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Fiber-reinforced composite orthopaedic device having embedded electronics

US9855081B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 13, 2012
Grant dateJan 2, 2018
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Expiry dateJun 8, 2034

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  • 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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