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Adaptive apparatus for driving a threaded device into material such as a biological tissue

An adaptive apparatus for driving a threaded device into material, the apparatus including a rotating driving bit, a sensor for sensing during said driving a first quantity related to the material's properties, memory means for storing sensed values of said first quantity, and a feedback arrangement which processes the values sensed by the sensor in comparison to known data to characterise the material and to determine a shut-off condition at which safe and effective engagement of the threaded device in the material is achieved, wherein the feedback arrangement ceases rotation of said driving bit when said shut-off condition is achieved. In another form of the invention, there is provided a method of driving a threaded device into material, said method including the steps of: driving the threaded device into said material by way of a rotating driving bit; sensing during said driving a first quantity related to material properties of the material; storing sensed values of said first quantity; processing the values sensed by the sensor in comparison to known data to characterise the material and to determine a shut-off condition at which safe and effective engagement of the threaded device in the material is achieved; and ceasing rotation of said driving bit when said shut-off condition is achieved.
Owner:FINDERS UNIV OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA THE

Tool and associated methods for controllably applying torque to a fastener

A torque tool and an associated method are provided which apply operator-defined levels of torque to a threaded fastener. In one aspect, a portable, battery powered torque tool controls the motor to slow further advancement of the threaded fastener once the torque that has been applied to the threaded fastener has reached a predefined threshold. In another aspect, a torque tool monitors a measure of torque applied to a threaded fastener more frequently once the torque applied to the threaded fastener has reached a predefined threshold. A method of defining a mathematical relationship between a first measure provided by a torque transducer of torque applied to a threaded fastener and a second measure provided by a torque measurement reference device of torque applied to the threaded fastener is also provided such that the measure of torque provided by the torque transducer can be calibrated.
Owner:THE BOEING CO

Assembly tool for modular implants and associated method

An assembly tool (1) for assembly of a first component (2) of a prosthesis (4) to a second component (6) of the prosthesis (4) for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The tool (1) includes a first member (8) operably associated with the first component (2). The first member (8) defines a first member longitudinal axis (10) of the first member (8). The tool also includes a second member (12) operably associated with the second component (6). The second member (12) defines a second member longitudinal axis (14) of the second member (12). The second member (12) is adapted to provide relative motion of the second member (12) with respect to the first member (8) when the second member (12) is rotated relative to the first member (8) about the second member longitudinal axis (14).
Owner:DEPUY PROD INC

Apparatus for therapeutic cooling and warming of a body portion of a human or mammal

At least one thermoelectric assembly controlled by a microprocessor and disposed on a thermal conduction pad configured to conduct energy to and from the thermoelectric assembly and adjacent the treatment area positioned with removable electronics and a breathable liner. The hot intensity, cold intensity and time delay between sequences can also be selected as well as alternating temperature sequences with both vibration and tension monitoring to promote blood flow and speed up healing.
Owner:OASIS MEDICAL SOLUTIONS

Assembly tool for modular implants and associated method

An assembly tool for assembly of a first component of a prosthesis to a second component of the prosthesis for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The tool includes a first member operably associated with the first component and a second member. The second member is operably associated with the second component. At least one of the first member and the second member are adapted to provide for the assembly of the first component of the prosthesis to the second component of the prosthesis. The second member is operably associated with the first member for relative motion between the first member and the second member for assembly of the first component of the prosthesis to the second component. The tool also includes an angular orientation feature cooperating with at least one of the first member and the second member for at least one of replicating and measuring the relative angular orientation of the first component with respect to the second component.
Owner:DEPUY PROD INC

Clamp for mount system

A clamp comprises an anvil and a jaw member moveable relative to the anvil between a secured positioned and an unsecured positioned. A driver, which moves the jaw member between the secured and unsecured positions, includes a torque limiter to inhibit overtightening the jaw member against an object. The jaw member has a rigid engagement portion and an elastomeric pad on its engagement surface. In the unsecured position, the elastomeric pad projects above the rigid material such that when the jaw member is brought into contact with the object, the elastomeric pad contacts the object and the object is substantially free of contact with the rigid engagement portion. In the secured position, the elastomeric pad is compressed such that both the elastomeric pad and rigid engagement portion contact the object.
Owner:SECO PRECISION (USA) LLC +1

Hole saw boss

The present invention relates to an improved hole saw boss (10) and in particular, to a boss including a threaded member (12) adapted to accommodate two hole saws of the same or different bore thread diameters. The present invention allows for a pre-existing aperture (22) in a work piece to be simply enlarged. This is useful if a new lock mechanism is being installed in a door with a pre-existing aperture where the lock mechanism requires a larger aperture than that which was in existence. Currently the aperture has to be enlarged by manual handwork since there is no centre-point to which a pilot drill may be enlarged. The threaded bore diameters of the present invention correspond with the commonly available hole saw threaded bore diameters. The present invention therefore provides the public with device for enlarging apertures which is simply, cost effective and can be used with currently available hole saws.
Owner:KEIGHTLEY KYM JOHN

Clamp for mount system

A clamp comprises an anvil and a jaw member moveable relative to the anvil between a secured positioned and an unsecured positioned. A driver, which moves the jaw member between the secured and unsecured positions, includes a torque limiter to inhibit overtightening the jaw member against an object. The jaw member has a rigid engagement portion and an elastomeric pad on its engagement surface. In the unsecured position, the elastomeric pad projects above the rigid material such that when the jaw member is brought into contact with the object, the elastomeric pad contacts the object and the object is substantially free of contact with the rigid engagement portion. In the secured position, the elastomeric pad is compressed such that both the elastomeric pad and rigid engagement portion contact the object.
Owner:SECO PRECISION (USA) LLC +1

Assembly tool for modular implants and associated method

ActiveUS20080091212A1Easy to holdSimple optimum ergonomicsJoint implantsFemoral headsJoint arthroplastyProsthesis
An assembly tool (1) for assembly of a first component (2) of a prosthesis (4) to a second component (6) of the prosthesis (4) for use in joint arthroplasty is provided. The tool (1) includes a first member (8) operably associated with the first component (2). The first member (8) defines a first member longitudinal axis (10) of the first member (8). The tool also includes a second member (12) operably associated with the second component (6). The second member (12) defines a second member longitudinal axis (14) of the second member (12). The second member (12) is adapted to provide relative motion of the second member (12) with respect to the first member (8) when the second member (12) is rotated relative to the first member (8) about the second member longitudinal axis (14).
Owner:DEPUY SYNTHES PROD INC

Adjustable bushing assemblies, panel mounting systems, and methods

InactiveUS20120181402A1Decrease and eliminate panel damageAvoid over-tighteningCandle holdersLighting support devicesEngineeringSupport surface
Adjustable bushing assemblies for mounting panels to a support surface include an upper bushing and a lower bushing. The upper bushing is configured to be secured to the lower bushing and prevent over tightening of a fastener secured through the upper and lower bushings. In addition, systems of at least one implementation of the present invention include a plurality of panels mounted to one or more support surfaces using one or more adjustable bushing assemblies.
Owner:3FORM

Intramedullary nail system with tang fixation

The Intramedullary Nail System with Tang Fixation includes a nail for insertion into the intramedullary canal of the femur and a lag screw for insertion through the nail, into the femoral head of the femur. The nail is affixed to the inside of the femur using only extendable tangs that extend into the bone. Similarly, the lag screw is secured to the inside of the femur and femoral head using only threads and extendable tangs. Thus, the nail is held within the intramedullary canal of the femur, affixed internally by the lag screw and tangs, without the use of screws that penetrate the surface of the bone, and without requiring significant x-ray exposure.
Owner:ORTHOPEDIC DESIGNS NORTH AMERICAN

Wrenchless blade clamp assembly

InactiveUS6843627B2Improved blade clamp assemblyManually loosenedMetal sawing devicesNutsCircular sawEngineering
A wrenchless clamp assembly is provided to secure a tool disc, such as a circular saw blade, to a shaft of a power tool. The blade clamp assembly includes an outer flange positionable against an outer side of the blade and a manually tightenable click bolt that includes a movable click member operable to selectively engage the outer flange for rotationally locking or unlocking the bolt. In an embodiment, the click member moves alternatingly between axially engaged and disengaged positions according to sequential rotational increments of the click member relative to the bolt body. Accordingly, the click bolt can be installed by hand and rotationally locked without a need for high torque, and the click bolt can be easily removed by hand when the click member is moved to the disengaged position, axially free from the outer flange. In an embodiment, the click bolt permits limited torque applied during installation.
Owner:CREDO TECH CORP

Universal bone screw screwdriver

The instant invention is directed to a universal bone screw screwdriver and in particular to a universal screwdriver that permits the removal of screws from bone plates that are manufactured by different manufacturers having distinct characteristics. The universal bone screw screwdriver is adapted to replaceably receive tool bits corresponding to the screw heads of different manufacturers and comprises a torque limiting spring to secure the tool bit to the driver shaft and inhibit over-tightening of the bone screw into the bone or bone plate as the case may be.
Owner:PLOTKIN DAVID B

Over-torque resistant vial

An over-torque resistant vial and closure assembly includes a vial having an outwardly projecting rib that cooperates with a stop surface provided on a closure. When the closure is threadably coupled to the vial, the stop surface of the closure engages the outwardly projecting rib of the vial so as to prevent over-torquing of the closure onto the vial.
Owner:NAT SCI

Precision aligning fastener

Precision aligning fastener for releasably joining two halves of a manufactured article. The precision aligning fastener has a male body that threads into a female body. The threads on the male and female threads, bodies are provided in an interrupted-thread pattern, allowing the male body to be completely inserted into the female body before twisting and engaging the threads. A stop means is provided, to assist in aligning and to prevent overtightening of the fastener. The fastener is particularly well-suited to releasably join long, slender articles that must be precisely aligned to function properly, such as a hunter's longbow, billiard cues, furniture, etc.
Owner:WARREN CRAIG A

Tightening device and tightening method

A tightening device and a tightening method are able to check that a fastening member has been fastened to a desired set torque or greater after being tightened, without loosening the fastening member. The tightening device executes a first tightening process of adjusting the output of a motor after measured torque that is measured by a torque detector has reached a preset first control start torque, such that the measured torque reaches a preset first set torque in a phased manner through repeated increases and decreases in torque, and blocking power supply to the motor when the measured torque reaches the first set torque, and then executes a second tightening process of driving the motor at an initial output that is less than in the first tightening process, adjusting the output of the motor after the measured torque that is measured by the torque detector has reached a preset second control start torque, such that the measured torque reaches a preset second set torque in a phased manner through repeated increases and decreases in torque, and blocking power supply to the motor when the measured torque reaches the second set torque.
Owner:TONE CO LTD +1

Speed nut

This invention describes a speed nut that is formed by three surfaces, a lower surface that is a coupling washer to be pressed against the panel or protective device to which it is attached, an intermediate or base surface, and a final surface that is formed by an arm which, folded back on itself, covers the center of the nut. These surfaces have central holes whose centers are vertically aligned. The nut of the invention has a double screw thread, which consists of the conventional thread of the surface or upper arm and of another thread that is present on the base surface. Both screw threads are created by means of cuts that produce independent flanges of different sizes which together form a helical outline that is designed to mate with the corresponding threading of the screw or bolt that will pass through said nut.
Owner:ITW METAL FASTENERS

Expansion bolt kit and using method thereof

The invention discloses an expansion bolt kit. The expansion bolt kit comprises a bolt and an expansion casing, and the bolt is connected with the expansion casing in a sleeved mode; an expansion partis arranged at one end of the expansion casing, the expansion part is provided with longitudinal notches which are evenly distributed along the circumference of the expansion part, so that the expansion part is divided into expansion blocks which can expand outward; the bolt comprises a screw rod and a bolt head, and the screw rod comprises an unthreaded rod part which is close to one end of thebolt head and a threaded part which is arranged at the other end of the unthreaded rod part; the outer wall of the unthreaded part is smooth, and an external thread is arranged on the outer wall of the threaded part; and the expansion casing comprises two oppositely-closing half casings, each half casing comprises an upper part and a lower part, and the half casings are connected into one throughan lock catch structure. The structure is simple, installing and disassembling are convenient, the utilization rate of the expansion bolt kit is improved, stability performance of connecting pieces isgreatly improved, so that connection is more firm and reliable. The invention further discloses a using method of the expansion bolt kit.
Owner:刘韦明

Mounting device for frameworks and method

A mounting device (20) for frameworks is disclosed having a washer (2) having a sleeve (1) extending downward, which fits over the body (12) of a screw (5), and a cap (3) that is secured to the washer to conceal the screw head (8) of the screw from harmful elements. The length of the sleeve is equal to or slightly greater than the height of a hollow frame (6) being secured to a structure (7) so that the body of the screw is protected from coming into contact with any water or air. The sleeve also acts as a spacer in between the top of the aluminum frame and the structure to prevent over-tightening of the screw, thereby preventing dimpling a top surface of the frame.
Owner:PITHER EDWARD W

Closure

A two-part closure (1) which has a disc (2) and a skirt (3). In one example, the skirt wall is smooth between upper and lower rims so that the disc is moveable between the rim features. Typically in a metal skirt or ring, the upper rim feature is a curl (11) and the lower rim feature is a curled edge (12) with equi-spaced lugs (13) on the skirt wall.
Owner:CROWN PACKAGING TECH

Universal bone screw screwdriver

The instant invention is directed to a universal bone screw screwdriver and in particular to a universal screwdriver that permits the removal of screws from bone plates that are manufactured by different manufacturers having distinct characteristics. The universal bone screw screwdriver comprises a handle that is adapted to removeably receive an elongated tool bit having a hollow center. The elongated tool bits correspond to the screw heads of different manufacturers. The universal bone screwdriver further comprises a torque limiting and locking spring to secure the elongated tool bit to the handle and inhibit over-tightening of the bone screw into the bone or bone plate as the case may be.
Owner:PLOTKIN DAVID B

Drinking container

A drinking container and its components are described. A cap for the baby bottle includes a reservoir for storage of a dry powder formula. A clamp ring locking indicator for a container is described. The locking indicator indicates when the clamp ring is correctly engaged to the container. A clamp ring also threads and locks to the container with an approximately 180 degree turn. A stir insert for the baby bottle is described. The stir insert is positioned in an interior of the container in order to promote the mixing of the dry powder formula with the liquid. The stir insert includes a paddle portion that oscillates or moves in a back-and-forth manner as the bottle is shaken or stirred. A system cup is described. A single container has different attachments for the period from newborn to childhood to allow a single cup to be used throughout that entire time period.
Owner:ABBOTT LAB INC
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