External fixation clamp using a trigger mechanism and stored spring energy
US9277937B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 15, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/6466
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An external fixation clamp for receiving a fixation element includes an inner jaw and an outer jaw movable between an open position that permits the fixation element to be placed between the inner and outer jaws and a closed position that restricts removal of the fixation element from between the inner and outer jaws. A latch assembly may cooperate with the inner and outer jaws to secure the jaws in a closed position. The latch assembly may comprise a latch and a latch biasing member. The latch may be configured to translate linearly relative to one of the inner and outer jaws, and the latch biasing member may have a first higher level of stored energy when the inner and outer jaws are in the open position and a second lower level of stored energy when the inner and outer jaws are in the closed position.
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