Robotic prosthesis alignment device and alignment surrogate device
US8409297B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S901/09
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A robotic prosthesis alignment device is disclosed that may automatically move the alignment of a prosthesis socket in relation to a prosthesis shank. The robotic prosthesis alignment device provides automatic translation in two axes. The robotic prosthesis alignment device includes angulation mechanics that automatically provide for plantarflexion, dorsiflexion, inversion, and eversion of the foot and shank with respect to the prosthesis socket. A surrogate device is also disclosed that can replicate the alignment achieved with the robotic prosthesis alignment device.
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