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Transverse connector

US8864798B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 18, 2008
Grant dateOct 21, 2014
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/7052
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A transverse connector system having a first and a second locking head, and a transverse rod that is secured by the first and second locking heads. The first and second locking heads are provided with a first and second pivot arm for engaging and securing first and second elongated rods. The first and second locking heads each simultaneously engage and secure the transverse and elongated rods separately.

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