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Variable angled locking screw

US8728129B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 7, 2011
Grant dateMay 20, 2014
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49948
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A variable angle locking screw assembly that includes a plate material, a screw, and a washer at least partially located within the plate material, the washer and screw cooperating to create a wedge locking the screw in one of a plurality of axial and rotational positions, where the locked position may be undone and adjusted by manipulation of at least one of the screw and washer.

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