Medical implant
US7288114B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 26, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0028
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The medical implant is constructed of a fiber reinforced plastic. That fibers (50a, 50b) are generally aligned in layers (C, D, E), wherein the fibers of at least two different layers having different orientations. The fibers are long and oriented in relationship to the biomechanical requirements. The implant can oppose multi-directional forces and can be manufactured with the appropriate strength and stiffness.
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