B25B 23/147 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers specially adapted for electrically operated wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 23/155 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers wherein the work-contacting means is released from torque-transmitting engagement with the work, when a selected torque is exceeded
• F16D 7/04 - Slip couplings, e.g. slipping on overload, for absorbing shock of the ratchet type

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a fortified plastic connector mount having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners. The channel is formed axial and centered in the nose and of a size to accept a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs "FBR" wherein the FBR have a bottom affixed at said flat top and the FBR has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of FBR each pair being positioned along one of the four side of the square channel. In some instances each FBR further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge and each outer edge is aligned with a corner.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 17/88 - Methods or means for implanting or extracting internal fixation devices
• A61C 3/00 - Dental tools or instruments
• B25B 23/153 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers having a force-transmitting element which is permanently deformed upon application of an excessive amount of torque

Abstract

A fortified plastic disposable driver having a plastic generally conical nose with a top and bottom, the bottom formed as part of or affixed to the flat top of a body and the top of the nose having a square channel guide with corners, is disclosed. The channel accepts a tool or shaft. At 90 degree orientation from each other are four pairs of force buttressing ribs wherein they have a bottom affixed at said flat top, and each has a support edge affixed to an annular outer wall of the nose. The four pairs of ribs, each pair being positioned along one of the four sides of the square channel. In some instances, each rib further comprises an interior edge and an outer edge, and each outer edge is aligned with a corner. A body and/or handle are used therewith to impart torque for use.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61B 17/56 - Surgical instruments or methods for treatment of bones or jointsDevices specially adapted therefor
• A61B 19/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups A61B 1/00-A61B 18/00, e.g. for stereotaxis, sterile operation, luxation treatment, wound edge protectors(protective face masks A41D 13/11; surgeons' or patients' gowns or dresses A41D 13/12; devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body liquids A61M 1/00)
• B25B 23/14 - Arrangement of torque limiters or torque indicators in wrenches or screwdrivers
• B25B 13/00 - SpannersWrenches

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