Polymeric prosthetic devices with heat control capabilities
US9358138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 7, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49826
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Prosthetic liners, prosthetic sockets and prosthetic suspension sleeves, as well as orthotic components, having enhanced thermally conductivity and/or enhanced heat absorption capabilities. Such components may be used in various combinations to create assemblies and systems that are operative to better transfer heat away from and/or absorb heat produced by residual or intact limbs of a user.
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