Apparatus for driver-specific backout prevention
US11931085B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2021 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/8655
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A driver-specific back-out prevention mechanism is disclosed that includes a screw and a body. A first driver can be used for coupling and decoupling the screw with the body, and a second driver can only be used for adjusting the position of the screw in the receiving body. The body includes a cavity for receiving a head of the screw, with the cavity having an inward flange. The screw includes upper and lower sockets, with a channel extending though the head from the lower socket and a lock body disposed in the channel. Engagement with the first driver allows the locking body to move such that the fastener can be inserted and removed from the body. Engagement with the second driver displaces the locking body such that the locking body interferes with the flange such that screw fastener cannot be removed from the body by the second driver.
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