Fiber-reinforced composite orthopaedic device having embedded electronics
US9855081B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/4666
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In one general aspect, an orthopedic fixation device includes an inner core and shaft formed of a multi-layered, fiber-reinforced composite. A sensing element is embedded within the multi-layered, fiber-reinforced composite.
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