Bone crushing module with locking mechanism

Abstract

We provide a crushing module that converts aggregate into bone fragments. [Solution] The crushing module 814 for converting aggregate into bone fragments comprises a shell 816 adapted to be detachably attached to a base module 812 equipped with a motor 813. The shell 816 comprises a body 818, a crushing element, a lid 820, and a locking element. The crushing element for converting aggregate into bone fragments is movably positioned within the shell. The lid is molded to be detachably attached to the body to allow removal of residual bone fragments from the crushing element. The locking element is movable between an unlocked position positioned relative to the lid to allow removal of the lid from the body and a locked position positioned relative to the lid to prevent removal of the lid from the body.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This disclosure comprehensively describes bone fragments that can be used in surgical procedures as bone stock. This disclosure relates to a grinding module that converts to bone chips. More specifically, this disclosure is comprehensive. It includes a base module and a crushing module, which converts aggregate into bone fragments. Regarding formula systems.

[0002] [Cross-reference of related applications] This application is based on U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 028,661, filed on May 22, 2020. This application claims priority and all benefits of the said application, and all contents of the said application are cited. This shall form part of this specification. [Background technology]

[0003] Conventional medical and surgical procedures fill the gaps between bone segments to promote natural bone growth. Bone fragments that provide a base are often collectively called bone grafts. I use the term (bone fragment) on a daily basis.

[0004] For example, spinal procedures (such as discectomy) utilize bone grafts. In this procedure, the bone graft aligns adjacent vertebrae. It is inserted around the graft rod that holds it in place. The bone graft is made up of tissue that forms the vertebrae. It extends and functions as a lattice that forms a bone base around the rod. This base adds to the rod The load is distributed. In addition, bone grafts are placed in the intervertebral disc space. e) It may also be placed inside a cage located within the intervertebral disc cavity.

[0005] Another example is joint reconstruction, or revision procedures. ), and orthopedic procedures such as maxillofacial procedures, bone graph To utilize. In such procedures, bone grafts are used as fillers and / or growth formation lattice (filler or growth formation lattice or the It is used as both of these. This is because it is used as a blast cell of an adjacent living osteocyte. s) Does the bone-forming protein function as a building block for new bone formation? They are.

[0006] The ideal source of bone material for bone fragments is the patient from whom the bone fragments are to be filled. This is because the patient's own bone is less likely to be rejected by the patient's immune system than donor bone. Therefore, in procedures where bone fragments are required, the aggregate is typically 0.25 cm. 3 ~3cm 3 It is often taken from one of the patient's bones, where it is acceptable to lose a small portion of the bone. The bone material removed from a patient for transplantation to another part of the body is called autograft bone. It is called stock.

[0007] The conversion of aggregate into bone fragments is typically a two-step process. In the first stage, the harvested bone is crushed and used for ligaments unsuitable for forming bone fragments. The bone is pre-treated by removing other soft tissues. The pre-treated bone is then bone It will be crushed into fragments and used as bone grafts. To convert the bone material into bone fragments. When collecting bone grafts, it is desirable not to collect more than the amount of bone grafts necessary to supply the required volume of bone chips. The reason for this is that by minimizing the volume of bone grafts collected from the patient, trauma to the bone from which the bone grafts were collected and the tissue surrounding the bone is also minimized.

[0008] [[ID=X]] A grinding module for converting bone grafts into bone chips is described. The grinding module comprises a shell adapted to be removably attached to a base module having a motor. The shell comprises a body, a grinding element, a lid, and a locking element. The grinding element for converting bone grafts into bone chips is disposed movably within the shell. The lid is removably attached to the body and is shaped to allow removal of residual bone chips from the grinding element. The locking element is positioned relative to the lid between an unlocking position where the locking element allows removal of the lid from the body and a locking position where the locking element prevents removal of the lid from the body and is movable therebetween.

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[0011] It is movable between a position and a release position where the lid can be removed. (Crushing module) If the unit is attached to the base module, the control surface is inaccessible for operation. The locking element is in the locking position, and the crushing module is attached to the base module. If not present, the control surface is accessible for operation.

[0010] A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system is also described. This method is While the crushing module is attached to the base module, the crushing elements are activated to crush the aggregate. The steps involve converting the fragments into bone pieces and allowing access to the control surface on the locking element, and then crushing the bone. The steps include separating the joule from the base module and separating the grinding module from the base module. After separation, force is applied to the control surface to move the locking element to the unlocked position, and from the main body Steps to enable removal of the lid and to remove the lid from the body of the grinding module shell. Includes steps.

[0011] A second example of a grinding module is described. In this example, the grinding module is motor The base module includes a controller, a support surface with alignment teeth, a sensor, and a boss. It is configured to be used with a burr. The grinding module is removable from the base module. It has a shell that is adapted to be mounted in a manner that allows it to be installed. The shell has a bottom surface and a perimeter of the bottom surface. It includes an outer wall that extends around the edge. The alignment guide aligns with the base module. The outer wall is molded to receive the tooth portion, and the alignment guide is positioned to support the grinding module at the base. Align with the rudle and efficiently and properly mount the grinding module to the base module. It is configured to facilitate this. Furthermore, the module retaining element extends from the bottom surface and Furthermore, it engages with a boss on the base module to release rotational energy when the grinding module is in use. Define a void for dispersion. The lower surface has a magnet attached to it. The magnet is detected by the sensor when the crushing module is attached to the base module. It is possible. A crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments is movably arranged inside the shell. It can be done.

[0012] A second example of a modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments is also described. The system comprises a base module equipped with a motor, a crushing module, and a locking element. The grinding module is adapted to be removablely attached to the base module. It is equipped with a shell. The shell consists of a main body and a movable structure within the shell that connects the structural members to the structural pieces. It comprises a grinding element for conversion and a lid that is molded to be removablely attached to the main body. The locking element is positioned relative to the lid so that it allows the lid to be removed from the main body. The unlocked position and the position relative to the lid so that the locking element prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. It is movable between its predetermined locking position and its position.

[0013] The crushing modules, modular systems, and methods for transforming aggregate into bone fragments described herein are described herein. The replacement method is designed to ensure the maximum yield of bone fragments. Furthermore, powder The locking element of the crushing module is located when the crushing module is attached to the base module. Designed to reduce the possibility of being unable to remove the lid of the grinding module, The crushing elements inside the crushing module remove any remaining bone fragments from the crushing module after crushing. We guarantee that the possibility of damage or physical destruction during use is substantially eliminated.

[0014] This disclosure is described in detail in the claims. The above and further features of this disclosure and The advantages can be understood from the following "Modes for Carrying Out the Invention," which are discussed along with the attached drawings. It is understood. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0015] [Figure 1] This is an exploded perspective view of an exemplary modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments, comprising a base module and a crushing module. [Figure 2] This is a partial cross-sectional view of a grinding module, which includes a lid and a locking element in a locking position to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. [Figure 3] This is a partial cross-sectional view of the crushing module in Figure 2, where the locking element is in the unlocked position, allowing the lid to be removed from the main body. [Figure 4] This is a partial cross-sectional view of another grinding module, which includes a lid and a locking element in a locking position to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. [Figure 5] Figure 4 is a partial cross-sectional view of the crushing module, where the locking element is in the unlocked position, allowing the lid to be removed from the main body. [Figure 6] This is a perspective view of a crushing module comprising a lid and a locking element including a locking arm that prevents the lid from being removed from the main body in the locked position. [Figure 7] This is a perspective view of yet another grinding module, which has a catch tray that is positioned correctly and has a tab configured to prevent the lid from being removed when the grinding module is attached to the base module. [Figure 8] This is a perspective view of yet another grinding module, which has a lid with a retainer that works in cooperation with the catch tray to prevent the lid from coming off when the catch tray is in place and the grinding module is attached to the base module. [Figure 9] This is a side view of yet another grinding module, which includes a removable blade holder. [Figure 10] Figure 9 is a perspective view of the grinding module with the catch tray removed. [Figure 11] Figure 9 shows a bottom perspective view of the grinding module with the catch tray removed. [Figure 12] This flowchart illustrates a method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system comprising a base module and a crushing module. [Figure 13] This is an exploded perspective view of another example of a modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments, comprising a base module and a crushing module. [Figure 14] Figure 13 is a side view of the separated grinding module. [Figure 15] Figure 13 is a bottom view of the separation of the grinding module. [Figure 16] Figure 13 is an exploded view of the grinding module. [Figure 17] Figure 13 shows a separated side view of the crushing module with the main body made transparent. [Figure 18] Figure 17 is a partial cross-sectional view of a grinding module, which includes a lid and a locking element in a locking position to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. [Figure 19] Figure 18 is a partial cross-sectional view of the grinding module, showing the force applied to the locking element to remove the lid. [Figure 20] Figure 18 is a perspective view of the grinding module with force applied to the shaft to remove the grinding element. [Figure 21] Figure 20 is a perspective view of the grinding module with the grinding element removed from the main body. [Figure 22] This flowchart illustrates another method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system comprising a base module and a crushing module. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0016] Figures 1 to 22 are illustrative and not necessarily to scale, therefore, as described herein... This is not intended to show the relative sizes of the various components of the system.

[0017] Referring to the drawing, the aggregate is crushed, and optionally the aggregate is pre-treated before crushing (for example, chestnut A modular system ("System") 10 is described. An example of system 10 is shown in Figure 1. System 10 is also sometimes referred to as a bone mill. Yes. System 10 includes a base module 12. Inside the base module 12, There is a motor 13 and a drive system. System 10 is a crushing module that converts aggregate into bone fragments. It also has 14, and the crushing module 14 can be detachably attached to the base module 12. The grinding module 14 is sometimes also called the mill head. 10 may optionally include a pretreatment module (not shown) for cleaning bone. Often, the pre-processing module, like the grinding module 14, can be detached from the base module 12. It can be attached to the base module 12, the grinding module 14 and the pre-processing module. It is configured to supply power to the engine.

[0018] Figure 1 shows an exploded view of the system 10 with the grinding module 14 separated from the base module 12. This is a visual view. In the example shown in Figure 1, the base module 12 is reusable, and the crushing module Module 14 is disposable. Therefore, the grinding module 14 is to be discarded after use. This allows for further processing of the (unused or cleaned / recycled) grinding module 14. It can be installed for use. Of course, other examples of System 10 are reusable. The grinding module is capable of being cleaned and / or pressure-sterilized between uses. Includes Ru14.

[0019] The grinding module 14 of this disclosure recovers, to the greatest extent possible, the bone fragments generated during the grinding process. It is constructed to ensure that a given volume of bone is crushed as much as possible. Regarding the material, the maximum volume of bone fragments was recovered and used for surgical procedures requiring the use of bone fragments. It is guaranteed that it will become possible.

[0020] The grinding module 14 and base module 12 of this disclosure are such that the grinding module 14 is the base module When attached to the Joule 12, the lid 20 of the crushing module 14 can be removed. The crushing module 14 is configured to convert aggregate into bone fragments. Further design to reduce the possibility of elements becoming inoperable. , when removing residual bone fragments from the crushing module 14 after crushing, the bone is damaged or physically destroyed. We guarantee that the possibility will be substantially eliminated.

[0021] Next, referring to Figure 2, the base module 12 equipped with the motor 13 is detachably attached. A crushing module that converts aggregate into bone fragments, equipped with a shell 16 that is adapted to be crushed. 114 is described. The shell 16 has an inlet opening through which aggregate is introduced into the shell 16. The mouth and the exit opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are expelled from the shell 16 are defined. This consists of the main body 118 and a powder that converts aggregate into bone fragments, which is movably positioned inside the shell 16. The crushing element 122 and the main body 118 allow for the removal of residual bone fragments from the crushing element 122. It comprises a lid 120 molded to be removablely attached to and a locking element 124. The locking element 124 is movably attached to the main body 118, and the shell 16 is attached to the base module When removably attached to the 12, it is configured to engage with the lid 120. Locking element 124 is a locking element 124 that allows the lid 120 to be removed from the main body 118. The unlocked position (disengagement in this example) is positioned relative to 120 and The locking element 124 is positioned against the lid 120 to prevent the lid 120 from being removed from the main body 118. It is movable between a locked position where it is positioned (engaged in this example). Element 122 is located below the entrance opening. The crushing element 122 converts the aggregate into bone fragments. .

[0022] In one embodiment of this disclosure, the crushing element presses the aggregate against the impact plate. The impact plate is formed to be integrated with or fixed to the shell 16. As a result of the crushing elements pressing the aggregate against the impact plate, the aggregate becomes smaller than sq. The aggregate is sheared into smaller fragments. Most of the fragments fall below the crushing element. In many forms of this disclosure, the bone fragments fall into the catch tray 44. Part I44 is removable from shell 16.

[0023] The grinding module 14 of this disclosure comprises a body 18 to which a lid 20 is removably attached. The lid 20 is further designed to accommodate the crushing element. Access becomes possible. When the lid 20 is removed, the crushing elements are accessible. Through the opening in the main body 18 which was covered, or the crushing module 14 to the base module If separated from the rake 12, it can be removed from the bottom of the grinding module 14. To be able to. In many forms of this disclosure, the grinding element is equipped with a handle. In many cases, the lid 20 of the grinding module 14 is located on the base module of the grinding module 14. It can only be removed from the main body 18 of the shell 16 when it is not attached to the 12. Otherwise, that is, the crushing module 14 is attached to the base module 12. When this is done, the crushing module 14 is removed from the main body 18 with the lid 20 locked in place. It is configured so that it cannot be done. When bone fragments are formed, the crushing module 14 is at the base It is removed from module 12, and then the cover 20 is removed. The cover 20 is removed. Then, the grinding element is removed from the shell 16. Using an appropriate tool such as a scraper, the powder The bone fragments attached to the crushing element are scraped off from the crushing element and placed in the catch tray 44 that holds the bone fragments. Insert. Furthermore, remove the lid 20, and with the crushing elements in place or removed, the crushing motor The bone fragments attached to the inner surface of the main body 18 of the Joule 14 can also be recovered for use. Typically, during this part of the procedure, bone fragments that might otherwise have been discarded are recovered. Those who do this typically grab the handle of the grinding element.

[0024] In some examples, the catch tray 44 and lid 20 are removable from the main body 18. It is attached. In these embodiments of the present disclosure, of the lid 20 and the catch tray 44 One or both are provided with a detection member. In these embodiments of the present disclosure, System 1 0 is when these components are in the right place (properly attached to the main body 18 of the crushing module 14). When attached, it is designed to be detected by a sensor in the base module 12. And if the sensor does not detect the presence of one or both of the detection members, the system System 10 does not work, and for example, it cannot operate motor 13. As a result, powder For the person performing the crushing process, the lid 20 is not fixed to the main body 18 and / or The system is in a state where the catch tray 44 is not properly seated inside the main body 18 of the shell 16. A warning is issued regarding the possibility of 10. In one example, system 10 has a lid 20 that is the main body. When detached from 18, the controller does not power motor 13, therefore It can be configured to prevent the operation of the grinding element.

[0025] The shell 16 is further constructed such that an entrance opening is formed within the lid 20. In several forms, the shell 16 passes through as the bone fragment falls into the catch tray 44 The outlet opening is further constructed to be located within the main body 18. In the example shown, the exit opening is at least partially aligned with the inlet opening. In some examples, the shell 16 drives the base module 12 which drives the grinding module. The grinding module 14 is equipped with a functional part that facilitates the release of the coupling. In the example, the grinding element is releasable to the drive spindle that operates the grinding element. It is formed with a functional part that connects. In many cases, the grinding element can be released from the drive spindle. These drive functional parts of the crushing elements that are coupled together are activated through specific openings within the shell 16. It is possible to access it, and this opening exists for precisely that purpose. In the form of a rifling element, the grinding element is configured to rotate within the shell 16. In some examples of this configuration, the shaft is driven to spin in order to rotate the grinding element. The rotational motion of the dollar is transmitted to the crushing element. In these examples of the present disclosure, the shaft has two It has the function of being a drive link, and the shaft is connected to the crushing element. It functions as a handle to grasp attached bone fragments when they are being retrieved. Base module 12 comprises a base shell. The base shell houses many of the components of the base module 12. The base shell has an upper surface. Inside the base shell is the motor 13. The drive spindle is also located inside the shell. The drive spindle is located on the upper surface of the base shell. It has a head that penetrates the opening. The motor 13 drives the drive spindle. When the rake 14 is attached to the base module 12, the drive spindle engages with the grinding element. The rotation of the drive spindle also causes the grinding element to rotate. Base module 1 2 may have multiple tabs (Figure 1 shows two tabs). The tabs are located at the base. It can be movably mounted on the shell and can extend outward from the base shell. The link mechanism assembly is positioned against multiple openings on the body 18 of the grinding module 14. It can be configured to allow the burr to be inserted and removed. The grinding module 14 is a base module Positioned on or fitted onto the upper surface of 12, using a link mechanism assembly This allows multiple tabs to engage with or disengage from multiple openings. When aligned, the base module 12 positions the crushing module 14 relative to the base module 12. The tab is then held in a releaseable position in a stationary state. When the tab is engaged with the opening, the crushing module The rod 14 can be detached from the base module 12. Using various known mechanisms, the grinding module 14 can be made detachable from the base module 12. It should be understood that they can be attached (i.e., removably coupled).

[0026] Control buttons are also shown as components that can be attached to the base shell. The control buttons are, It is part of the control circuit. The control circuit also includes a sensor located on the lower side of the upper surface within the base shell. It is possible to obtain this. The sensor is configured to detect the indicator. In one example... The sensor is a Hall effect sensor. It monitors the state of the control button and The signal output by the sensor is suitable for the controller, which is similarly located within the base shell. The controller is used. The controller is connected to both the power supply and the motor 13. It is configured to adjust the amount of current applied to the motor 13 in order to operate the motor 13. In many configurations of System 10, the controller is pressed for the duration of the button's duration. It is configured to operate the motor 13 only by hand.

[0027] The applicant's Patent Cooperation Treaty ("PCT") application number is PCT / US2008 / 082348. Publication No. (International Publication No. 2009061728), PCT / US2010 / 055646 (National Publication No. International Publication No. 2011057088), PCT / US2012 / 072160 (International Publication) (Publication No. 2013102134), PCT / US2016 / 044386 (International Publication No. 20 (Publication No. 17019827), PCT / US2018 / 034700 (International Publication No. 20182) (Publication No. 18173), and PCT / US2019 / 068660 (International Publication No. 202013) Article 9995) shall, by reference, constitute part of this specification. The above patent application comprises a grinding module, a pre-treatment module, and a base module. This document describes an electric system for converting aggregate into bone fragments. The crushing module 14 is shown in Figure 1. The main body 18 is equipped with a lid 20 that can be detachably attached to it. 20 together form the shell 16 of the crushing module 14. The shell 16 is the base module It is adapted to be removably attached to shell 12. Shell 16 is made of crushed aggregate. The entrance opening through which the bone fragments pass when introduced into module 14, and the discharge of the bone fragments from the crushing module 14. It has an outlet opening through which it passes when crushing. The crushing element converts aggregate into bone fragments, It is movably positioned between the inlet opening and the outlet opening within 16. The grinding element is a grinding element It is equipped with a functional part for detachably attaching to the motor 13, thereby allowing the motor 13 to When activated, the crushing element is activated. The main body 18 of the crushing element 14 is a base module It is adapted to be removably attached to the rule 12. The main body 18 is shown in Figure 1. A rim may be provided. The rim is located around the outer circumference of the upper surface of the base module 12. It is sized to allow for seating. The rim is formed with multiple openings. The main body 18 is When the crushing module 14 is seated on the upper surface of the base module 12, the base module 12 Each of the multiple tabs integrated with it is seated and passes through each of the multiple openings in the rim. Through this process, the crushing module 14 can be attached to and fixed to the base module 12. In other words, the main body 18 has a rim with multiple openings, and the upper surface of the base module 12 Dimensioned to seat around the outer circumference, and once seated, multiple on the base module 12 The tab penetrates multiple openings and integrates with the multiple openings, and the grinding module 14 is based on the base module Attach it to the Joule 12.

[0028] The main body 18 of the crushing module 14 may have a concave surface that is generally circular. The surface has one (or, in some examples, two) openings. The first opening is recessed. It is concentric with the center of the surface, circular in shape, and configured to receive the head of the drive spindle. If a second opening is included, the second opening is first the periphery of the concave surface and is circular, Activating various internal functional parts that may be included in the grinding module 14 or cleaning module. It can be configured to receive rotational energy to cause it. Body 1 of the grinding module 14 8 also has an outlet opening. The outlet opening extends inward from the side wall of the main body 18. 18 has two stepped portions that extend radially around the opening in the upper panel of the main body 18. It can be formed in this way. The main body 18 extends inward from the periphery of the upper panel that defines the opening. It is further formed to have multiple notches extending therein. In some examples, the body 1 8 is further formed to have a tubular sleeve extending downward from the concave panel. More specifically, the sleeve extends around the portion of the panel that defines the periphery of the opening. It extends downward from the concave panel. System 10 has a grinding module 14 at the base module When attached to the rule 12, the opening and sleeve are made coaxial with the drive spindle. It is designed to be so.

[0029] The main body 18 also includes a lid 20. The lid 20 is removably attached to the main body 18. 20 has an entrance opening in the shell 16. The body 18 and the lid 20 together are the body 18 or The removal of the lid 20 allows access to the crushing element. As described in detail below, the crushing element is removably attached to the body 18 of the shell 16. It can be done.

[0030] The lid 20 is made to have a disc-shaped foundation that defines its inner surface. It is shaped. In some examples, the base is dome-shaped. The base of the lid 20 fits into the opening. It is molded to be round. More specifically, the outer circumference of the base of the lid 20 is sized to sit on the stepped portion. The law stipulates that the foundation consists of one or more tabs projecting radially outward from the cylindrical side wall of the foundation. It is equipped with one or more tabs that position the base of the lid 20 in the opening of the body 18 and rotate. Then, each tab rotates into its respective notch in the main body 18 and integrates with the notch, and the lid The 20 is positioned and sized to be attached to the main body 18. For example, several In the example, three tabs project radially outward from the cylindrical side wall of the foundation. The tabs are, When the foundation is seated within the opening, each tab is seated within a separate notch of the notch. It is positioned and dimensionally determined so that it can be rotated. That is, system 10 The constituent members that form the base can rotate toward the opening, and the lid 20 can also rotate. Then, the tab is molded so that it can rotate into the notch and become integrated with the notch. The foundation comprises one or more rings extending downward from the inner surface of the base. One of them is concentric with the foundation, positioned on the outer circumference of the foundation, and fitted into the main body 18. When placed, it sits in contact with the stepped portion on the main body 18. The base is also molded to have an entrance opening. The base is such that when the lid 20 is attached to the main body 18, the entrance opening aligns with the opening. It is formed to be located above the opening.

[0031] The lid 20 also includes a supply sleeve. The supply sleeve extends upward from the outer surface of the base of the lid 20. It extends and surrounds the entrance opening. An impact plate (not shown) is firmly attached to the lid 20. The components forming the crushing module 14 are such that the impact plate is on the base of the lid 20. It is constructed to have a surface located directly below the periphery of the entrance opening. Grinding module 14 The grinding element includes a circular, flat cutting disc. Other shapes of grinding elements include, i.e., not circular. Other shapes are also conceivable. Around the center of the cutting disc, four equally spaced edges are formed. The opening is located there. The cutting disc has a functional part that converts aggregate into bone fragments. In other words, the cutting disc is further modified to have multiple cutting scallops. It is formed in such a way that it is integrated with each cutting scallop and aligned with it in the longitudinal axial direction. The cutting disc has through holes. More specifically, the cutting disc has each cutting scallop It is formed so as to extend above the flat upper surface of the grinding element. The scallop is formed on the cutting edge. It is milled to define the edges. Each cut edge is the periphery of the adjacent opening. Partially defined. The shaft is also part of the grinding element, and extends downward from the center of the cutting disc. It persists. In a typical example, the shaft is permanently attached to the cutting disc. The shaft is configured to connect to the cutting disc and the drive spindle, and powder from the main body 18 The crushing element is configured to remain attached to the cutting disc and be held in place during removal. Therefore, the shaft extends from the cutting disc and the grinding element is attached to the base module. It is formed with a functional part that is detachably connected to the motor 13 of the 12.

[0032] The shaft is generally cylindrical. The shaft is formed to have a head. The head is positioned within a sleeve integrated with the main body 18, allowing it to sit and rotate. It has a diameter. A cylindrical stem extends below the head. The stem is smaller than the head. It has a small diameter. The lower end of the stem faces the drive spindle and is releasable from the spindle. It is formed having a functional part that engages with the stem. In one example, the stem is formed from the lower surface of the stem One or more noses extend upward and are radially outward from the center of the stem. It is equipped with a notch, and one or more notches are located on the surface of the drive spindle of the base module 12 It is configured to engage with the complementary teeth described above, thereby causing the drive spindle to rotate. Similarly, the grinding element is also designed to rotate.

[0033] The plunger, visible throughout the drawing, slides within the supply sleeve of the lid 20. It can be mounted in a manner that allows for installation. The plunger consists of a head and an upper plate from which the rod extends. The rod is formed to have the following dimensions: The rod is sized to slidably fit within the supply sleeve. It is determined that the upper plate has a larger cross-sectional area than the central cavity of the supply sleeve. The dimensions are determined accordingly. Therefore, the upper plate supplies the plunger and rod. Limit the area that can be pushed into the reed and entrance opening.

[0034] The catch tray 44 slides within the opening formed in the body 18 of the grinding module 14. It is possible to position it so that the catch tray 44 is removable adjacent to the outlet opening. It is attached to receive bone fragments that are expelled through the exit opening.

[0035] In many examples, the shell 16 includes a locking element. The locking element is movable to the body 18. The shell 16 is detachably attached to the base module 12. At that time, it is configured to engage with the lid 20. The locking element is configured so that the locking element is separated from the body 18 and the lid 20. A locking position positioned relative to the lid 20 so that it cannot be removed, and the locking element A locking mechanism positioned relative to the lid 20 so that the lid 20 can be removed from the main body 18. It is movable between the division position and the position.

[0036] The locking element has a first end and a second end opposite to the first end, and its longitudinal axis is The locking elements are defined as locking shafts 124, 224, and 324 as shown in Figures 2 to 6. It may include, or it may include, a locking arm 424 as shown in Figure 7. Futo 124, 224, and 324 are not limited to ovular (e.g., round), three Various cross-sections, including cross-sectional profiles selected from rectangular and square shapes (e.g., squares). It may have a profile. The locking element is coupled to a biasing element, such as a spring. This is possible. In some examples, the biasing element locks a locking element, for example, a locking shaft. Push along the longitudinal axis of the element in a first direction (for example, towards the base module 12). It is configured to do so. In other examples, the biasing element is a locking element, such as a locking shaft. to move in a second direction along the longitudinal axis of the locking element (for example, away from the base module 12) It is configured to push (in a certain way). In some such examples, the biasing element is related While adjacent to the locking element, in other such examples, the biasing element is around the outer perimeter of the locking element. It is positioned as follows. The locking element works in cooperation with the biasing element and the main body along the longitudinal axis of the locking element. It may have a biasing surface that biases the locking element in a first direction or a second direction. In that example, the biasing surface is located at the first end of the locking element. In another example, the biasing surface It is located at the second end of the locking element.

[0037] Furthermore, the main body 18 defines the chamber, and the locking element is movably positioned within the chamber. In some examples, the chamber is defined by a locking sleeve and a locking element and The biasing element is located within the chamber of the locking sleeve. In some examples, the locking element The element and biasing element are arranged within the locking sleeve, and the biasing element is within the locking sleeve. It is positioned adjacent to the locking element. For example, the biasing element is positioned adjacent to and parallel to the locking element. This is possible. In some such examples, the biasing element is located at the first end of the locking element. In cooperation with the biasing surface, the locking element separates from the lid along the longitudinal axis defined by the locking element. To bias in a way that causes it to happen.

[0038] Furthermore, the locking element is such that the crushing module 14 is attached to the base module 12. At that time, the lid 20 works in cooperation with the other lids to lock the lid 20 in place. In some examples, the lid 20 is locked Define the recess. In some examples, the lid 20 is provided with a locking tab. In this example, the locking tab defines the locking recess, and the locking element has a locking recess at the locking position. It engages with the part. In other examples, the locking element in the locking position is a tab (for example, a locking tab) It engages with the side portion to prevent the lid 20 from rotating and being removed.

[0039] Nevertheless, the lid 20 defines a locking recess, and the locking element has a unlocked position and a locked position. It is movable between the two positions. In the unlocked position, the locking element is located in the locking recess of the lid 20. It cannot be received inside, and the lid 20 can be removed from the main body 18 (for example, by rotation). In the locked position, the locking element is received in the locking recess of the lid 20, and the locking element is This prevents the lid 20 from being removed from the main body 18 (prevents rotation).

[0040] An example in which the chamber is defined by a locking sleeve and the locking element is positioned within the locking sleeve. In this configuration, the biasing element passes through the first end of the locking sleeve, and the first end of the locking element The part can be configured to be pushed in the longitudinal direction. Furthermore, in some examples... The shell 16 can define a lower surface facing the lid 20, and the biasing element is the shell 1 The first end of the locking element is further configured to be pushed longitudinally so as to pass through the lower surface of 6. This is possible. In such an example, the grinding module 14 is attached to the base module 12. When not attached, the biasing element allows the lid 20 to be removed from the main body 18. The locking element is configured to push the locking element to the unlocked position. The crushing module 14 is located at the base When attached to the Joule 12, the base module 12 is separated from the cover 20 of the main body 18. The locking element is configured to be pushed into a locking position to prevent its removal. In this example, Other examples in which the base module is molded to press the locking element into the locking recess include passive locking It is sometimes called a passive locking configuration. This is because the base module By attaching the crushing module 14 to the rake 12, the locking element is pushed into the locking position, To prevent the lid 20 from being removed from the body 18, when the crushing module 14 is removed, the lid 20 This is because it automatically returns to the unlocked position.

[0041] In other examples, the locking element has a tab, and force is applied to the tab to lock the locking element into a recess. It can be removed from the part. For example, referring here to Figures 2 and 3, the locking element 12 4 is equipped with a tab 138, and the grinding module 114 is removed from the base module 12. Then, a downward force is applied to the tab 138, causing the locking element 124 to move out of the locking recess 134. This allows the lid 120 to be removed from the grinding module 114. Alternatively, referring here to Figures 4 and 5, the locking element 224 comprises a tab 238. When the crushing module 214 is removed from the base module 12, an upward force is applied to the tab. It is applied to 238, allowing the locking element 224 to be removed from the locking recess 234, thereby, The lid 220 can be removed from the grinding module 214. These examples are: It is sometimes referred to as having an active locking configuration. Why? Therefore, move the locking element 224 to the unlocked position so that it exits the locking recess 234 and then move the main body To enable the removal of the lid 220 from 218, the crushing module 214 is first moved to the base Because it must be separated from module 12 and then force must be applied to the locking element 224. In these active locking configurations, the locking elements 124 and 224 are located in the locking recess 134. Even when biased in 234 and detached from the base module 12, the covers 120 and 220 To enable removal, force must be applied to tabs 138 and 238. Lid 120 When 220 was removed from the main body 118, 218, it adhered to the crushing elements 122, 222. To collect bone fragments, the crushing elements 122, 222 can be accessed or the crushing is required Components 122 and 222 can be removed from shell 16.

[0042] Referring to Figures 2 and 3, the crushing module 114 that converts aggregate into bone fragments is, It comprises a locking element 124 (locking shaft) and a biasing element 130. The biasing element 130 is locking Longitudinal axis A of element 124 L-1 In the second direction, push the locking element along It is configured. In this example, the biasing element 130 is arranged around the outer circumference of the locking element 124. The main body 118 is equipped with a sleeve 132, and the sleeve 132 is equipped with a locking element 124 and A chamber is defined in which the force element 130 is movably positioned within the sleeve 132. In this configuration, the locking element 124 has a tab 138 located at the first end 126 of the locking element 124 and At the second end 128, it is configured to be received within the locking recess 134 of the lid 120. It is equipped with a foot portion 140. Applying force to the tab 138 (pulling the tab 138 in the first direction) By lowering it, the foot portion 140 is removed from the locking recess 134, and the locking element 124 is returned to the locking position. Move it to the unlocked position, and then make it possible to remove the lid 120 from the main body 118. This is possible. Figure 2 shows the locking element 124 in the locked position. That is, locking element 1 The 24 foot portion 140 is received in the locking recess 134 in the lid 120, and the locking element 124 is This prevents the lid 120 from rotating and the lid 120 from being removed from the main body 118. Figure 3 shows the release of the locking mechanism. The locking element 124 is shown in position. That is, the foot portion 140 of the locking element 124 is tab 13 8 is lowered (F 1-1 ) When this occurs, the locking recess 134 in the lid 120 is not received, The lid 120 can be removed from the main body 118 by rotation (F 2-1 ).

[0043] Referring to Figures 4 and 5, the crushing module 214 that converts aggregate into bone fragments is, Locking element 224 (locking shaft) and the longitudinal axis A of the locking element 224 L-2 According to the first It comprises a biasing element 230 configured to push the locking element 224 in that direction. In this example, the biasing element 230 is positioned around the outer circumference of the locking element 224. Body 2 18 includes a locking sleeve 232 defining the chamber. Locking element 224 and biasing element 230 is movably positioned within the locking sleeve 232. In this example, locking element 2 24 has a tab 238 located at the first end 226 of the locking element 224 and a second end 228 In this, the foot portion 240 is configured to be received in the locking recess 234 of the lid 220. The foot portion 240 is locked by applying force (for example, a pushing force) to the tab 238. Remove it from the recess 234, move the locking element 224 from the locked position to the unlocked position, and This allows the lid 220 to be removed from the main body 218 afterwards. Figure 4 shows the locking position. The locking element 224 is shown. In this example, the locking recess 234 is the locking element 224 (locking It has a channel section in which the shaft is positioned and a recess on the upper surface of the lid 220. Tab 23 When 8 is pressed, the locking element 224 moves along the longitudinal axis A within the channel portion. L-2 The second It moves in the direction and the foot portion 240 at the second end 228 of the locking element 224 is lifted. It exits the recess of the lid 220, allowing the lid 220 to rotate and be removed. In other words, locking The foot portion 240 of element 224 is received in the locking recess 234 in the lid 220, and locking element 2 24 prevents the lid 220 from being removed from the main body 218. Figure 5 shows the lock in the unlocked position. The locking element 224 is shown. That is, the foot portion 240 of the locking element 224 cannot be received within the locking recess 234 in the lid 220 when the tab 238 is pulled down (F ) and the lid 220 can be removed from the main body 218 by rotation (F 1-2 ). ) 2-2 )

[0044] Referring now to FIG. 6, a grinding module 314 for converting an aggregate into bone fragments includes a main body 31 8, a lid 320, a catch tray 344, and a locking element 324. The locking element 32 4 (locking arm shown in phantom) has a first end 326 and a second end 328 and is pivotally attached to the main body 318. In this example, the lid 320 defines a locking recess 334. Further, the locking element 324 includes a foot portion 340 configured to be received by the locking recess 334 in the lid 320 at the second end 328, an attachment element 342, and optionally a biasing element. In some examples, the locking element 324 is biased into the locking recess 334 by a biasing element. In other examples, the foot portion 340 and the locking recess 334 are an interference-type fit. The attachment element 342 engages the main body 318 and the locking element 324 and acts as a pivot point. In some examples, the biasing element can be positioned adjacent to the attachment element 342. The locking element 324 is biased to a locking position, and when a force F is applied to the first end 326 of the locking element 324, the locking element 324 pivots from the locking position to an unlocked position, enabling the application of the force F and rotation of the lid 320, and the lid 320 can be removed from the main body 318. The grinding module 314 is a base module and the locking element 324 is biased to a locking position. When a force F is applied to the first end 326 of the locking element 324, the locking element 324 pivots from the locking position to an unlocked position, enabling the application of the force F and rotation of the lid 320, and the lid 320 can be removed from the main body 318. When a force F 1-3 is applied to the first end 326 of the locking element 324, the locking element 324 pivots from the locking position to the unlocked position, enabling the application of the force F and rotation of the lid 320, and the lid 320 can be removed from the main body 318. When a force F 2-3 is applied and the lid 320 is rotated, the lid 320 can be removed from the main body 318. The grinding module 314 is a base module and the lid 320 can be removed from the main body 318. The grinding module 314 is a base module When attached to the rule 312, the contact element 313 on the base module 312 (provisional) The contact element of the locking element 324, shown by the line of sight, rotates the locking element 324 to the unlocked position. Subsequently, this prevents the lid 320 from being removed from the main body 318. Grinding module 31 When 4 is removed from the base module 312, the foot portion 340 of the locking element 324 faces A force F is applied to the tab 338 at the first end 326. 1-3 It can be applied, which means the foot Part 340 is not received within the locking recess 334 of the lid 320, and force F 2-3 Rotation via This allows the lid 320 to be removed from the main body 318.

[0045] The crushing module 314 in Figure 6 has an active locking configuration. This is because the locking element 324 Move it to the release position so that it comes out of the locking recess 334 and the lid 320 out of the main body 318 To enable removal, the crushing module 314 is first separated from the base module 312. Release, and then, force F 2-3 This is because it must be applied to the locking element 324. In the active locking configuration, the locking element 324 is biased into the locking recess 334, and the base module Even if removed from the 312, to allow removal of the lid 320, apply force to the tab 338. It must be applied to. The example grinding module 314 has an active locking configuration, The crushing module is designed so that the second end 328 of the locking element 324 exits the locking recess 334. By utilizing a biasing element that biases the mechanism, it can be configured to have a passive locking mechanism. What is possible should be understood.

[0046] Grinding modules 114, 21 as illustrated in Figures 2-6 and 13-21 of this specification. 4, 314 has an inner surface, an outer surface, a side wall, and one or more protrusions radially outward from the side wall. It has lids 120, 220, 320, and 820 that define the tabs. One or more tabs are lid 1 20, 220, 320, and 820 are positioned on the main body 118, 218, 318, and 818. When rotated, each of the tabs is located at 118, 218, 318, and 818 on the main body, respectively. Rotate into the notches, and move the lids 120, 220, 320, 820 to the main body 118, 218, 3 They are positioned and sized to be mounted on 18. These examples are under certain conditions The bottom lids 120, 220, 320, and 820 are prevented from rotating, and the main body 118, 218, and 318 This prevents the removal of covers 120, 220, 320, and 820 from 818.

[0047] Now, referring to the grinding module 414 in Figure 7 and the grinding module 514 in Figure 8, The catch trays 444 and 544 are designed to prevent the lids 420 and 520 from being removed by rotation. Designed for use with the catch tray 444. These specific grinding modules 414, 514 are connected to the catch tray 444. When 544 is inserted into the crushing module 414, 514, catch tray 444, 5 In that 44 prevents the movement of lids 420 and 520, the crushing module in Figures 2 to 6 is different from the one shown in Figures 2 to 6. Different. That is, when catch trays 444 and 544 are installed in place, lid 420 Furthermore, the 520 cannot be removed. In addition, the grinding module 414 in Figure 7 and the powder in Figure 8 The crushing module 514 is the catch tray 444, 544 is the crushing module 414, 514 A detection system is used to ensure that it is properly installed in the correct location inside. If the trays 444 and 544 are properly positioned in the grinding modules 414 and 514, then the inspection will be performed. The output system works in cooperation with the controller to operate the motor 13, and consequently the crushing element. To enable. The catch trays 444 and 544 are properly crushed within the appropriate modules 414 and 514. If not present, the detection system works with the controller to activate the motor 13 and the grinding element. This prevents the catch trays 444 and 544 from being properly crushed. It can only be activated when it is in the correct position within Joule 414, 514, catch trap If part I is properly in place, remove the lids 420 and 520 from the shell body 418 and 518. Therefore, the grinding elements cannot be accessed. These grinding modules 414, 514 With the lids 420 and 520 removed from the crushing modules 414 and 514, the user can access the crushing element To prevent the mechanism from being activated, the lids 420 and 520 are not made removable.

[0048] The systems shown in Figures 7 and 8 utilize sensors attached to the base module 12. The sensor monitors the shell for the presence or absence of catch trays 444 and 544, and catch tray It is adapted to generate a sensor signal that changes depending on the presence or absence of I444 and I544. Base The controller within module 12 adjusts the operation of the drive assembly based on the sensor signal. It is configured such that the sensor signal indicates that catch trays 444 and 544 are absent. In some cases, the controller prohibits the operation of the grinding element. In some non-limiting examples, A sensor (for example, a Hall effect sensor) within the base module 12 monitors the presence of a magnetic field. It is configured in such a way that magnets are attached to the catch trays 444 and 544. Rays 444 and 544 are properly installed inside the shell bodies 418 and 518. If 518 is seated within the base module 12, the magnet is positioned above the sensor. In other examples, other signal generators and sensors known in the relevant art are used. In some examples, catch trays 444 and 544 are connected to grinding modules 414 and 514. When properly installed inside, the controller will have an LED near the switch. Activate the (LED) and catch trays 444 and 544 on the base module 12 It provides a visual indication that it is installed inside.

[0049] Referring now to the crushing module 414 in Figure 7, the catch tray 444 is a panel ( The panel has a base that extends upward. A tab-shaped locking element 424 is attached to one panel. It is positioned on a combination of a panel or board (shown on the side panel in Figure 7), and there It extends upward from there. Channel 460 within the main body 418 is connected to the base module 12. A locking element 424 is housed to allow insertion and installation of the tray 444. If the catch tray 444 is installed inside the grinding module 414, the catch tray 444 works in cooperation with slot 462 on lid 420 to prevent rotation and removal of lid 420. That is, the locking element 424 of the catch tray 444 is in the slot 4 of the lid 420. The locking element 424 is located within 62 and prevents the lid 420 from being removed from the main body 418. However, referring again to Figure 7, the catch tray 444 is subjected to force F 1-4 By crushing The locking element 424 is removed from module 414 and enters slot 462 in lid 420. If not received, force F 2-4 The lid 420 is removed from the main body 418 by rotation via the lid 420. It can be removed, allowing access to the inside of the crushing module 414, but the motor It cannot be operated. Therefore, in order to operate motor 13, catch Ray 444 must be properly installed inside the crushing module 414, and the catch tray If 444 is installed inside the grinding module 414, the locking element 424 is located inside the lid 42 Rotation and removal of 0, and subsequent access to the grinding elements and interior of the grinding module 414. and are prohibited.

[0050] Referring to Figure 8, the lid 520 is a retainer having a stopping surface 588 (shown by dashed line) It is equipped with 586. The lid 520 is attached to the grinding module 514 and the catch tray 54 If 4 is installed inside the crushing module 514, the stopping surface 588 is the catch trap In cooperation with the rear panel 558 of I 544, the rotation of the lid 520 and the grinding module 51 It is configured to prevent the removal of the lid 520 from 4. The catch tray 544 is suitable. If it is in the correct position within the grinding module 514, the detection system works in cooperation with the controller, While preventing the lid 520 from being removed from the main body 518 (because rotation of the lid 520 is prevented) This enables the operation of the motor 13 and the grinding element. Otherwise, i.e., catch If the ray 544 is not properly in place, the lid 520 can be removed from the body 518. The detection system works in cooperation with the controller to prevent the motor 13 and the grinding element from operating. In other words, catch tray 544 is force F 1-5 Removed from the crushing module 514 by Then, the back of the catch tray 544 on the back panel 558 comes into contact with the stop surface 588 and the lid 5 If not positioned to prevent rotation of 20, force F 2-5Rotation via The lid 520 can be removed from the main body 518, and access to the inside of the crushing module 514 It can be done, but the motor cannot be operated. Therefore, motor 13 It operates only when the catch tray 544 is properly positioned within the grinding module 514. If the catch tray is properly in place, remove the lid 520 and crush the contents. It cannot be accessed directly.

[0051] The grinding module 614 in Figures 9 to 11 comprises a shell with a main body 618 and a lid 620, It includes a catch tray 644. The catch tray 644 shown in Figures 10 and 11 is Panel 648 comprises a base 646 that extends upward. Panel 648 has a back Includes front panel 658. Handle 652 protrudes outward from front panel 654. Panel 654 shows when the catch tray 644 is placed inside the crushing module 614. This is a panel that looks like this. The handle 652 is one of the catch trays 644 that the user can grasp. Then insert the catch tray 644 into the crushing module 614 and catch tray 644 It functions as the part that removes from the grinding module 614. The catch tray 644 is used for grinding. Once installed inside module 614, the catch tray 644 is used with various mechanisms. It can be further fixed or held within the grinding module 614.

[0052] In some examples, the grinding module 614 includes a blade holder 664. The razor holder 664 can be removed from the grinding module, thereby allowing it to be used after use. This makes it possible to collect residual bone remaining in the grinding module 614 and on the grinding element 622. Therefore, the blade holder 664 is user-friendly for collecting the shattered residual bone fragments. By providing the configuration, it enables efficiency and optimization of bone fragment yield. (See Figures 9-11) The blade holder 664 comprises a circular upper tray 666 and a central sleeve 668. The blade holder 664 is removably attached to the shell body 618. The central sleeve 668 is concentric with the center of the upper tray 666 and is circular. 668 extends downward from the upper tray 666. System 10 includes the grinding module 6 When 14 is attached to the base module 12, the opening and the central sleeve 668 It is designed to be coaxial with the drive spindle. Furthermore, the upper tray 666 has an empty space inside. An upper surface 670 having a part 676, and positioned around the outer circumference of the upper surface 670, and outward from there It is equipped with a side wall 672 that extends in that direction. During the crushing process, the crushed bone fragments fill the cavity 676 It passes through and enters the catch tray 644. The side wall 672 is radially outward from the side wall 672. It has one or more tabs protruding from it. One or more tabs 674 are connected to the blade holder 664 When positioned and rotated within the main body 618, each of the tabs 674 moves within the main body 618. Rotate it so that it exits the notch (not shown) and remove the blade holder 664. Easy access to residual bone fragments which can be placed on the upper surface 670 of the upper tray 666 and the crushing element 622. It is positioned and dimensionally defined to facilitate access.

[0053] In other words, the blade holder 664 is located inside the shell body 618, and the body 618 It is removablely attached. The central sleeve 668 acts as a handle and crushing motor. Once the Joule 614 is removed from the base module, the user can access the blade holder 664. By rotating it in the first direction, one or more corresponding notches on the main body are brought into place. Each of the tabs 674 is engaged by rotation to engage the grinding element 622 with the grinding module 614. It can be held inside. Furthermore, the central sleeve 668 of the blade holder 664 is By rotating it in a second direction opposite to the first direction, the corresponding notch on the main body is rotated. Each of the one or more tabs 674 within them is engaged and disengaged by rotation, and then the tabs from the main body The grater holder 664 is made removable, and the upper surface 670 of the upper tray 666 and the crushing element 6 This facilitates easy access to residual bone fragments that may be placed on 22.

[0054] The blade holder 664 is movably mounted on the shell and moves from an engaged position to a disengaged position. It is configured to move. In the engaged position, the blade holder 664 cooperates with the main body 618. It works to hold the grinding element 622 within the shell, thereby the grinding module 614 is based When attached to the module, it is configured to receive power from the motor. In this configuration, the blade holder 664 and the grinding element 622 are removed from the grinding module 614. It can be removed, thereby removing the blade holder 664 and the grinding element 6 after the grinding process. Residual bone fragments can be collected from 22 to increase the bone fragment yield. See Figure 9. The removal of the blade holder 664 is shown. Arrow F 1-6 Then, rotational force is applied. Then engage and disengage tab 674 from the notch, arrow F 2-6 Then, the blade holder 664 is placed in the crushing module Remove from the 614.

[0055] In many cases, at least one of the shell 16, body 18, and lid 20 is transparent. Yes. The transparent element allows the user to observe the grinding process when using System 10. It is possible to observe any residual bone fragments that may be contained within the grinding module 14 upon completion of the grinding process. It may also become possible.

[0056] This disclosure also includes methods for converting aggregate into bone fragments. Method 700, the first example, is described herein. The system and exemplary base module and grinding module described herein are used. This is possible. The system of this disclosure can be used by connecting the base module to a power supply. The preparations for use can be completed. The crushing module is fitted onto the upper surface of the base module. First, attach it to the top surface. The tab inside the opening is seated, and the grinding module is attached to the base module. It is held in a stationary state and can be released. The crushing module is attached to the base module. Before, during, or after the step, attach the lid to the grinding module and lock the grinding module. Move the element to a locking position relative to the lid to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. In this example, the lid is attached to the grinding module, and the locking element of the grinding module is in the locking position. In a certain state, attach the grinding module to the base module. Attach the grinding module. Then, to ensure that the lid and catch tray are properly installed and seated, Check the lid and catch tray. Once the lid and catch tray are properly installed in their respective places... The system described in this disclosure will then be ready for use.

[0057] Referring to Figure 12, Method 700 involves attaching the grinding module to the base module. Step 702, which involves attaching the grinding module to the base module. Before, during, or after attaching the lid to the grinding module, and the locking element of the grinding module, Step 702: Move the lid to a locking position relative to the body to prevent it from being removed. Then, step 704 introduces aggregate into the shell through the entrance opening, and activates the crushing element. Step 706 involves converting the aggregate into bone fragments and discharging the bone fragments through the exit opening, and the base motor Step 708 involves removing the crushing module from the Joule and moving the locking element to the unlocked position. Step 710 allows the lid to be moved and removed from the main body, and the shell of the grinding module. This includes step 712 of removing the lid from the main body.

[0058] In some examples, the system and / or grinding module have a passive locking configuration. This is because the attachment of the crushing module to the base module prevents the locking element (for example, This is because the locking shaft is pushed into the locking position, preventing the lid from being removed from the main body. In a method such as the above, step 702 of attaching the grinding module to the base module is The locking element is then pushed into the engaged state with the lid.

[0059] In other examples, the system and / or grinding module have an active locking configuration. Why Therefore, in order to move the locking element to the unlocked position and enable the removal of the lid from the main body This involves first separating the crushing module from the base module, and then applying force to the locking element (for example, This is because it must be applied to the locking shaft. Step 7 involves moving the locking element to the unlocked position, thereby enabling the lid to be removed from the main body. After step 10 removes the grinding module from the base module, force is applied to the locking element. This further includes applying force to engage and disengage the locking element from the lid.

[0060] After step 708, which involves removing the grinding module from the base module, method 700 proceeds to... The step may further include removing the rade holder. In some examples, rotation Apply force to engage and disengage the blade holder from the shell, and remove the blade holder from the crushing module. Remove. The blade holder allows residual bone fragments to be placed on the top surface of the tray and on the grinding element. This makes it easier to access.

[0061] Method 700 involves removing the lid and / or blade holder from the body, and then the inner surface of the body and the powder The method may further include the step of collecting residual bone fragments from the crushed elements. Method 700 is a crushing method Remove the crushing element from the joule, and collect the remaining aggregate and / or bone fragments from the surface of the crushing element. It may further include the following steps.

[0062] The System 10 and Method 700 of this Disclosure are not accessible for use during formation. The invention provides a means for using bone fragments. This feature allows for the supply of bone fragments in the volume required for treatment. This also allows for a reduction in the overall size of the bone material that the practitioner needs to extract from the patient. This reduction in the volume of bone material harvested is also due to the trauma patients suffer as a result of the need to harvest bone fragments. It plays a role in reducing it.

[0063] Figure 13 shows a system comprising a base module 812 and a crushing module 814 that transforms aggregate into bone fragments. Figures 13 to 21 show an exploded perspective view of another example of the modular system 810 being converted. Various perspective views of the grinding module 814 are provided. The grinding module 814 is powered by motor 81 A shell adapted to be removably mounted to a base module 812 having 3 It is equipped with shell 816. Shell 816 is an entrance opening through which aggregate is introduced into shell 816. (The inlet opening is not shown as it is located at the base of the supply sleeve 930 on the lid 820) and In this example, the bone fragments pass through the catch tray 844 as they are discharged from the shell 816. The opening 928 is defined. The shell 816 consists of the main body 818, the grinding element 822, and the lid 8 It comprises 20 and a locking element 824. The crushing element 822 that converts aggregate into bone fragments is a shell It is movably positioned within 816. The lid 820 removes residual bone fragments from the crushing element 822. It is molded to be removablely attached to the main body 818 so that it can be used. Element 824 is movable between the unlocked position and the locked position. The locking element 824 is attached to the lid 820 so as to allow the lid 820 to be removed from the main body 818. It is positioned relative to the locking position. In the locking position, the locking element 824 is positioned relative to the cover 82 from the main body 818. It is positioned relative to the lid 820 to prevent removal of 0.

[0064] Figure 14 shows the crushing module 814 of the modular system for converting aggregate shown in Figure 13. This is a side view of the separation. In this example, the grinding module 814 is connected to the catch tray 844. The catch tray 844 is located in the opening 900 (catch tray 844) inside the main body 818. (It is located inside the opening and therefore not visible in Figure 13, but is visible in Figure 16) The catch tray 844 shown in the separation diagram of Figure 16 has a base to which panel 848 extends upward. It includes 846. Panel 848 includes a rear panel 858 having a back. Handle 85 Part 2 protrudes outward from the front panel 854. The front panel 854 is as shown in Figure 14. The panel visible when the catch tray 844 is positioned inside the grinding module 814. The handle 852 is one of the catch trays 844 that the user grasps and catches. Insert the ray 844 into the crushing module 814 and the catch tray 844 into the crushing module It functions as a part that can be removed from the 814. The catch tray 844 is the crushing module 81 When installed inside, the catch tray 844 is crushed using various mechanisms in the module. 814 can be further fixed or held in place.

[0065] In the example shown in Figures 13 to 21, the main body 818 of the shell 816 has an upper surface 904 and a lower surface 90 The base plate 902 has 6 and an outer wall 910 extending around the periphery of the lower surface 906. The upper surface 904 of the base plate 902 defines a recess 912 having a floor portion 914. The opening 900 and recess 912 are configured to receive the catch tray 844. While the upper surface 904 of the section plate 902 is shown in Figure 16, the base plate 902 The lower surface 906 and the outer wall 910 are shown in Figure 15. The base plate 902 is a catch The catch tray 844 is biased toward the rear wall 918 of the recess 912 and shell To be attached to 816, to engage with the corresponding retaining element on the catch tray 844 It comprises a first retaining element 916 which is configured as follows.In this example, the first retaining element 916 is , a notched retaining tab having a projection on the floor portion 914 of the base plate 902 n tab) and the corresponding retaining element is at a notch on the base 846 of the catch tray 844 There are. Notch retaining tabs and notches are sometimes referred to as flexible detents. Of course, this configuration can be reversed, with the first retaining element 916 being a notch retaining tab on the base 846 of the catch tray 844 and the corresponding retaining element being a notch on the floor 914 of the base plate 902. Similarly, the notch retaining tab can define a notch and the second retaining element can be a protrusion. Furthermore, in this particular example, the outer wall 910 of the base plate 902 defines an alignment guide 920. The alignment guide 920 is formed within the outer wall 910 to receive the alignment teeth 922 on the base module 812 and is configured to align the grinding module 814 with the base module 812 and facilitate an efficient and proper attachment of the grinding module 814 to the base module 812. That is, the alignment guide 920 is formed to receive the alignment teeth 922 on the base module 812 and is configured to align the grinding module 814 with the base module 812 and facilitate an efficient and proper attachment of the grinding module 814 to the base module 812. When the grinding module 814 and the base module 812 are aligned, the attachment of the grinding module 814 to the base module 812 is effected when a plurality of openings 958 on the outer wall 910 of the base plate 902 receive corresponding tabs 960 on the base module 812.

[0066] Furthermore, in this example, the base plate 902 includes a magnet 924 that is mounted on the base plate 902. The magnet 924 holds the grinding module 814 in place when it is attached to the base module 812.

[0067] When mounted, detectable by sensor 890 in base module 812 Yes, the sensor is positioned on the base module 812 and monitors the presence of the magnet 924. Generates sensor signals for the controller. The controller is based on the presence of magnet 924. The motor 813 is configured to adjust. Of course, the grinding module 814 is the base module If the controller on base module 812 indicates that it is attached to module 812 The controller sets the optimal process parameters for bone crushing, such as speed (rpm) and The operation of motor 813 can be controlled to guarantee the processing time (seconds). Different modules, such as a pre-processing module, are attached to the base module 812. If the base module 812 detects that bone cleaning is necessary, the controller will initiate bone cleaning. To ensure optimal process parameters, such as speed (rpm) and processing time (seconds). The operation of motor 813 can be controlled. In some examples, the controller is... In collaboration with the company, for safety purposes, modules such as the crushing module 814 or the front It is configured to detect the installation of the processing module.

[0068] Here, the crushing module 8 of the modular system 810 for converting aggregate shown in Figure 13. Referring to Figure 14, which is a side view of the separation of 14, the lid 820 of the grinding module 814 is the entrance Define the opening. The inlet opening is defined by the supply sleeve 930 being positioned around the inlet opening. Therefore it is not visible. The supply sleeve 930 has an inner surface 932 and an outer surface 933, and plunger 9 36 is sized to slidably receive the plunger. Referring now to Figure 16, 936 engages with the corresponding retaining element on the supply sleeve 930, inserting the plunger 936. The plunger 936 is biased toward the opening and engages with the supply sleeve 930. It comprises a second retaining element 934. In this example, the second retaining element 934 is The notched retaining tab is on the plunger 936, and the corresponding retaining element is on the supply sleeve 930. This is a notch on the inner surface 932. The notched retaining tab and notch are also called flexible retainers. In some cases, this configuration can be reversed, and the second retaining element 934 can be supplied to the sleeve 9 The notched retaining tab on 30 is used, and the corresponding retaining element is a notch on plunger 936. This is possible. Similarly, the notched retaining tab can define a notch, and the second retaining element is It can be a projection. In this example, the flexible stopper faces the locking recess 834. It is located on the side of the plunger 936, and as a result the plunger 936 is located on the shell 816 Biased toward the impact plate side, the opposing side of the plunger 936 and the supply sleeve 9 This prevents aggregate from getting stuck between the inner surface of 30 and 932.

[0069] Referring to Figures 17-20, the locking element is indicated by 824. In this example... The locking element 824 is located along the longitudinal axis A L-3 The first end 826 has a control surface It has 838 and a locking portion 840 at the second end 828. The main body 818 is made transparent. As best shown in Figure 17, a side view of the crushing module 814, the main body 818 is cha The channel 938 is defined, and the locking element 824 is at least partially positioned within the channel 938. The locking element 824 is movably attached to the main body 818 and coupled to the biasing element 830. It is. The biasing element 830 cooperates with the surface on the lid 820 and / or the main body 818 to bias the locking element 824 in a first direction along the longitudinal axis A L-3 .

[0070] In some examples, such as the examples previously illustrated, the biasing element 830 is arranged around the outer circumference of the locking element 8 24, the main body 818 defines a chamber, and the locking element 824 is movably arranged within the chamber . The main body 818 may further include an operating guide, such as a sleeve , and the locking element 824 is at least partially arranged within the operating guide

[0071] In the example shown in FIG. 17, the biasing element 830 is arranged adjacent to the locking element 824 . In this example, the lid 820 defines a locking recess 834, and the locking element 824 is movable between a release position that allows the locking portion 840 not to be received within the locking recess 834 in the lid 820 and removal of the lid 820 from the main body, and a locking position that allows the locking portion 840 to be received within the locking recess 834 in the lid 82, and the locking element 824 prevents removal of the lid 820 from the main body 818 . In this example, the locking portion 840 includes a foot configured to be received within the locking recess 834 in the lid 820. When the grinding module 814 is removed from the base module 812, the force F acting on the control surface 838 causes the foot to be removed from the locking recess 834, enabling rotation of the lid 820 and removal of the lid 820 from the main body 818 1-7

[0072] As shown in FIG. 17, the biasing surface 940 is arranged adjacent to the second end 828 of the locking element 824 . The biasing surface 940 faces the control surface 838. The biasing surface is the biasing element mount 9 ​​​​​​It comprises 42. In this example, the biasing element 830 is arranged around the biasing element mount 942. It is placed and comes into contact with the inner surface of the main body 818, and moves longitudinally toward the base module 812. Axis A L-3 The locking element 824 is biased in the first direction along this line.

[0073] Referring to the exploded view in Figure 16 and the diagram in Figure 17, the main body 818 has a locking opening 944 and a control A channel 938 is defined between the opening 946 and the locking element, and the locking element is located within the channel 938. It is positioned at least partially on the first end 826 of the locking element 824. It is seated within the control opening 946, and the locking portion at the second end 828 of the locking element 824 is engaged It is positioned so as to be movable within the locking opening 944 (by passing through the locking opening 944). The main body 818 of the shell 816 further comprises a base plate 902. Figures 15 and 1 As shown in 6, the base plate 902 defines the control opening 946. Below the base plate The surface includes a module retaining element 962. The module retaining element 962 is located on the lower surface 906. It extends from there and engages with the boss 964 on the base module 812 and grinding module 8 Define a space for dissipating rotational energy when using module 14. The rib retaining element 962 is formed from one or more ribs that are spaced apart from each other and partially define the space. This can be achieved. In this example, the module holding element 962 is the base module 8 It includes two ribs that engage with boss 964 on 12. The module retaining element 962 engages with boss 9 64 engages with the base module when using the bone mill, i.e., the grinding module 814 is connected to the base module When it is on 812 and in operation, it is configured to help dissipate rotational energy.

[0074] Functionally, the locking element 824 has a control surface 83 located at the first end 826 of the locking element 824. 8 and the second end portion 828 are configured to be received within the locking recess 834 of the lid 820. It has a locking portion 840 (for example, a foot portion) that is subjected to force F 1-7 This acts on the control surface 838 Then move the locking element 824, remove the locking portion 840 from the locking recess 834, and locking element 8 Move 24 from the locked position to the unlocked position, and then remove the lid 820 from the main body 818. This makes it possible. Figure 18 shows the locking element 824 in the locking position. The locking portion 840 of the locking element 824 is received in the locking recess 834 of the lid 820. The locking element 824 prevents the lid 820 from rotating and from being removed from the body 818. As shown in Figure 19, the force F 1-7 When applied to the control surface 838, the locking element 824 moves Within channel 938, along the longitudinal axis A L-3 Move along the second direction and locking element 82 The locking portion 840 at the second end 828 of 4 is lifted and exits the recess in the lid 820. Then, rotational force F on the lid 820 2-7 This allows for the application of the solution and the removal of the cover 820. Figure 19 shows This shows the locking element 824 in the unlocked position. That is, the locking portion 840 of the locking element 824 is , the control surface 838 is pressed (F 1-7 ) When this occurs, the locking recess 834 in the lid 820 is received The lid 820 can be removed from the main body 818 by rotation (F 2-7 ).

[0075] Referring to Figure 21, the grinding module 814 has an inner surface 948 and an outer surface 950, A side wall 952 and one or more tabs 954 projecting radially outward from the side wall 952 are defined. It is equipped with a lid 820. One or more tabs 954 position the lid 820 on the body 818. When rotated, each of the tabs 954 is within the respective notches 956 on the main body 818. The lid 820 is rotated and positioned and sized to attach to the main body 818. This example prevents the lid 820 from rotating under certain conditions and prevents the lid 820 from moving away from the body 818. To prevent removal. In many of the examples herein, the locking element 824 locks the lid 820 to the body 8 The locking position that prevents removal from 18 and the lid 820 can be removed from the main body 818 It is movable between the unlocked position and the locked position. In the locked position, the locking element 824 is the lid 8 20 prevents rotation. Locking element 824 to grinding module 814 as described herein. It can be attached to, or as assumed herein, the base module It should be understood that it can be attached to 812. In this example, lid 82 In order to enable rotation and subsequent removal, a force must be applied to the control surface 838. No. However, the crushing module 814 is attached to the base module 812. When this is the case, the control surface 838 is inaccessible for operation. In the example shown, The mask 838 is accessible through a control opening 946 in the base plate 902, The user cannot touch the grinding module 814 unless it is separated from the base module 812. It is not possible. When the crushing module 814 is separated / removed from the base module 812, control Surface 838 is accessible for operation to the unlocked position, and the cover 820 is accessible to the body 818 It can then be removed by rotation.

[0076] The removable lid 820 allows access to the grinding element 822. During use, the crushing element converts the aggregate into bone fragments. Of course, the base module 812 The element 813 drives the grinding element 822 via a drive system. Within this drive system, the drive function The part is releasably coupled to the drive spindle, the grinding element 822. The drive spindle is It is accessible through a specific opening within the wall, and this opening is, for one thing, precisely the eye It exists for the purpose of the target. In this example, the crushing element 822 is rotated within the shell 816. Therefore, the shaft 823 transmits the rotational motion of the drive spindle to the grinding element 822. Referring to Figures 20 and 21, the crushing element 822 is removably attached to the shell 816. It is adapted so that it can be removed. The grinding module 814 is separated / removed from the base module 812. Once removed, and the lid 820 is detached from the main body 818, the crushing element 822 is, until then It can be removed through the opening in the main body 818 that was covered by the lid 820. When the lid 820 is removed from the body 818, the crushing element 822 is removed from the shell 816. The bone fragments attached to the crushing element 822 are crushed using appropriate tools such as a scraper. It is scraped off from the base 822 and placed in the catch tray 844 that holds the bone fragments. Furthermore, the lid 8 Remove 20, and with the grinding element 822 in place or removed, the grinding module 81 The bone fragments attached to the inner surface of the main body 818 of 4 can also be recovered for use. Typically During this part of the procedure, the user retrieves bone fragments that might have otherwise been discarded. It is possible. In many examples of this disclosure, the shaft has two functions: drive and In addition to its role as a chute, the shaft collects bone fragments attached to the crushing elements. It functions as a handle that can be grasped when it is being held. Referring to Figure 20, the lid 820 is the main body When removed from 818, the first end of the shaft is the shaft 823, and the grinding element 82 2. The force that pushes the pin that holds the crushing element against the shaft 823 out of the drive sleeve. F3 is applied. In Figure 21, the grinding element 822, shaft 823, and grinding element 822 The pin that holds the shaft 823 is taken from the main body 818 of the grinding module 814. It is shown as removed. Once removed, the user can handle shaft 823. It can be used as a material to remove residual aggregate from the surface of the crushing element 822.

[0077] In this example, at least one of the shell 816, the body 818, and the lid 820 is It is partially or entirely transparent. The transparent elements allow the user to avoid shattering when using System 10. This makes it possible to observe the process, and when the grinding process is complete, the grinding module 814 contains It may also be possible to observe any residual bone fragments that may be present. For example, the user can see if the residual aggregate is If visible through the shell 816, body 818, and lid 820, the aggregate is completely pulverized after crushing. It is possible to observe whether or not it is being done and / or to decide to remove the grinding element 822. It is possible.

[0078] An alternative example of the grinding module 814 is the motor 813, with or without the locking element 824. A base module comprising a controller and a support surface equipped with alignment teeth 922 and a sensor. It is configured to be used with module 812. In this example, grinding module 81 4 is detachably attached to the base module 812, the main body 818, and the crushing element 822. It includes a shell 816 that is adapted to be used as follows: The shell 816 is a base module 812 The positioning guide 920 is shaped to receive the upper alignment teeth 922, The alignment guide 920 aligns the crushing module 814 with the base module 812. This facilitates the efficient and proper mounting of the grinding module 814 to the base module 812. It is configured in such a way. The main body 818 has a magnet 924 that is attached to the main body 818. In a typical example, the magnet 924 is attached to the lower surface 906 of the base plate 902. Stone 924 is when the crushing module 814 is attached to the base module 812. It is detectable by sensor 890. Sensor 890 is located on base module 812. Determined, it monitors the presence of magnet 924 and generates a sensor signal for the controller. The roller is configured to adjust the motor 813 based on the presence of magnet 924. Of course, in this example, the shell 816 is designed to be removablely attached to the main body 818. A lid 820 is formed to further include a locking element (as described in many of the examples above). For example, the locking element 824 defines the longitudinal axis and the first end 826 It has a control surface 838 and a locking portion 840 at the second end 828. The locking element 824 is attached to the shell 816 so that it can be removably attached to the base module 812. When positioned, it can be positioned to engage with the lid 820. The locking element 824 is as described above. The locking element 824 allows the lid 820 to be removed from the main body 818. The unlocked position is positioned relative to 20, and the locking element 824 is positioned relative to the cover 8 from the main body 818. Moveable between a locking position positioned relative to the lid 820 to prevent removal of 20. It can be made possible. When the locking element 824 is in the locking position, the locking element 824 is in the lid 8 This prevents rotation of the 20 and subsequent removal of the lid 820 from the main body 818.

[0079] Of course, in this example, the locking element 824 can be made exactly the same as described above. The lid 820 defines a locking recess 334, and the locking element 824 has a locking portion 840 on the lid. The locking recess 834 does not allow the lid 820 to be removed from the main body 818. The position is removed, and the locking portion 840 is received in the locking recess 834 of the lid 820, and the locking element 82 4 is movable between a locking position that prevents the lid 820 from being removed from the main body 818. For example, the grinding module 814 is received in the locking recess 834 of the lid 820. It can be equipped with a foot portion. When a force acts on the control surface 838, from the locking recess 834 The feet are removed, allowing the lid 820 to rotate and the lid 820 to be removed from the main body 818. .

[0080] Referring to Figures 13 to 21, the modular system 810 that converts aggregate into bone fragments is It comprises a base module 812 equipped with a motor 813 and a grinding module 814. The crushing module 814 is fitted to be removablely attached to the base module 812. It is equipped with a shell 816. The shell consists of a main body 818 and a shell that is movable inside the shell. A crushing element 822 and a lid 82 molded to be removably attached to the main body 818. It includes 0.

[0081] The system also includes a locking element 824. The locking element 824 is connected to the control surface 838 and the locking portion 8 It has 40. The locking element 824 is in a locking position that prevents the cover 820 from being removed, and the cover 8 The locking element 824 is movable between a release position and a position where it can be removed. It can be attached to the grinding module 814 as described in the specification, or this specification It is understood that it can be attached to the base module 812 as assumed in the document. It should be done. The locking element 824 is connected to the base module 812 and the crushing module 814 It can be an independent standalone element. The crushing module 814 is a base module When mounted on the rule 812, the control surface 838 is inaccessible for operation. The locking element 824 is in the locking position. The crushing module 814 is in the base module 812. When not installed, the control surface 838 is accessible for operation.

[0082] In a typical example of the modular system 810, the locking element 824 in the locked position is a lid. This prevents the rotation of 820 and the subsequent removal of the lid 820 from the main body 818. The lid 820 typically defines a locking recess 834, and the locking element 824 has a locking portion 840. However, the lid 820 is not received in the locking recess 834 of the lid 820, making it difficult to remove the lid 820 from the main body 818. The locking release position that enables this, and the locking portion 840 is received within the locking recess 834 in the lid 820 The locking element 824 moves between a locking position that prevents the lid 820 from being removed from the main body 818. It is movable.

[0083] The locking portion 840 can be molded and constructed in various ways, some of which are As described in the specification, in one example such as the examples in Figures 13 to 21, the locking portion 840 is, Includes a foot that is configured to be received in a locking recess 834 in the lid 820. When force is applied, the foot is released from the locking recess 834, and the lid 820 rotates and the body 818 moves away from it. This allows for the removal of lid 820.

[0084] From a system perspective, it may be included on the base module 812 and the grinding module 814. The above-mentioned functional parts include the alignment teeth 922 on the base module 812 and the grinding module This is the corresponding alignment guide 920 on 814. The alignment guide 920 is a positional guide The grinding module 814 is shaped to receive the interlocking teeth 922 and the base module 812 Align the grinding module 814 to the base module 812 for efficient and proper handling. To facilitate installation, for example, multiple openings 958 on the outer wall 910 of the base plate 902 , configured to ensure that it receives the corresponding tab 960 on the base module 812 The above-mentioned other functional parts may be included on the base module 812 and the grinding module 814. This is a magnet 924 that is attached to the grinding module 814. From a system perspective, The section module 812 detects the magnet 924, and the crushing module 814 moves to the base module 8 It has a sensor 890 configured to indicate when it is attached to 12.

[0085] In the alternative example, the modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments is equipped with motor 813. The base module 812 and the crushing module 814 are used. 4 is a shell 81 which is adapted to be removablely attached to the base module 812. It includes 6. The shell 816 includes the main body 818 and a movable part located inside the shell 816. The crushing element 822 converts aggregate into bone fragments and can be detachably attached to the main body 818. It comprises a lid 820 which is formed into a seaweed shape. In this example, the modular system 810 is It is equipped with a locking element 824, but the locking element 824 is a grinding module 814 as described herein. Alternatively, it can be attached to the base module 812, or the base module 81 2 and the grinding module 814 can be provided as standalone elements independent of each other. It should be understood that, of course, the locking element 824 is, as mentioned above, the locking element 82 4 is positioned relative to the lid 820 so that the lid 820 can be removed from the main body 818. The locking release position and the locking element 824 prevent the lid 820 from being removed from the main body 818. It is movable between a locking position positioned relative to the lid 820.

[0086] Referring to Figure 22, here are 1000 methods related to the examples in Figures 13 to 22, though not limited to them. Another example is when the grinding module is attached to the base module, and the grinding elements are created. Step 1002 involves moving the aggregate to convert it into bone fragments, and the control surface on the locking element is accessible. Step 1004 involves separating the grinding module from the base module, and grinding After separating the module from the base module, force is applied to the control surface to lock the locking element. Step 1006 involves moving the device to the release position, which allows the lid to be removed from the main body, and the crushing motor This includes step 1008, which involves removing the lid from the main body of the shell of the vessel.

[0087] In this method 1000, the step of attaching the grinding module to the base module is The lid is attached to the grinding module, and the process is carried out with the locking element of the grinding module in the locked position. When the grinding module is installed, the lid and catch tray are properly fitted and seated. To confirm that it is working correctly, check the lid and catch tray. Once part I is precisely installed in the correct location, the system of this disclosure will be ready for use. The law provides a step of providing a grinding module that can be provided as disposable or even reusable. It can also include that.

[0088] In this example, the system and / or grinding module have an active locking configuration. Therefore, in order to move the locking element to the unlocked position and enable the removal of the lid from the main body This involves first separating the crushing module from the base module, and then applying force to the locking element (for example, This is because it must be applied to the locking shaft. For this reason, the locking element is released. The step of moving it to a position that allows the lid to be removed from the main body involves powder from the base module. After the step of removing the crushing module (as shown in Figure 20), force is applied to the locking element. The process further includes engaging and disengaging the locking element from the lid. A force is applied to the control surface to lock the locking element. The step of moving to the release position is typically performed simultaneously with the step of rotating the lid.

[0089] After the step of removing the lid from the body of the grinding module shell, method 1000 is to remove the body The procedure may further include the step of collecting residual bone fragments from the internal surface and crushed elements. Method 1000 involves removing the grinding elements from the grinding module and removing the residual aggregate from the surface of the grinding elements. The process may further include the step of collecting bone fragments. Figure 21 shows the crushing module. This shows the crushing element removed from the original.

[0090] Of course, the System 810 and Method 1000 of this Disclosure are intended for use during formation. This provides a means of using bone fragments that cannot be removed. This feature allows for the use of bone fragments of a volume required for treatment. This reduces the overall size of the bone material that the practitioner needs to harvest from the patient in order to supply a piece. This is also possible. This reduction in the volume of bone material to be harvested is a benefit that patients do not have to endure due to the need to harvest bone fragments. It also plays a role in reducing similar trauma.

[0091] Additional disclosure items I. A chassis adapted to be removably mounted to a base module equipped with a motor. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, wherein the shell is equipped with a shell An inlet opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are introduced into the shell, and an outlet opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are expelled from the shell. The shell is defined as a main body and a structure that is movably arranged within the shell, which transforms the aggregate into bone fragments. The main body is removable so that the crushing element to be replaced and residual bone fragments can be removed from the crushing element. A lid molded to be attachable, and a shell that is movably attached to the body. When releasably attached to the base module, it is configured to engage with the base module and the cover. A locking element that engages with and disengages from the lid so that the lid can be removed from the main body. The mounting / unmounting position and the mounting position where the lid engages with the lid to prevent it from being removed from the main body. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, further comprising a locking element that is movable between the elements. . II. The locking element is movably attached to the main body and coupled to the biasing element. A crushing module that converts the aggregates listed in item I, including T, into bone fragments. III. The biasing element is configured to push the locking shaft in a first direction, As a result, the locking shaft is biased in the first direction when in the unlocked position, The retaining shaft is pressed in a second direction along the longitudinal axis of the pin at the mounting position. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item II into bone fragments. IV. The biasing element is positioned around the outer circumference of the locking shaft, as described in item II or III. A crushing module that converts the aggregate into bone fragments. V. The main body defines the chamber, and the locking element is movably positioned within the chamber. A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of items I to IV into bone fragments. VI. The lid defines a locking recess, and the locking shaft is located within the locking recess in the lid. It cannot be received, and there is an attachment / release position where the lid can be removed from the main body, and the locking shaft is the lid The mounting is such that it is received in a locking recess and the locking shaft prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. Convert any of the aggregates described in item II-V, which are movable between locations, into bone fragments. A grinding module. VII. The lid has an inner surface, an outer surface, side walls, and one or more protrusions radially outward from the side walls. It has tabs and a base that defines them, and one or more tabs are positioned on the base and rotated. Then, each tab rotates into its respective notch on the main body, attaching the lid to the main body. Aggregates described in one of items I to VI, which are positioned and sized for attachment. A crushing module that converts bone into bone fragments. VIII. The locking element in the mounting position prevents the rotation of the lid and subsequent removal of the lid from the body. A crushing module that prevents the conversion of aggregates into bone fragments, as described in item VII. IX. The foundation is provided with tabs, the tabs define locking recesses, and the aggregate as described in item VIII is provided. A crushing module that converts the material into pieces. X. The crushing element is adapted to be removably attached to the shell, items I-IX A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of the items into bone fragments. XI. Removably mounted to the shell adjacent to the exit opening, and through the exit opening The system further includes a catch tray to receive the ejected bone fragments, and the catch tray activates the grinding element. The bones listed in any one of items I-X must be attached to the shell in such a manner. A crushing module that converts wood into bone fragments. XII. At least one of the shell, body, and lid is transparent, items I-XI A crushing module that converts any of the aggregates described in one of the items into bone fragments. XIII. A modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments, A base module comprising a motor and contact elements, A grinding module with a shell that is fitted to be removably attached to the base. The shell has an entrance opening through which the aggregate is introduced into the shell, and a bone fragment that exits the shell. The shell defines an outlet opening through which the material passes when discharged, and the shell comprises a main body and a movable part within the shell. A crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments is positioned there, and is detachably attached to the main body. A lid is molded to be movable and attached to the body, and the shell is removably attached to the base. A locking element configured to engage with the base and lid when attached, which removes the lid from the body. The locking element has a release position in which it engages with and disengages from the lid and base, and the main body The locking element engages with the base and the mounting position to prevent the lid from being removed. A crushing module further comprising a movable locking element It is equipped with, When the crushing module is not attached to the base module, the locking element is released. It is located in a position where the lid can be removed from the main body. When the grinding module is attached to the base module, the locking element is in the mounting position. Yes, the lid is secured in place and cannot be removed from the main body, and the structural material is placed into the bone fragments. A modular system that converts between these two systems. XIV. The locking element is movably mounted on the main body and coupled to the biasing element on the main body. A modular system that converts the aggregate described in item XIII into bone fragments, including the locking shaft. Hmm. XV. The biasing element is the aggregate described in item XIV, which is arranged around the outer circumference of the locking shaft. A modular system that converts bone into bone fragments. XVI. The lid defines a locking recess, and the locking shaft is positioned so that the locking shaft is positioned in the locking recess of the lid. The mounting release position allows the lid to be removed from the main body without being able to be received inside, and the locking shaft The lid is engaged by a contact element on the base and received in a locking recess, preventing it from being removed from the main body. The bone material described in item XIV or XV is movable between the mounting position and the bone fragment. A modular system for conversion. XVII. The lid has an inner surface, an outer surface, a side wall, and one or more protrusions radially outward from the side wall. It has a base that defines the upper tabs, and one or more tabs are positioned on the body and rotated. When rotated, each tab rotates into its respective notch on the main body, becoming one with the notch. The lid is then positioned and dimensionally determined so that it can be attached to the main body, as described in item XIII. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. XVIII. The base has a locking recess for receiving a locking element, and the locking shaft is in the mounting position At one point, the locking shaft is received in the locking recess, and the lid is rotated to remove it from the main body. A modular system that converts the aggregate described in XVII into bone fragments, which is not possible otherwise. XIX. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system, The wheel-type system consists of a base module equipped with a motor and contact elements, and a grinding module. It is adapted to be removably attached to the base module, and the entrance opening It comprises a shell defining the section and the outlet opening, the shell comprising a body, a grinding element, and a disintegration element within the body. A lid molded to be removable and attached to the body, and a shell that is movable and attached to the body. A locking element configured to engage with the base and the lid when releasably attached to the base, It comprises a grinding module equipped with, The lid is attached to the crushing module, and the locking element allows the lid to be removed from the main body. The crushing module is provided in the release position, where the locking elements are engaged with and disengaged from the lid and base. The steps to provide, A step of attaching the grinding module to the base module, wherein the contact element is a locking element By engaging the locking element, the locking element is moved along the longitudinal axis defined by the locking element. Then, push it in to engage with the lid and prevent it from coming off the main body, Steps include introducing aggregate into the shell through the entrance opening, The crushing element is activated to convert the aggregate into bone fragments, and the bone fragments are discharged through the outlet opening. Top, The steps include removing the grinding module from the base module and disengaging the locking element from the lid. , The steps include removing the lid from the main body of the crushing module shell and A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments, which includes [a specific component]. XX. After removing the lid from the main body, residual bone fragments are collected from the inner surface of the main body and the crushed elements. A method for converting aggregates, including those described in item XIX, into bone fragments. XXI. Remove the crushed elements and collect any remaining aggregate and / or bone fragments from the surface of the crushed elements. A method for converting the aggregate described in item XX into bone fragments, further including the step of collecting the aggregate. XXII. A modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments, A base module equipped with a motor, A shell that is adapted to be removably attached to a base module containing a motor. A crushing module is provided, wherein the shell has an inlet opening through which aggregate is introduced into the shell. The mouth and the exit opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are expelled from the shell are defined, and the shell is the main body The shell contains a movably positioned crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments, and the main body is attached A grinding module further comprising a lid molded to be removable and attachable, It is equipped with, The system does not supply power to the grinding element when the lid is removed from the main body. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments, configured in this way. XXIII. The main body is movably attached, and the shell is detachably attached to the base. A locking element configured to engage with the base and the lid, which removes the lid from the main body. To enable this, the locking element has an attachment / disattachment position in which it engages with and disengages from the lid and base, and the lid is located away from the main body. Between the mounting position where the locking element engages with the base and the cover to prevent removal A mechanism for converting the aggregate described in item XXII into bone fragments, further comprising a movable locking element. Joule system. XXIV. Adapted to be removably mounted to a base module equipped with a motor. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, the shell comprising aggregate An inlet opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are introduced into the shell, and an opening through which the bone fragments pass when they are discharged from the shell The shell defines an exit opening and comprises a body and bones movably disposed within the shell. A crushing element that converts the material into bone fragments, and a mechanism that enables the removal of residual bone fragments from the above crushing element. A lid molded to be detachably attached to the main body, and movable to the main body When the above shell is attached to the base module, the above lid is attached to the above lid. A locking element configured to engage, which enables the removal of the lid from the main body. A locking release position that is positioned relative to the lid, and removal of the lid from the main body. A locking element that is movable between a locking position positioned relative to the lid in order to prevent the above. Natural A crushing module that further incorporates the ability to convert aggregate into bone fragments. XXV. The locking element is movably attached to the main body and coupled to the biasing element. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXIV into bone fragments. XXVI. The above locking element has a first end and a second end and defines a longitudinal axis. A locking shaft, a crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXV into bone fragments. XXVII. The biasing element is positioned along the longitudinal axis of the locking element. The aggregate described in item XXVI is transformed into bone fragments, configured to be pushed in the first direction. Replacement grinding module. XXVIII. The biasing element is positioned along the longitudinal axis of the locking element. The aggregate described in item XXVI is configured to push in a second direction toward the bone fragments. A grinding module for conversion. XXIX. The locking element, in cooperation with the biasing element and the main body, on the locking element Along the longitudinal axis, in the first direction or in the second direction opposite to the first direction, A powder having a biasing surface that biases the locking element, which converts the aggregate described in item XXVI into bone fragments. Crushing module. XXX. The biasing surface described above is located at the first end of the locking element, as described in item XXIX. A crushing module that converts the aggregate into bone fragments. XXXI. The biasing element is positioned adjacent to the locking element, item XXIX or X A crushing module that converts the aggregates listed in XX into bone fragments. XXXII. The biasing element is positioned around the outer circumference of the locking element, item XXIX Alternatively, a crushing module that converts the aggregate described in XXX into bone fragments. XXXIII. The above main body defines the chamber, and the above locking element and the above biasing element are the above A crushing machine, described in item XXV, is movably positioned inside the chamber and converts the aggregate into bone fragments. Jules. XXXIV. The above cover defines a locking recess, and the above locking shaft is The locking shaft is not received in the locking recess of the lid and the lid is not received by the main body The above-mentioned release position allows for removal, and the above-mentioned locking shaft is the above-mentioned locking in the lid. The locking shaft is received in the recess and prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. A crushing module that converts aggregate into bone fragments, as described in item XXVI, which is movable between the stop position and the stop position. Lure. XXXV. The chamber is defined by the locking sleeve, and the locking shaft and the biasing The element is positioned within the locking sleeve, and the biasing element is positioned at the first end of the locking sleeve. The first end of the locking shaft is configured to be pushed longitudinally so as to pass through the section. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXXIV into bone fragments. XXXVI. The above shell defines the lower surface opposite the above lid, and the biasing element is the above shell The first end of the locking element is configured to be pushed longitudinally so as to pass over the lower surface of the above-mentioned part. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXIV into bone fragments. XXXVII. When the above grinding module is not attached to the base module, The locking element allows the lid to be removed from the main body by connecting the locking shaft When it is configured to push to the above-mentioned unlocked position and is attached to the base module The locking shaft is positioned in the locking position to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. A crushing module that compresses the aggregate described in item XXXIV and converts it into bone fragments. XXXVIII. The locking shaft is equipped with a tab, and the force acting on the tab locks the shaft. The locking shaft is removed from the recess, and the aggregate described in item XXXIV is converted into bone fragments. A grinding module. XXXIX. The above locking shaft has a tab located at the first end of the above locking shaft, At the second end, a foot is configured to be received in the locking recess of the lid. The foot portion is removed from the locking recess by the force acting on the tab, and the locking The shaft moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, and the cover then moves away from the main body. A pulverizing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXXIV into bone fragments, which can be removed. . XL. The above locking shaft has a tab located at the first end of the locking shaft and a second The end portion comprises a foot portion configured to be received within the locking recess of the lid. The force acting on the above tab causes the foot to be removed from the above locking recess, and the locking shaft The lid moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, and the lid is subsequently removed from the main body. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item XXXIV into bone fragments, making this possible. XLI. The locking element includes a locking arm having a second end and a first end, A crushing motor, described in item XXIV, that can be swiveled and attached to the main body, converts aggregate into bone fragments. Jules. XLII. The cover defines a locking recess, and the locking arm is located at the second end. , a foot portion configured to be received by the locking recess in the lid, and a mounting element A crushing device that converts aggregate into bone fragments, as described in item XLI, and optionally includes a biasing element. Module. XLIII. The locking arm is biased to the locking position, and the first end of the locking arm When a force is applied, the locking arm rotates from the locked position to the unlocked position, and the main body The above lid can be removed, and the aggregate described in item XLII is crushed into bone fragments. Module. XLIV. The base module is formed when the above-mentioned grinding module is attached to the base module. When this happens, the locking arm rotates to the unlocked position, and then the lid moves away from the main body. The aggregate described in item XLIII is provided with a contact element to prevent it from being removed from the bone fragment. A crushing module that converts to this. XLV. The first end of the locking arm described above is provided with a tab, as described in item XLIV. A crushing module that converts bone into bone fragments. XLVI. The above lid has an inner surface, an outer surface, a side wall, and a radially outward projection from the side wall. Defines one or more tabs, and the one or more tabs position the lid on the main body. When rotated, each of the above tabs rotates into its respective notch on the main body. Then, the above lid is positioned and sized to be attached to the above main body, item XXIV A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of the ~XLV items into bone fragments. XLVII. The locking element in the above locking position prevents the lid from rotating and the body from To prevent the removal of the above-mentioned lid, the crushing module described in item XLVI converts the aggregate into bone fragments. Lure. XLVIII. The above grinding element is adapted to be removablely mounted to the above shell. The process involves crushing the aggregate described in any one of items XXIV to XLVII into bone fragments. Module. XLIX. Located inside the main body of the above shell, and is detachably attached to the main body. The blade holder further comprises, An upper tray having a circular top surface that holds the above-mentioned crushing element inside the main body, A side wall positioned around the outer circumference of the upper surface, the side wall projecting radially outward. A side wall having one or more tabs protruding, The central three are concentric with the center of the upper tray and extend downward from the upper tray. Bu and Equipped with, The one or more tabs protruding radially outward from the side wall correspond to the main body. Molded to allow engagement of each of the one or more tabs within the notch, When the central sleeve rotates in the first direction, the rotation causes one or more tabs to be formed. Each of these engages with the corresponding notch in the main body, and the crushing element It is held inside the grinding module, When the central sleeve rotates in a second direction opposite to the first direction described above, the rotation Therefore, each of the one or more tabs mentioned above corresponds to each of the notches on the main unit. And so the blade holder and the crushing element are engaged and disengaged, and the subsequent removal of the blade holder and the crushing element from the main body is This makes it possible to place the upper tray and the grinding element on the upper surface of the upper tray. One of items XXIV-XLVIII to facilitate easy access to residual bone fragments. A crushing module that converts the aggregates described into bone fragments. L. At least one of the above shell, above body, and above lid is transparent, item XX A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of sections IV to XLIX into bone fragments. LI. A modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments, A base module equipped with a motor, A crushing module with a shell that is adapted to be removably mounted to the base module. A joule, the shell having an inlet opening through which aggregate is introduced into the shell, and bone fragments The shell defines an outlet opening through which the material passes when it is discharged from the shell, and the shell comprises a body and the shell A crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments is movably positioned inside, and a removable part attached to the main body. A lid molded to be attached, and a shell that is movably attached to the main body, with the shell at the base module A locking element that, when removably attached to the tubing, is positioned to engage with the lid. The locking element is positioned relative to the lid so that the lid can be removed from the main body. The locking release position and the positioning of the locking element relative to the lid to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. A crushing module further comprising a locking element that is movable between a locked position and a locked position It is equipped with, When the crushing module is not attached to the base module, the locking element is in the unlocked position. It is located in a place that allows the lid to be removed from the main body. When the grinding module is attached to the base module, the locking element is in the locking position. This prevents the lid from being removed from the main body, and is a modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. system. LII. The locking element is movably attached to the main body and coupled to the biasing element, item L A modular system for converting the aggregate described in I into bone fragments. LIII. The locking element has a first end and a second end, and locks the longitudinal axis. A modular system that converts the aggregate material described in item LII into bone fragments, which is the shaft. LIV. The biasing element is located along the longitudinal axis of the locking shaft in a first direction. A module that is configured to push the futo and converts the aggregate described in item LIII into bone fragments. A rotary system. LV. The biasing element is located in a second direction along the longitudinal axis of the locking shaft. A module configured to push the bones, which converts the aggregate described in item LIII into bone fragments. A type of system. The LVI. main body defines the chamber, and the locking shaft and biasing element are located within the chamber. A modular system that converts the aggregate described in item LIII into bone fragments. LVII. The main body includes a sleeve that defines the chamber, and the locking element and biasing element are A module that can be moved within the Leave and converts the bone material listed in item LVI into bone fragments. A type of system. LVIII. The lid defines a locking recess, and the locking shaft is The locking shaft is not received within the locking recess in the lid, allowing the lid to be removed from the main body. The locking release position is such that the locking shaft is received in the locking recess of the lid, and the locking shaft is It is movable between a locking position that prevents the lid from being removed from the body, as described in item LIII. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. LIX. The lid is equipped with a locking tab, which defines a locking recess, as described in item LVIII. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. The LX chamber is defined by a locking sleeve, and the locking element is positioned within the locking sleeve. The biasing element passes through the first end of the locking sleeve, and the first end of the locking shaft The aggregate described in item LVII or LVIII is configured to push the part in the longitudinal direction. A modular system that converts bone into bone fragments. LXI. The base module is such that when the crushing module is attached to the base module, The first end of the locking element engages with the base module, and the locking shaft moves to the locking recess and the locking position. A modular system that transforms the aggregate described in item LX into bone fragments by being molded by pressing it in. Stem. LXII. The locking element has tabs, and the grinding module is attached to the base module. When not present, the force acting on the tab causes the locking element to move to the unlocked position, as described in item LI. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. LXIII. When the grinding module is not attached to the base module, the biasing element This pushes the locking shaft to the unlocked position, allowing the lid to be removed from the main body. When configured and the lid is attached to the base module, the base module has a locking shutter. The lid is molded to be pushed into a locking position, preventing it from being removed from the main body, item L A modular system for converting the aggregate described in VIII into bone fragments. LXIV. The locking shaft has a tab located at the first end of the locking shaft and the second end The lid comprises a foot portion configured to be received in a locking recess, and a crushing module When the rule is not attached to the base module, the force acting on the tab causes the locking recess to Then the foot section is removed, the locking shaft moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, and the cover is removed from the main body. A module that converts the aggregate described in item LVIII into bone fragments, which allows for subsequent removal. A rotary system. The LXV locking shaft has a tab located at the first end of the locking shaft, and the locking shaft The second end comprises a foot portion configured to be received in a locking recess in the lid. When the crushing module is not attached to the base module, the force acting on the tab The foot is removed from the locking recess, and the locking shaft moves from the locked position to the unlocked position. The lid can then be removed from the main body, and the structural material described in item LVIII can be changed into bone fragments. A modular system for replacement. LXVI. The locking element includes a locking arm having a first end and a second end, and the body A modular system that can be mounted in a swivel manner and converts the aggregate described in item LI into bone fragments. Tem. LXVII. The locking arm is configured to be received by a locking recess in the lid. The structural member described in item LXVI comprises a foot portion, a mounting element, and optionally a biasing element. A modular system that converts bone into bone fragments. LXVIII. The locking arm is biased to the locking position, and a force acts on the first end of the locking arm. Then, the locking arm rotates from the locked position to the unlocked position, making it possible to remove the lid from the main body. A modular system that converts the aggregate described in item LXVII into bone fragments. The LXIX base module includes a contact element, and the first end of the locking arm is attached to the contact element. It comes into contact with the base module, thereby locking the grinding module when it is attached to the base module. The arm rotates to the unlocked position, and then prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. A modular system for converting the aggregate described in item LXVIII into bone fragments. The LXX lid has an inner surface, an outer surface, a side wall, and one or more protrusions radially outward from the side wall. The tabs define the tabs, and when one or more tabs are positioned on the body and rotated, the tabs Each rotates into its respective notch in the main body and integrates with the notch, and the lid attaches to the main body. The aggregate described in item LI is converted into bone fragments, which are positioned and sized for installation. A modular system. LXXI. The lid has a locking recess that receives a locking element, and when the locking element is in the locked position, The locking element is received within the locking recess and prevents the lid from being removed from the main body, as described in item LXX. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments. LXXII. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system, The Joule system consists of a base module with a motor and a removable component attached to the base module. It is adapted to be installed and defines the entrance and exit openings. A grinding module equipped with a shell, the shell comprising a body, a grinding element, and a removable part attached to the body. A lid molded to be attached to the body, and a shell that is movably attached to the body. A locking element configured to engage with the lid when removably attached to the module and It is equipped with a grinding module, A step of attaching the grinding module to the base module, wherein the grinding module is attached to the base Before, during, or after the step of attaching the lid to the module, attach the lid to the grinding module. The locking element of the crushing module is engaged with the lid to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. Steps to move to the stopping position, Steps include introducing aggregate into the shell through the entrance opening, The crushing element is activated to convert the aggregate into bone fragments, and the bone fragments are discharged through the outlet opening. Top, The steps include removing the grinding module from the base module, A step of moving the locking element to the unlocked position to enable removal of the lid from the main body, The steps include removing the lid from the main body of the crushing module shell and A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments, which includes [a specific component]. LXXIII. The step of attaching the grinding module to the base module involves removing the lid from the grinding module. Item LX: Attached to the joule, with the locking element of the crushing module in the locked position. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments, as described in XII. LXXIV. The step of moving the locking element to the unlocked position involves moving the grinding module to the base After the step of removing it from the module, LXXI involves applying force to the locking element. A method for converting aggregate described in I or LXXIII into bone fragments. The step of attaching the LXXV grinding module to the base module involves removing the lid from the grinding module. This is done with the module attached, and the step of attaching the crushing module to the base module is performed. Furthermore, the locking element is pushed into the locking position so that it moves to the locking position simultaneously. A method for converting the aggregate described in item LXXII into bone fragments. LXXVI. Remove the lid from the main body and collect residual bone fragments from the inner surface of the main body and the crushed elements. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments, as described in item LXXII, including further steps. LXXVII. Remove the crushing elements from the crushing module and remove the residual aggregate from the surface of the crushing elements. and / or further comprising the step of collecting bone fragments, the method of transferring the bone material described in item LXXII to bone fragments. How to convert it.

[0092] The above pertains to one specific form of this disclosure. Alternative forms of this disclosure may differ from those described. It can have the following characteristics.

[0093] For example, the lid 20 and catch tray 44 are properly attached to the body 18 of the shell 16. All forms of this disclosure must include a detection member and sensor system for determining whether or not a detection member or sensor is present. There is none. Similarly, some forms of the present disclosure do not have to include the catch tray 44.

[0094] Similarly, the features of this disclosure may differ from those described. In all forms of this disclosure, the crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments must be a disk. There is no such component. In some forms of this disclosure, this component may be a blade.

[0095] Similarly, the lid 20 and / or catch tray 44 are properly attached to the grinding module 14. In this embodiment of the disclosure, in which a sensor monitors whether or not a magnetic field is present, the sensor always monitors whether or not a magnetic field is present. It may not necessarily be a sensor that monitors presence / absence. In some forms of this disclosure, A light sensor is a sensor that emits a signal based on whether or not light of a specific wavelength is being received. This can be done. In these embodiments of the present disclosure, the marker integrated with the lid 20 is reflective. It can be used as a material. The detection member integrated with the catch tray 44 is at the wavelength of the target being monitored. The optical fiber can have a filter that allows light to pass through. In other embodiments, the sensor may be a mechanical switch. These embodiments of the Disclosure In this, the detection member is a stationary or moving machine integrated with the lid 20 and the catch tray 44. These components can be used as parts. As a result of these components being aligned or engaged, These components activate the switch. Changes in the state of the signal across the switch are detected by the cover 20 and also indicates that the catch tray 44 is properly attached to the grinding module 14. This is interpreted by the controller as follows.

[0096] In an embodiment of this disclosure without a catch tray 44, the detection member is associated with the shell 16. This is possible. In this embodiment of the present disclosure, the shell 16 of system 10 is a base module The lid 20 is properly attached to the shell 16 of the system 10, and the lid 20 is properly attached to the shell 16 of the system 10. The sensor will only be able to properly attach these components to the base module 12 if they are properly mounted. It outputs a signal indicating that it is being used. Only when this signal is received does the controller... This enables the operation of the motor, which is integrated with the base module 12.

[0097] The system 10 of this disclosure is designed to reduce material usage. That is, system 10 The system is designed to convert the number of large materials into an increase in the number of small materials. The M10 can be configured to reduce hard or soft materials, and the system 10 is It can be configured to produce small materials of a specific size. For example, different grinding processes. By using the elements and the system 10 of this disclosure, soft tissue can be treated. Cutting the material into a usable form, or converting the aggregate into bone particles (rather than bone fragments). This is possible. Furthermore, this disclosure focuses on converting aggregate into bone fragments. However, system 10 can have other uses. Also, system 10 can be used in surgical procedures. It can have external applications.

[0098] Therefore, the subject matter of the attached claims is to avoid all things that fall within the true intent and scope of this disclosure. This involves including changes and modifications such as those mentioned above.

Claims

1. A shell adapted to be removably mounted to a base module containing a motor. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, wherein the shell is formed when the aggregate is broken into bone fragments. The shell defines the entrance opening through which it is introduced, The main unit and A crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments is movably arranged within the aforementioned shell, It is detachably attached to the main body and enables the removal of residual bone fragments from the crushing element. A lid that is molded in such a way, A locking mechanism positioned relative to the lid so as to allow the lid to be removed from the main body. The release position and the position relative to the lid to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. A locking element that is movable between a locked position and A crushing module that further incorporates the ability to convert aggregate into bone fragments.

2. The locking element defines a longitudinal axis and has a control surface at the first end and a second end A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments according to claim 1, comprising a locking portion.

3. The locking element is movably mounted to the main body and coupled to a biasing element, claim A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in 1 or 2 into bone fragments.

4. The main body defines a channel, and the locking element is at least partially positioned within the channel. A crushing module for converting aggregate according to claim 1 into bone fragments.

5. The locking element, in cooperation with the biasing element and the main body, locks the locking element It has a biasing surface that biases in a first or second direction along the longitudinal axis of the said, A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 3.

6. The biasing surface is located at the first end of the locking element, and the aggregate according to claim 5 is located at the bone A crushing module that converts the material into pieces.

7. The biasing element is arranged around the outer circumference of the locking element, any one of claims 3 to 6. A crushing module that converts the aggregates described in the section into bone fragments.

8. The biasing element is arranged adjacent to the locking element, according to any one of claims 3 to 6. A crushing module that converts the listed aggregates into bone fragments.

9. The main body defines a chamber, and the locking element is movably arranged within the chamber. A crushing module for converting aggregate according to any one of claims 1 to 8 into bone fragments.

10. The main body further comprises an operating guide, and the locking element is located within the operating guide at least Partially arranged crushing that converts the aggregate according to any one of claims 1 to 9 into bone fragments Module.

11. The lid defines a locking recess, and the locking element is The locking portion is not received within the locking recess of the lid, and the lid is removed from the main body. The locking release position allows removal, and the locking portion is received within the locking recess in the lid. The locking element is positioned between the locking position that prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. A movable crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 2.

12. The locking portion includes a foot portion configured to be received within the locking recess in the lid. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 11.

13. The force acting on the control surface causes the foot to be removed from the locking recess, and the lid rotates. The lid can be removed from the main body, and the aggregate material can be converted into bone fragments as described in claim 12. A grinding module.

14. The locking element defines a biasing surface opposite to the control surface, and the aggregate according to claim 13 A crushing module that converts bone into fragments.

15. The biasing surface is provided with a biasing element mount adjacent to the locking element, as described in claim 14. A crushing module that converts aggregate into bone fragments.

16. The biasing element is arranged around the biasing element mount and contacts the inner surface of the main body. As a result, the locking element is positioned along the longitudinal axis in the first direction towards the base module. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, as described in claim 15, which biases toward the ball.

17. Claim 1, the shell further comprises a base plate having an upper surface, a lower surface, and an outer wall. A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of the following items into bone fragments.

18. The main body defines a channel extending between the locking opening and the control opening, and the locking element The element is at least partially disposed within the channel, according to any one of claims 1 to 17. A crushing module that converts the aggregates described into bone fragments.

19. The main body comprises a base plate defining the control opening, any of claims 1 to 18 A crushing module that converts any of the aggregates described in item 1 into bone fragments.

20. The main body defines a catch tray opening, and the upper surface of the base plate has a floor portion. A recess is defined, and the opening and the recess are configured to receive the catch tray. A crushing module for converting aggregate according to any one of claims 1 to 19 into bone fragments.

21. The floor portion engages with the corresponding retaining element on the catch tray, The part (i) is biased toward the rear wall of the recess, and the catch tray is attached to the shell. The method for converting aggregate into bone fragments according to claim 20 defines a first retaining element composed of the above. Grinding module.

22. The first retaining element is a notched retaining tab, and the corresponding retaining element is the cap A notch on the tray, a crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 21. 。

23. The base plate further comprises a magnet, the magnet being attached to the base module It can be detected by a sensor inside the module, and the grinding module attaches to the base module. The aggregate described in any one of claims 19 to 22 is transformed into bone fragments, indicating that it is attached. Replacement grinding module.

24. The main body is formed to receive the alignment teeth on the base module. The alignment guide defines the grinding module and the base module. Align the grinding module with the base module and efficiently and properly attach the grinding module to the base module. The aggregate according to any one of claims 1 to 23 is configured to facilitate cutting to bone fragments. A crushing module that converts to this.

25. The lid has an inner surface, an outer surface, a side wall, and one or more protrusions radially outward from the side wall. The tabs define the and, one or more tabs, the lid is positioned on the body and rotates. Then, each of the tabs rotates into the respective notches in the main body, and the lid Any of claims 1 to 24, which is positioned and sized to be attached to the main body. A crushing module that converts the aggregate described in item 1 into bone fragments.

26. The locking element in the aforementioned locking position prevents the lid from rotating and keeps the lid away from the main body. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments, as described in claim 25, which prevents removal.

27. The lid comprises a supply sleeve that defines an inlet opening and is positioned around the inlet opening. The supply sleeve has an inner surface and an outer surface, and is sized to slidably receive the plunger. A crushing module that converts aggregate described in any one of claims 1 to 26 into bone fragments as stipulated by law. Lure.

28. The supply sleeve engages with the corresponding retaining element on the plunger, The plunger is biased toward the inlet opening and the plunger is attached to the lid. A crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments according to claim 27, comprising a second retaining element. Ru.

29. The second retaining element is a notch, and the corresponding retaining element is on the plunger. A notched retaining tab, a crushing module for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 28.

30. The grinding element is adapted to be removably attached to the shell, claim A crushing module that converts aggregates described in any one of items 1 to 29 into bone fragments.

31. The main body further comprises an operating guide, and the locking element is located within the operating guide at least A partially arranged powder that converts the aggregate according to any one of claims 1 to 30 into bone fragments. Crushing module.

32. At least one of the shell, the body, and the lid is transparent, claims 1 to A crushing module for converting aggregates described in any one of item 31 into bone fragments.

33. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments, A base module equipped with a motor, Powder with a shell adapted to be removably attached to the base module A crushing module, wherein the shell comprises a body and a bone slat movably disposed within the shell. A crushing element that converts material into bone fragments, and a molded part that can be detachably attached to the main body. A crushing module further equipped with a lid, A locking position in which the lid cannot be removed and a release position in which the lid can be removed. A locking element having a control surface and a locking portion that is movable between the position and It is equipped with, When the grinding module is attached to the base module, the control surface It is inaccessible for operation, and the locking element is in the locking position. If the grinding module is not attached to the base module, the control The surface is accessible for operation; it is a modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments.

34. The locking element in the aforementioned locking position prevents the lid from rotating and keeps the lid away from the main body. A modular system for converting the aggregate material described in claim 33 into bone fragments, which prevents removal.

35. The aforementioned lid defines a locking recess, and the locking element is The locking portion is not received within the locking recess of the lid, and the lid is removed from the main body. The locking release position allows removal, and the locking portion is received within the locking recess in the lid. The locking element is positioned between the locking position that prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. A movable modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 33 or 34. Tem.

36. The locking portion includes a foot portion configured to be received within the locking recess in the lid. A modular system for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 35.

37. The force acting on the control surface causes the foot to be removed from the locking recess, and the lid rotates. The lid can be removed from the main body, and the aggregate material can be converted into bone fragments as described in claim 36. A modular system.

38. The base module is provided with alignment teeth, and the shell of the grinding module is The grinding module is formed to receive the alignment teeth and the base Align the module and efficiently and appropriately position the grinding module to the base module. Claims 33-3 define an alignment guide configured to facilitate precise installation. A modular system for converting the aggregate described in any one of item 7 into bone fragments.

39. The shell of the grinding module has a magnet attached to the shell, and the base The section module detects the magnet, and the crushing module is attached to the base module. Any one of claims 33 to 38, having a sensor configured to indicate when it is being kicked. A modular system for converting the aggregate described in item 1 into bone fragments.

40. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments using a modular system, wherein the module The system comprises a base module equipped with a motor, and a component that can be detachably attached to the base module. It is adapted to be attached, and comprises a main body, a crushing element, and a main body that can be removed from the main body. A lid that is molded to be attached, and a control surface and a locking part, and engaging with the lid A grinding module comprising a shell having locking elements configured to fit together the law of nature, While the grinding module is attached to the base module, the grinding element The steps involve operating to convert the aggregate into bone fragments, The grinding module is positioned such that it can access the control surface on the locking element. Steps include separating from the base module, After separating the grinding module from the base module, force is applied to the control surface. Then, the locking element is moved to the unlocked position, making it possible to remove the lid from the main body. The steps, The steps of removing the lid from the body of the shell of the grinding module and A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments, which includes [a specific component].

41. The step of attaching the grinding module to the base module involves the lid being ground. The module is attached, and the locking element of the crushing module is in the locking position. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments as described in claim 40.

42. The step of applying force to the control surface to move the locking element to the unlocked position is, Simultaneously with the step of rotating the lid, the aggregate material according to claim 40 or 41 is transformed into bone fragments. How to convert to it.

43. When the lid is removed from the main body, residual bone fragments are found on the inner surface of the main body and the crushing element. A method for converting aggregate into bone fragments according to claim 40, further comprising the step of collecting bone fragments.

44. The grinding element is removed from the grinding module, and residual aggregate and The method for converting aggregate into bone fragments according to claim 40, further comprising the step of collecting bone and / or bone fragments. How to do it.

45. A base comprising a motor, a controller, and a support surface equipped with alignment teeth and a sensor. A grinding module configured for use with a module, wherein the base module It features a shell adapted to be removablely mounted to the rudder, The aforementioned shell is The lower surface and the outer wall extending around the periphery of the lower surface, Align the grinding module with the base module, and the front of the base module The base module is configured to facilitate the efficient and proper installation of the grinding module. Alignment guide formed on the outer wall to receive the alignment teeth on the joule and, When the crushing module is attached to the base module, the sensor A magnet attached to the lower surface, which can be detected by, A crushing element that converts aggregate into bone fragments is movably positioned inside the shell, Extending from the lower surface and engaging with the boss on the base module, the crushing module Module holding elements that define a space for dissipating rotational energy when the rule is in use, and A crushing module equipped with the following.

46. The aforementioned shell is A lid molded to be removable and attachable to the main body, It defines the longitudinal axis and has a control surface at the first end and at the second end The shell has a locking portion, and when the shell is removably attached to the base module, A locking element positioned to engage with the lid and Furthermore, The locking element is positioned relative to the lid so as to allow the lid to be removed from the main body. The lock release position is determined, and the lid is positioned to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. The grinding module according to claim 45 is movable between a fixed position and a locking position. Ru.

47. The locking element in the aforementioned locking position prevents the lid from rotating and keeps the lid away from the main body. A crushing module according to claim 46, which prevents removal.

48. The aforementioned lid defines a locking recess, and the locking element is The locking portion is not received within the locking recess of the lid, and the lid is removed from the main body. The locking release position allows removal, and the locking portion is received within the locking recess in the lid. The locking element is positioned between the locking position that prevents the lid from being removed from the main body. A movable grinding module according to claim 47.

49. The locking portion includes a foot portion configured to be received within the locking recess in the lid. The grinding module according to claim 48.

50. The force acting on the control surface causes the foot to be removed from the locking recess, and the lid rotates. The crushing module according to claim 49, wherein the lid can be removed from the main body.

51. A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments, A base module equipped with a motor, Powder with a shell adapted to be removably attached to the base module A crushing module, wherein the shell comprises a body and a bone slat movably disposed within the shell. A crushing element that converts material into bone fragments, and a molded part that can be detachably attached to the main body. A crushing module further equipped with a lid, A locking mechanism positioned relative to the lid so as to allow the lid to be removed from the main body. The release position and the position relative to the lid to prevent the lid from being removed from the main body. A locking element that is movable between a locked position and A modular system that converts aggregate into bone fragments.

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