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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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19-01-2012 дата публикации

Passive ankle-foot prosthesis and orthosis capable of automatic adaptation to sloped walking surfaces and method of use

Номер: US20120016493A1
Автор: Andrew H. Hansen, Jonathon W. Sensinger
Принадлежит: Northwestern University

The present invention relates to an improved system for use in rehabilitation and/or physical therapy for the treatment of injury or disease to the lower limbs or extremities. The system can enable an amputee to proceed over any inclined or declined surface without overbalancing. The system is mechanically passive in that it does not utilize motors, force generating devices, batteries, or powered sources that may add undesirable weight or mass and that may require recharging. In particular the system is self-adapting to adjust the torque moment depending upon the motion, the extent of inclination, and the surface topography. An additional advantage of the improvement is that the system can be light and may also be simple to manufacture.

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Номер записи: 1
15-03-2012 дата публикации

Rotation structure of knee joint of artificial limb

Номер: US20120065742A1
Автор: xiang-ming Wu
Принадлежит: Ken Dall Enterprise Co Ltd

A rotation structure of knee joint of artificial limb includes a rotation head forming a rotation-head bore and having a top surface forming a rotation-head recess. The rotation-head recess has an open notch extending outside the rotation head. An arrest block is received in the rotation-head recess and has an end forming a push tab corresponding to the open notch and also forms, in a central portion thereof, an arrest-block opening. A detent is formed on an inner edge of the arrest-block opening. The arrest block is shaped to correspond to the rotation-head recess, but the rotation-head recess has a length greater than that of the arrest block. An arrest shaft forms a retention slot and has a lower end receiving through the arrest-block opening and the rotation-head bore in such a way that the detent of the arrest-block opening is engageable with the retention slot of the arrest shaft.

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Номер записи: 2
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Adjustable socket system

Номер: US20120101597A1
Автор: Andrew BACHE
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

An adjustable socket system is configured to accommodate a residual limb. The adjustable socket system has first and second opposed sides and includes a rigid first component arranged along the first side of the socket. An adjustable second component has a plurality of interconnected vertebrae elements connected to the first component and is arranged along the second side of the socket system. The adjustable prosthetic socket also has a base connector secured to the distal end area of the first component.

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Номер записи: 3
07-06-2012 дата публикации

Vacuum prosthesis with force sensing member

Номер: US20120143351A1
Автор: Michael E. Tompkins
Принадлежит: Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc

A prosthetic device includes a socket assembly defining a cavity and configured to receive a portion of a residual limb of a user within the cavity, a force sensing member configured to detect forces applied to the residual limb at a plurality of locations about the portion of the residual limb and generate signals based on the detected force, a vacuum system in fluid communication with the socket and configured to control an amount of vacuum applied to the cavity, and a controller coupled to the force sensing member and the vacuum system. The controller is configured to receive the signals from the force sensing member and control operation of the vacuum system during use of the prosthetic device by the user based at least in part on the signals received from the force sensing member.

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Номер записи: 4
28-06-2012 дата публикации

Functional foot cover

Номер: US20120165958A1
Автор: Arinbjörn Viggo Clausen, Christophe Lecomte, Erla Sigridur Gestsdottir, Heidrun Gigja Ragnarsdottir, Hjordis Thorhallsdottir
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

A cover for a foot prosthesis comprises an opening at a top end of the cover, which extends into a cavity formed within the cover, wherein the cavity is configured to receive a prosthesis therein. A wall surrounds the cavity and has the shape of a natural human foot. The wall has an inner surface and an outer surface. The wall also has a top section, a bottom section and a rear section. The bottom section defines a sole area having a toe section, a heel section, and a metatarsal region, wherein the sole area is provided with varying levels of stiffness configured to induce a desired rollover from heel-to-toe in a lateral-to-medial direction.

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Номер записи: 5
05-07-2012 дата публикации

Dynamically Activated Variable Response Socket with Hydraulic Pump

Номер: US20120173000A1
Автор: Carl A. Caspers
Принадлежит: CARL CASPERS CONSULTING LLC

An articulating prosthetic foot is used for a prosthetic or orthotic artificial limb for amputees having a residual limb. The artificial limb has a pylon and a socket for receiving the residual limb and a vacuum pump connected to the socket. The articulating foot articulates on the pylon and has a hydraulic pump. The hydraulic pump is driven by the articulating motion of the foot and drives the vacuum pump.

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Номер записи: 6
30-08-2012 дата публикации

Method and device for controlling an artificial orthotic or prosthetic joint

Номер: US20120221120A1
Автор: Christian Plesa, Martin Seyr
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS GMBH

The invention relates to a method and device for controlling an artificial orthotic or prosthetic joint of a lower extremity having a resistance device to which at least one actuator is associated, via which the bending and/or stretching resistance is changed depending on sensor data. During the use of the joint, status information is provided via sensors. During use of the joint, status information is provided via sensors, wherein a cyclic movement different from walking is determined and the resistance is reduced for the duration of the cyclic movement.

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Номер записи: 7
13-12-2012 дата публикации

System comprising at least one orthopedic device and a remote control unit

Номер: US20120313745A1
Автор: Constantin Pop
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS GMBH

The invention relates to a system comprising at least one orthopedic device having at least one joint ( 4 ) and a resistance device associated with the respective joint ( 4 ), a control device and an actuator being associated with said resistance device. The joint can be moved or the resistance can be adjusted against a bending and/or stretching movement via the actuator. The system further comprises a remote control unit ( 6 ) which is coupled to the control device and via which the resistance behavior can be varied, wherein data for the remote control unit ( 6 ) are stored in the orthopedic device, the remote control ( 6 ) can be configured with said data and the data are transmitted via a pairing process to the remote control unit ( 6 ).

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Номер записи: 8
13-12-2012 дата публикации

Releasable attachment system for a prosthetic limb

Номер: US20120316657A1
Автор: Jeremy D. Borchert, Kent N. Bachus
Принадлежит: University of Utah Research Foundation UURF

A releasable attachment system is provided for use with a bone anchored post and related external prosthesis such as a prosthetic limb or the like, wherein the attachment system includes a safety release mechanism designed to release or break away when encountering an excess mechanical load. The bone anchored mounting post is implanted for direct affixation to patient bone, and carries or is connected to a fixator structure protruding through soft skin tissue and the like at the end or stump of an amputated limb for mechanical connection to the external prosthesis. The safety release mechanism accommodates substantially normal patient movement throughout a corresponding range of substantially normal mechanical loads, but releases in the presence of an excess load to prevent undesirable fracture failures.

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Номер записи: 9
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Further improvements to ankle-foot prosthesis and orthosis capable of automatic adaptation to sloped walking surfaces and methods of use

Номер: US20130006386A1
Автор: Andrew H. Hansen, Eric A. Nickel
Принадлежит: Northwestern University

The present invention relates to an improved system for use in rehabilitation and/or physical therapy for the treatment of injury or disease to the lower limbs or extremities. The system can enable an amputee to proceed over any inclined or declined surface without overbalancing. The system is mechanically passive in that it does not utilize motors, force generating devices, batteries, or powered sources that may add undesirable weight or mass and that may require recharging. In particular the system is self-adapting to adjust the torque moment depending upon the motion, the extent of inclination, and the surface topography. An additional advantage of the improvement is that the system can be light and may also be simple to manufacture.

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Номер записи: 10
04-07-2013 дата публикации

Prosthetic hydraulic joint with accumulator and methods for controlling joint

Номер: US20130173022A1
Автор: Adam ARABIAN, Ben Gilbert Macomber, David Alan Boone, Robert Dustin LANE, Tyler BUTEL
Принадлежит: ORTHOCARE INNOVATIONS LLC

A prosthetic foot assembly is disclosed. The assembly includes a pivoting ankle joint with a hydraulic system, a prosthetic foot connected to the distal side of the ankle joint, and, at the proximal side, the ankle joint includes a transducer with pyramid adaptor for attaching to a pylon. The ankle joint sensor provides data collection during the stance and optionally, the swing, phases of walking using, for example, strain gages and accelerometers. Also disclosed are methods for real-time feature extraction. Key parameters are captured to which are applied linear, fuzzy logic, neural net, or generic algorithms to determine current state (walking flat, uphill, downhill etc.) in real time and execute changes to the angle between the ankle and foot almost instantaneously based on those parameters.

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Номер записи: 11
15-08-2013 дата публикации

Mounting structure for polymer actuator

Номер: US20130207524A1
Автор: Hiromitsu Takeuchi, Kazumasa BABA
Принадлежит: Toyoda Gosei Co Ltd

A movable side mounting portion transmits extension and contraction of a polymer actuator to an electric prosthetic hand. The polymer actuator deforms elastically in accordance with voltage application and returns to its original shape in accordance with stoppage of voltage application. A rear end of the polymer actuator is fixed and a front end of the polymer actuator is movable. When one of a pair of electrodes of the polymer actuator is electrically connected to the fixed side mounting portion, the fixed end is fastened by a bolt to the fixed side mounting portion. Also, when the other electrode is electrically connected to the movable side mounting portion, the movable end is fastened by a bolt to the movable side mounting portion.

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Номер записи: 12
26-09-2013 дата публикации

Control system for a grasping device

Номер: US20130253705A1
Автор: Huseyin Atakan Varol, Michael Goldfarb, Skyler DALLEY
Принадлежит: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY

A method for operating a grasping device and grasping devices therefrom are provided. The grasping device is configured to use a plurality of parallel, bi-directional state flow maps each defining a sequence of poses for a plurality of joints in the grasping device. The method include receiving at least one control signal, determining a current pose of the grasping device within the one of the plurality of state flow maps currently selected for the grasping device, and selectively actuating the plurality of joints to traverse the sequence of poses, where a direction for traversing the sequence of poses is based on the at least one control signal.

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Номер записи: 13
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Adjustment-free cushioning air cylinder

Номер: US20130264157A1
Автор: Hsin-Fa SHEN
Принадлежит: Medi GmbH and Co KG, PRO LIMB INTERNATIONAL CORP

An adjustment-free cushioning air cylinder includes an air cylinder body, a piston, a first check valve, an upper air way, a second check valve and a lower air way. An air chamber is formed inside the air cylinder body. The piston slides in the air chamber. One end of the piston extends to the external of the air cylinder body. The piston does a reciprocating movement in the air chamber and divides the air chamber into an upper air chamber and a lower air chamber. The first check valve is disposed in the piston, one end of the first check valve is connected to the upper air chamber, and the other end is connected to the lower air chamber. The upper air way connects the upper air chamber with the outside. The adjustment-free cushioning air cylinder of the invention does not need to adjust the entering flow rate of the air, but the entering flow rate can be automatically adjusted to produce cushioning resistance as the user is walking according to the walking speed. The present invention has a simple structure, high cushioning performance, lower cost, and is not easy to damage, thus can greatly improve the product competitiveness.

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Номер записи: 14
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Prosthetic foot with hybrid layup

Номер: US20140012396A1
Автор: Benedikt SKULASON, Christophe G. Lecomte, Ragnar Orn Gunnarssonn
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

A prosthetic foot has a plate-like foot member with a core section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a first material fiber, an upper section disposed above the core section, the upper section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a second material fiber, and a lower section disposed below the core section, the lower section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a third material fiber, where the upper, lower and core sections together define a total thickness of the plate-like elongate foot member. An idealized ratio of the cross sectional area of each section can be determined such that under an applied load provided to the hybrid layup, the ratio of maximum stress of a given section over the flexural strength of that given section is approximately equal for all sections of the hybrid layup. The hybrid layup arrangement can be configured to have a greater strength, but generally the same stiffness, as a similar foot member made of carbon fiber.

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Номер записи: 15
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Prosthetic ankle module

Номер: US20140039642A1
Автор: Christophe Lecomte, Grimur Jonsson, Jeroen Nijiman
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

A prosthetic ankle module allows for translational and/or rotational movement of a prosthetic foot relative to an adapter. The ankle module can include a four-bar linkage assembly. Links of the linkage assembly can be arranged in various configurations, e.g., parallel or non-parallel and having equal or non-equal lengths, to provide different functions and benefits, e.g., dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, vertical shock absorption, inversion, eversion, and/or rotation about the sagittal axis. Other types of linkage assemblies are also possible. A prosthetic foot can further include a support spring to limit the range of motion of the adapter in use.

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Номер записи: 16
27-03-2014 дата публикации

Variable-mechanical-impedance artificial legs

Номер: US20140088728A1
Автор: Hugh Miller Herr
Принадлежит: iWalk Inc

In one aspect, the invention provides methods and apparatus facilitating an adjustable-stiffness prosthesis or orthosis (including approximations to arbitrarily definable non-linear spring functions). Spring rates may be varied under no-load conditions during a walking gate cycle to minimize power consumption. In another aspect, the invention provides methods and apparatus for outputting positive power from a prosthesis or orthosis, facilitating high-performance artificial limbs. In one embodiment of the invention, the positive power is transferred from a functioning muscle to the prosthesis or orthosis, which mimics or assists a non-functioning or impaired muscle. In another embodiment of the invention, the positive power comes from an on-board power source in the prosthesis or orthosis.

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Номер записи: 17
27-03-2014 дата публикации

Powered Ankle-Foot Prosthesis

Номер: US20140088729A1
Автор: Andreas G. Hofmann, Benjamin B. Aisen, Bruce Wayne Deffenbaugh, Hugh M. Herr, Jeff A. Weber, Kwok Wai Samuel Au, Lee Harris Magnusson
Принадлежит: Massachusetts Institute of Technology

A powered ankle-foot prosthesis, capable of providing human-like power at terminal stance that increase amputees metabolic walking economy compared to a conventional passive-elastic prosthesis. The powered prosthesis comprises a unidirectional spring, configured in parallel with a force-controllable actuator with series elasticity. The prosthesis is controlled to deliver the high mechanical power and net positive work observed in normal human walking.

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Номер записи: 18
07-01-2016 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT WITH HYBRID LAYUP

Номер: US20160000582A1
Автор: Gunnarssonn Ragnar Orn, Lecomte Christophe G., Skulason Benedikt
Принадлежит:

A prosthetic foot has a plate-like foot member with a core section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a first material fiber, an upper section disposed above the core section, the upper section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a second material fiber, and a lower section disposed below the core section, the lower section substantially defined by one or more layers comprising a third material fiber, where the upper, lower and core sections together define a total thickness of the plate-like elongate foot member. An idealized ratio of the cross sectional area of each section can be determined such that under an applied load provided to the hybrid layup, the ratio of maximum stress of a given section over the flexural strength of that given section is approximately equal for all sections of the hybrid layup. The hybrid layup arrangement can be configured to have a greater strength, but generally the same stiffness, as a similar foot member made of carbon fiber. 133-. (canceled)34. A method of making a prosthetic foot comprising a hybrid layup having at least a first section and a second section provided on top of one another , wherein the first section comprises a plurality of first layers comprising a first fiber material and the second section comprises a plurality of second layers comprising a second fiber material that is different from the first fiber material , the method comprising: 'a first ratio, defined as a first maximum stress of the first section over a first flexural strength of the first section, is equal to a second ratio, defined as a second maximum stress of the second section over a second flexural strength of the second section, wherein the maximum stress of a given section is the maximum stress experienced by that section under the applied load;', 'determining desired thicknesses of the first section and the second section to provide for simultaneous breakage of the first and second sections in the hybrid ...

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Номер записи: 19
07-01-2021 дата публикации

TAPERED FLEX PLATE FOR PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20210000618A1
Автор: Albertsson Aron Kristbjorn, Jonsson Orn Ingvi
Принадлежит:

Prosthetic feet that provide improved rollover and performance are provided. A prosthetic foot can include a lower foot member extending from a heel end to a toe end, a second foot member disposed above the lower foot member, and an optional third foot member disposed above the second foot member. The second foot member is tapered such that its thickness decreases toward the proximal end. Optionally, the second foot member can taper toward its distal end as well as toward its proximal end from an intermediate location on the second foot member. The third foot member can be tapered such that its thickness decreases toward the distal end. There can be a gap between a distal end of the third foot member and the second foot member that closes during dorsiflexion of the prosthetic foot during use and provides dynamic stiffness control to the prosthetic foot. 1. (canceled)2. A prosthetic foot comprising:an adapter configured to couple the prosthetic foot to a user's residual limb or another prosthetic component;a first elongate foot member extending from a proximal end to a distal end, a proximal portion of the first elongate foot member coupled to the adapter, wherein the proximal portion of the first elongate foot member is adjacent to a bottom surface of the adapter; anda second elongate foot member extending from a proximal end to a distal end, a proximal portion of the second elongate foot member coupled to the proximal portion of the first elongate foot member and the adapter with the proximal portion of the first elongate foot member located between the bottom surface of the adapter and the proximal portion of the second elongate foot member, wherein the second elongate foot member comprises a taper such that a thickness of the second elongate foot member increases toward the distal end of the second elongate foot member,wherein a gap separates the distal end of the first elongate foot member from the second elongate foot member when the prosthetic foot is at rest ...

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Номер записи: 20
03-01-2019 дата публикации

VARIABLE STIFFNESS PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20190000648A1
Автор: SANDAHL David
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Prosthetic feet that provide for variable and adjustable stiffness are provided. A foot element can include a tongue portion defined or formed by a slot in the foot element that at least partially separates the tongue portion from a remainder of the foot element. The tongue portion can be operably connected to the remainder of the foot member to increase the stiffness of the foot member or operably disconnected from the remainder of the foot member to increase the flexibility of the foot member. The prosthetic foot further includes a mechanism for adjusting whether the tongue portion is operably connected or disconnected from the remainder of the foot member. The mechanism can be selectively actuated to adjust the stiffness of the foot element in dorsiflexion and/or plantarflexion and/or to adjust the degree to which the tongue portion is allowed to flex relative to the remainder of the foot member. 113.-. (canceled)14. A prosthetic foot comprising:an elongate foot element extending from a proximal end to a distal end, the foot element comprising a tongue portion defined by a slot in the foot element that at least partially separates the tongue portion from a remainder of the elongate foot element, the distal end defining a toe end of the prosthetic foot; anda mechanism comprising at least one tab engagement member, wherein the tongue portion is operatively connected to the remainder of the elongate foot element when the tab engagement member is positioned in a first orientation and the tongue portion is operatively disconnected from the remainder of the elongate foot element when the tab engagement member is positioned in a second orientation,wherein, when the tongue portion is operatively connected to the remainder of the elongate foot element, the elongate foot element exhibits relatively greater stiffness, and when the tongue portion is operatively disconnected from the remainder of the elongate foot element, the elongate foot element exhibits relatively lower ...

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Номер записи: 21
02-01-2020 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT WITH REMOVABLE FLEXIBLE MEMBERS

Номер: US20200000611A1
Автор: Andresson Bjarni, Clausen Arinbjorn Viggo, Gunnarsson Ragnar Örn, Langlois David, Lecomte Christophe Guy, Sandhal David, Sveinbjornsdottir Maria Gudrun, SVERRISSON Atli Orn
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A prosthetic foot can include an attachment member, at least one first brace, at least one first flexible member, an unpowered actuator, at least one second brace, and at least one second flexible member. The attachment member can include a connector configured to connect the attachment member to a user or another prosthetic device. The at least one first brace can mount to the attachment member and the at least one first flexible member can connect to the attachment member by the at least one first brace such that a force between the ground and the attachment member can be supported by the at least one first flexible member. The unpowered actuator can mount to the attachment member and the at least one second brace can mounted to the actuator. The at least one second flexible member can connect to the attachment member by the at least one second brace such that a force between the ground and the attachment member can be supported by the at least one second flexible member. 1. (canceled)2. A prosthetic foot comprising:an adapter member comprising a connector configured to connect the adapter member to a user or another prosthetic device;a lower plate extending between a proximal end and a distal end;a support member extending between and interconnecting the proximal end of the lower plate and a proximal portion of the adapter member, the support member pivotally coupled to the proximal end of the lower plate; anda top plate assembly extending between a proximal end and a distal end, the top plate assembly including a split that extends from the proximal end to the distal end to divide the top plate assembly into at least a medial blade and a lateral blade, a distal portion of the adapter member disposed between and pivotally coupled to the medial and lateral blades at the proximal end of the top plate assembly to thereby facilitate a medial-lateral and/or a twist movement of the prosthetic foot during stance when the prosthetic foot is in contact with a support ...

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Номер записи: 22
04-01-2018 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE PROSTHESIS LEG

Номер: US20180000614A1
Автор: SHEN Hsin-Fa
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A prosthetic system includes a prosthetic knee having a controller and a hydraulic unit pivotally connected to the controller. The hydraulic includes a reserve hydraulic cylinder, a brake hydraulic cylinder, and a hydraulic cylinder having a lower hydraulic compartment. A flow system fluidly connects the hydraulic cylinder, the reserve hydraulic cylinder, and the brake cylinder. The flow system has first and second flow paths in communication with the lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder. The first flow path is in communication with lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder via the brake cylinder. The second flow path bypasses the brake hydraulic cylinder. 1. A prosthetic system comprising: a controller; and', a hydraulic cylinder having a lower hydraulic compartment;', 'a reserve hydraulic cylinder;', 'a brake hydraulic cylinder; and', 'a flow system fluidly connecting the hydraulic cylinder, the reserve hydraulic cylinder, and the brake cylinder, the flow system having first and second flow paths in communication with the lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder, the first flow path being in communication with the lower hydraulic compartment and the reserve hydraulic cylinder via the brake hydraulic cylinder, and the second flow path bypassing the brake hydraulic cylinder., 'a hydraulic unit pivotally connected to the controller, the hydraulic unit including], 'a prosthetic knee including2. The prosthetic system of claim 1 , wherein the first flow path is in fluid communication with the lower hydraulic compartment claim 1 , the upper hydraulic compartment claim 1 , the reserve hydraulic cylinder claim 1 , and the brake hydraulic cylinder.3. The prosthetic system of claim 2 , wherein the second flow path is in fluid communication with the lower hydraulic component and the reserve hydraulic cylinder.4. The prosthetic system of claim 1 , further comprising a connecting mechanism pivotally connected ...

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Номер записи: 23
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Wearable robotic device for moving a user

Номер: US20220008226A1
Автор: Andrea Baldoni, Matteo FANTOZZI, Nicola Vitiello, Simona Crea
Принадлежит: Scuola Superiore di Studi Universitari e di Perfezionamento SantAnna

A robotic device (100) for the movement of a user, said robotic device (100) comprising an interface frame (105) arranged to connect the robotic device (100) to a lower limbs or to a prosthesis of lower limbs, said interface frame (105) being integral to an axis x, a lower portion (110) integral to an axis y, a resilient element (140) having a first end (141) connected to the interface frame (105) and a second end (142) connected to the lower portion (110), said resilient element (140) being arranged to deform as a function of an angular variation θ between the axis x and the axis y, a switching device (120) comprising a first element (121), connected to the interface frame (105), and a second element (122), connected to the lower portion (110), said first and second element (121,122) arranged to carry out a relative movement s as a function of the angular variation θ between the axis x and the axis y. In particular, the robotic device (100) is configured in such a way that when the relative movement s is less than a predetermined threshold value s* and the angular variation θ increases, the robotic device (100) is in a first configuration and the resilient element (140) deforms storing elastic energy, said switching device (120) being configured in such a way that in the first configuration the relative movement s can take place only in one direction of motion, and that when the relative movements is equal to the predetermined threshold value s*, the robotic device (100) passes in a second configuration and the resilient element (140) releases elastic energy creating an angular moment Mel arranged to oppose the increasing of the angular variation θ.

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Номер записи: 24
14-01-2016 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC SPORT FEET

Номер: US20160008147A1
Автор: Marlin Dana Stewart
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Various features for improving the performance of prosthetic sport feet are provided. Prosthetic sport feet according to the present disclosure can be designed to improve performance in board sport activities, for example, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding, skateboarding, snowboarding, skiing, and the like. A prosthetic board sports foot can have a wide profile and large area for contacting the board or ground to improve stability. The board sports foot can include a traction sole to reduce slippage on the board. The board sports foot can also include an attachment member for attaching the foot to a user's residual limb or another prosthetic component. The attachment member can include a tendon designed to allow for flexibility over an initial short range of movement. The tendon can be interchangeable, and tendons having various stiffnesses can be provided. 1. A prosthetic foot comprising:an elongate foot member comprising a toe portion having a toe ground contacting portion, a heel portion having a heel ground contacting portion, and a substantially horizontal arch portion between the toe portion and heel portion;wherein a width of the toe portion increases from the arch portion to the toe ground contacting portion and a width of the heel portion increases from the arch portion to the heel ground contacting portion.2. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the toe portion and heel portion are symmetrical in a medial-lateral direction and the toe portion is symmetrical to the heel portion.3. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the toe portion and heel portion have substantially the same length as measured from a center of the arch portion.4. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the toe portion is longer than the heel portion.5. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the toe ground contacting portion and heel ground contacting portion have substantially the same width.6. The prosthetic foot of claim 5 , wherein the toe portion and heel ...

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Номер записи: 25
09-01-2020 дата публикации

Electromagnetic locking element for a joint orthosis or a joint prosthesis

Номер: US20200008960A1
Автор: Arno Mecklenburg
Принадлежит: Ottobock SE and Co KGaA

An electromagnetic locking element for locking a joint orthosis or joint prosthesis such as a knee orthosis or knee prosthesis. The electromagnetic locking element includes a bistable solenoid with at least one coil and at least one permanent magnet, a pin, which can be retracted and extended with the aid of the solenoid for locking the joint, one or several electrical energy stores such as capacitors, and an electrical control system, which, with the aid of semiconductor switches, discharges the energy store or stores via the at least one coil of the solenoid in such a way that the pin is extended.

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Номер записи: 26
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Adapter for prosthetic foot

Номер: US20220031477A1
Автор: Jesse DAY, Vaughn Roy ANDERSON, Vijay MORAMPUDI
Принадлежит: Otto Bock HealthCare LP

A prosthetic device includes an elongate support member of carbon filament material having a first surface, and an adapter. The adapter includes a compressible member, a base portion having a contact surface arranged to contact the first surface of the support member, a cavity sized to receive the compressible member, and a connector portion extending from the base portion and configured to releasably secure the prosthetic foot to a prosthesis, wherein application of a force to the connector portion compresses the compressible member to dampen movement of the base portion relative to the support member until the contact surface contacts the first surface.

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Номер записи: 27
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20180014949A1
Автор: Adler Andreas, BREUNINGER Jannis, Grosskopf Stefan, Kramski Andreas, Schneider Urs, STARKER Felix
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The invention relates to a prosthetic foot with a housing () on which a connector () for a below-knee prosthesis can be arranged, with a forefoot () and a heel (), wherein the housing () and the forefoot () are connected by at least one forefoot spring element (), wherein the forefoot () and the heel () are connected by at least one sole spring element (), and wherein the heel () and the housing () are connected by at least one heel spring element (), wherein the end portions belonging to the at least one forefoot spring element () and to the at least one sole spring element (), and assigned to the forefoot (), are positioned relative to each other with at least one holding mechanism () in such a way that the at least one forefoot spring element () and the at least one sole spring element () are guided movably relative to each other along their longitudinal axis during a rollover movement. 1. A prosthetic foot comprising a housing , on which a connector for a below-knee prosthesis is arrangeable , comprising a forefoot and a heel ,in which the housing and the forefoot are connected by at least one forefoot spring element,in which the forefoot and the heel are connected by at least one sole spring element, andin which the heel and the housing are connected by at least one heel spring element,wherein the end portions of the at least one forefoot spring element and of the at least one sole spring element which are assigned to the forefoot are positioned in relation to one another, by means of at least one holding device, in such a way that the at least one forefoot spring element and the at least one sole spring element are guided displaceably relative to one another along their longitudinal axis during a roll-over movement.2. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein the end portions of the at least one sole spring element and of the at least one heel spring element which are assigned to the heel are positioned firmly in relation to one another by means of at ...

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Номер записи: 28
18-01-2018 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOTIC DEVICES HAVING MAGNETORHEOLOGICAL ELASTOMER SPRING WITH CONTROLLABLE STIFFNESS

Номер: US20180014950A1
Автор: Gudmundsson Ivar, Lecomte Christophe, Thorsteinsson Freygardur
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A prosthetic or orthotic device includes a body configured to support at least a portion of a human limb of a user wearing the prosthetic or orthotic device. The device can also include a shock absorption member coupled to the body. The shock absorption member includes one or more magnetorheological elastomer (MRE) springs disposed between a first portion of the body and a second portion of the body. The one or more MRE springs are selectively actuatable to vary a stiffness of the shock absorption member via the application of a magnetic flux, thereby adjusting a stiffness of the body of the prosthetic or orthotic device to a level corresponding to an activity level of the user. 1. (canceled)2. A prosthetic or orthotic device with movable members , comprising:first and second members configured to support at least a portion of a human limb of a user wearing the prosthetic or orthotic device; and a first component having a first end and a second end, the first component coupled to the first member;', 'a second component having a first end and a second end, the second member coupled to the second member;', 'a first spring coupling the first end of the first component to the first end of the second component and a second spring coupling the second end of the first component to the second end of second component, the first and second springs each comprising a magnetorheological elastomer (MRE) material; and', 'an inductive coil configured to apply a magnetic flux to the first and second springs,', 'wherein the second component is movable relative to the first component,', 'wherein the magnetic flux is configured to actuate the first and second springs to vary a force required to move the second member relative to the first member., 'a shock absorption module comprising3. The prosthetic or orthotic device of claim 2 , wherein the first component comprises a magnetic core.4. The prosthetic or orthotic device of claim 2 , wherein the first component is C-shaped or U-shaped ...

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Номер записи: 29
17-01-2019 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE STIFFNESS PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20190015224A1
Автор: SMITH Justin R.
Принадлежит: Otto Bock HealthCare LP

A foot prosthesis that includes at least one spring element, an attachment member, and a heel member. The at least one spring element has a toe end portion, a heel end portion, an upper surface, and a lower surface. The attachment member is mounted to the upper surface and is configured to connect the foot prosthesis to a lower limb prosthesis component. A position of the attachment member is adjustable along a length of the at least one spring element. The heel member is mounted below the lower surface of the at least one spring element, and a position of the heel member is adjustable along the length of the at least one spring element. 1. A foot prosthesis , comprising: a top spring element;', 'a bottom spring element positioned vertically below the top spring element;', 'a heel end portion;', 'a toe end portion;', 'an adjustable stiffening member mounted to at least one of the top and bottom spring elements, the adjustable stiffening member being movable along a length of the spring assembly to adjust a point of contact between the top and bottom spring elements, a location of the point of contact determining a stiffness property of at least one of the top and bottom spring elements., 'a spring assembly, comprising2. The foot prosthesis of claim 1 , further comprising a heel spring member mounted to the bottom spring element and extending to a heel end of the foot prosthesis.3. The foot prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the top and bottom spring elements defines the toe end portion and extends to a toe end of the foot prosthesis.4. The foot prosthesis of claim 1 , further comprising a spacer positioned between the first and second spring elements at the heel end portion.5. The foot prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the adjustable stiffening member is positioned between the top and bottom spring elements and defines the point of contact.6. The foot prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein the adjustable stiffening member is mounted to the top ...

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Номер записи: 30
21-01-2021 дата публикации

FRICTIONLESS VERTICAL SUSPENSION MECHANISM FOR PROSTHETIC FEET

Номер: US20210015636A1
Автор: Lecomte Christophe, Nijman Jeroen, Skulason Benedikt
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A vertical suspension system for a prosthetic foot includes a first member operatively coupleable to an amputee's residual leg. The suspension system can also include a second member coupleable to a prosthetic foot. One or more upper leaf springs and one or more lower leaf springs extend between and are attached to the first and second members such that at least one of the ends of each leaf spring is rotationally fixed to the first or second members, where the upper an lower leaf springs are spaced apart from each other. 1. (canceled)2. A suspension system , comprising:a first member extending along a vertical axis of the system, the first member including an upper coupling location and a lower coupling location;a second member including an upper coupling location and a lower coupling location, the second member being spaced from the first member, wherein when the suspension system is unloaded, the second member is generally parallel to the first member; ["the first end portion of the at least one upper leaf spring is pivotally coupled to the first member's upper coupling location, and", "the second end portion of the at least one upper leaf spring is fixedly coupled to the second member's upper coupling location so that the at least one upper leaf spring is rotationally fixed to the second member; and"], 'at least one upper leaf spring having a first end portion and a second end portion that are located on opposite ends of the at least one upper leaf spring, wherein ["the first end portion of the at least one lower leaf spring is pivotally coupled to the first member's lower coupling location, and", "the second end portion of the at least one lower leaf spring is fixedly coupled to the second member's lower coupling location so that the lower leaf spring is rotationally fixed to the second member,"], 'at least one lower leaf spring having a first end portion and a second end portion that are located on opposite ends of the at least one lower leaf spring, ...

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Номер записи: 31
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Assistance Device and Control Method Therefor

Номер: US20210015637A1
Автор: SUN Xiaojun
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An assistance device is described to assist a joint motion of a lower limb. The assistance device includes a driving part, an elastic part, and a crank mechanism. The driving part includes a motor and a transmission mechanism to change a speed of the motor and converts a rotational motion of the motor into a linear motion. The elastic part includes at least: a series spring provided in series between the transmission mechanism and the crank mechanism, a first parallel spring provided between the driving part and the ankle part, and a second parallel spring provided between the ankle part and the foot part. The crank mechanism is provided between the driving part and the foot part and converts the linear motion to a rotational motion while changing a deceleration coefficient according to an ankle angle. 1. An assistance device to assist a joint motion of a lower limb , comprising:a driving part which comprises a motor and a transmission mechanism to change a speed of the motor, and converts a rotational motion of the motor into a linear motion;an elastic part which alleviates an impact from an object through a foot part and accumulates an impact force or self-gravity by compression, and releases an accumulated energy by stretching to apply an energizing force for motion assistance; anda crank mechanism which is provided between the driving part and the foot part, and converts the linear motion to a rotational motion while changing a deceleration coefficient according to an ankle angle.2. The assistance device according to claim 1 , further comprising a control part which adjusts torque of the motor by estimating a moving situation of a user within a walking cycle and controlling the driving part according to an estimated moving situation.3. The assistance device according to claim 2 , further comprising a sensor which detects a relationship between the assistance device and the object and outputs a signal claim 2 ,wherein the control part analyzes the signal from the ...

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Номер записи: 32
21-01-2021 дата публикации

SUSPENDED SLEEVE ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A COMPRESSION SLEEVE AND A SUSPENSION STAND

Номер: US20210015642A1
Автор: Joseph Mark
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A suspended sleeve assembly includes a suspension stand and a compression sleeve. An upper portion of the compression sleeve is attached onto the suspension stand, but a lower portion of the compression sleeve is unattached from the suspension stand. The suspended sleeve assembly can also include a support stand. The suspended sleeve assembly can be used to shape a prosthetic socket. The compression sleeve applies a circumferential pressure onto the prosthetic socket as the prosthetic socket is being inserted into the compression sleeve as a patient steps into the compression sleeve and applies at least a portion of body weight to the compression sleeve. The prosthetic socket can be heated and shaped by hand, so that it fits the residual limb of the patient. The suspended sleeve assembly can also be used to shape other prosthetic components, such as a negative plaster cast. 1. A suspended sleeve assembly comprising:a suspension stand; anda compression sleeve comprising an upper portion attachable to the suspension stand and comprising a lower portion that is unattached from the suspension stand, wherein the compression sleeve is configured to enclose at least a portion of a prosthetic socket to allow the prosthetic socket to be shaped based on a shape of a residual limb of a patient wearing the prosthetic socket.2. The suspended sleeve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the compression sleeve comprises a first circumferential frame located at the upper portion of the compression sleeve claim 1 , the first circumferential frame configured to attach the compression sleeve onto the suspension stand.3. The suspended sleeve assembly of claim 2 , wherein the compression sleeve further comprises a second circumferential frame located at the lower portion of the compression sleeve claim 2 , the second circumferential frame configured to secure the prosthetic socket in the compression sleeve.4. The suspended sleeve assembly of claim 1 , wherein the compression sleeve further ...

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Номер записи: 33
15-01-2015 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR CONTROLLING AN ARTIFICIAL ORTHOTIC OR PROSTHETIC JOINT

Номер: US20150018971A1
Автор: KALTENBORN Sven, KAMPAS Philipp, PAWLIK Roland, Seyr Martin
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS GMBH

The invention relates to a device and method for controlling an artificial orthotic or prosthetic joint of a lower extremity, comprising a resistance unit with which at least one actuator is associated, via which the bending and/or stretching resistance is varied depending on sensor data. During the use of the joint, status information is provided via sensors. According to the invention, the resistance is increased in the standing phase or while standing from a starting value depending on the ground reaction force up to a locking point of the joint. 1. A method for controlling an orthotic or prosthetic joint of a lower extremity with a resistance device , which is assigned at least one actuator , the method comprising:adjusting at least one of a bending and stretching resistance with the at least one actuator in dependence on sensor data pertaining to a state of the joint being provided by way of sensors during use of the joint;increasing the resistance during a standing phase or when standing from an initial value up until a locking of the joint in dependence on a measured ground reaction force;after the resistance is increased, reducing the resistance to the initial value in dependence on at least one of a distance of a ground reaction force from a reference point on a connection part on the joint and a changing of the distance.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the resistance is increased continuously during the standing phase when there is increasing loading.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the resistance is increased when a threshold value is reached or exceeded.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the resistance is increased in dependence on least one of a joint angle and inertial angle of the connection part of the joint.5. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the resistance is increased or locked in dependence on the distance of the ground reaction force from a reference point on the connection part of the joint or in ...

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Номер записи: 34
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Feet Extensions

Номер: US20150018973A1
Автор: Rana Prince Rattan
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Feet Extensions are improved version of custom height shoes for leg syndrome. Leg length discrepancy & Short stature. Feet Extensions are worn over the feet to add height in short leg. Unlike traditional shoes, feet extensions can be worn in shower, bathtub, and swimming pool. User can sleep in bed with feet extensions on their feet. Feet Extensions are made of silicone rubber in skin tone. Feet Extensions look more natural shape matching user feet. 1A device worn over the feet to add height in short leg/legsA device worn over the feet to add height in short leg or both legs comprising: one piece flexible silicone/rubber hollow inside; thick at the bottom; Generally human feet shaped with five open holes in front hollow inside; hole at top for feet to slide in; in human skin color tone; raised circular set of lines (2 small in front bottom part and 1 big bottom at heel) for traction for wet locations.In means for adding height to feet in wet locations such shower, bathtubs, swimming pools. OrIn means for adding additional height to for short leg syndrome, leg length discrepancy & short stature in humans. Feet Extensions This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application No. 13851916, filed 27 Mar. 2013Not ApplicableMy wife has one leg that is shorter than the other leg (cerebral palsy). And although there are shoes that are different heights, it is not recommended to wear them 27/7. For example it is difficult to wear them each time she gets up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, in the shower/bath, swimming pools, etc.Feet Extensions are made of silicone and look like feet. This gives the opportunity to add a few inches under the feet. The design has open toes and are open at the top of the natural foot to help circulate air. The silicone is soft material and will help to absorb the shock when walking. This will decrease damage to the leg joints.Feet Extensions can be worn at all times without the need to take them off for shower/bath or ...

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Номер записи: 35
15-01-2015 дата публикации

MOVEMENT SUPPORT APPARATUS

Номер: US20150018975A1
Автор: Endo Ken
Принадлежит: SONY CORPORATION

There is provided a movement support apparatus including a lower limb coupling portion configured to be coupled to a lower limb, an elastic member, a ground contact unit configured to include a ground contact plate coming into contact with a surface and a transmission portion transmitting force generated by the elastic member, and an ankle portion configured to be installed between the lower limb coupling portion and the ground contact unit. The ground contact unit is installed to be displaceable between a position at which the transmission portion comes into contact with the ankle portion and a position at which the transmission portion is uncoupled from the ankle portion. 1. A movement support apparatus comprising:a lower limb coupling portion configured to be coupled to a lower limb;an elastic member;a ground contact unit configured to include a ground contact plate coming into contact with a surface and a transmission portion transmitting force generated by the elastic member; andan ankle portion configured to be installed between the lower limb coupling portion and the ground contact unit,wherein the ground contact unit is installed to be displaceable between a position at which the transmission portion comes into contact with the ankle portion and a position at which the transmission portion is uncoupled from the ankle portion.2. The movement support apparatus according to claim 1 ,wherein the ground contact unit performs the displacement around a coupling point, andwherein the ground contact plate and the transmission portion are installed on a same side with respect to the coupling point.3. The movement support apparatus according to claim 2 ,wherein the ground contact plate is a toe tip ground contact plate coming into contact with the surface on a front side in a movement direction, and 'a heel-side ground contact plate configured to come into contact with the surface on a rear side in the movement direction.', 'wherein the movement support apparatus ...

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Номер записи: 36
15-01-2015 дата публикации

Prosthetic foot with modular construction

Номер: US20150018976A1
Автор: Leslie D. Kramer, William Stanley PATTERSON
Принадлежит: TAI LORE MADE LLC

A prosthetic foot includes a heel member having a heel member shaft extending upwardly from a heel end thereof and a forefoot member having a forefoot member shaft extending upwardly from a toe end thereof. An ankle member receives the heel member shaft and forefoot member shaft so as to allow the heel member shaft and forefoot member shaft to translate in a direction of a wearer's leg in response to an upward force thereon. At least one compressible member is coupled to the ankle member and is in compressible contact with the heel member shaft and/or forefoot member shaft so as to compress in response to the translation thereof.

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Номер записи: 37
26-01-2017 дата публикации

FRAME MODULE AND MOTION ASSISTANCE APPARATUS INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20170020692A1
Автор: CHOI Byungjune, CHOI Hyun Do, KIM Jeonghun, KIM Yong-Jae, Lee Jongwon, LEE Minhyung, LEE Youn Baek, ROH Se-gon
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A frame module includes a frame configured to enclose a portion of a user, and at least one reinforcement belt of which both end portions are connected to both sides of the frame, thereby restricting a splaying level of the frame in a predetermined direction. 1. A frame module comprising:a frame configured to enclose a portion of a user; andat least one reinforcement belt having end portions connected to a respective side of the frame such that the at least one reinforcement belt is configured to restrict a splaying level of the frame in a direction.2. The frame module of claim 1 , wherein the reinforcement belt is configured to have an adjustable length.3. The frame module of claim 2 , wherein the at least one reinforcement belt comprises:a first sub-belt having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the first sub-belt connected to a first side of the frame; anda second sub-belt having a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the second sub-belt connected to a second side of the frame and the second end portion of the second sub-belt configured to detachably connect to the second end portion of the first sub-belt.4. The frame module of claim 3 , wherein the first end portion of at least one of the first sub-belt and the second sub-belt is rotatably connected to the frame.5. The frame module of claim 1 , wherein the end portions of the at least one reinforcement belt are connected to inner surfaces of the frame such that the at least one reinforcement belt is configured to support the user in a state in which the user is spaced apart from the frame.6. The frame module of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the end portions of the reinforcement belt is rotatably connected to the frame.7. The frame module of claim 1 , wherein the at least one reinforcement belt includes a plurality of reinforcement belts connected to a single hinge axis associated with the frame.8. The frame module of claim 1 , wherein the at ...

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Номер записи: 38
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Vacuum prosthesis with force sensing member

Номер: US20170020694A1
Автор: Michael E. Tompkins
Принадлежит: Hanger Inc

A prosthetic device includes a socket assembly defining a cavity and configured to receive a portion of a residual limb of a user within the cavity, a force sensing member configured to detect forces applied to the residual limb at a plurality of locations about the portion of the residual limb and generate signals based on the detected force, a vacuum system in fluid communication with the socket and configured to control an amount of vacuum applied to the cavity, and a controller coupled to the force sensing member and the vacuum system. The controller is configured to receive the signals from the force sensing member and control operation of the vacuum system during use of the prosthetic device by the user based at least in part on the signals received from the force sensing member.

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Номер записи: 39
10-02-2022 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20220039971A1
Автор: Colvin James M., Ficanha Evandro M., Wernke Matthew M.
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A prosthetic foot that includes a foot plate having a toe portion and a heel portion, a shank plate bonded to the foot plate along a seam that extends from the toe portion rearward toward the heel portion to terminate at an end, the shank plate separated from the foot plate forming a gap between the foot plate and shank plate extending rearward from the end of the seam; and an attachment structure attaching the foot plate to the shank plate, wherein the attachment structure includes fibers extending continuously through the shank plate, the gap, and the foot plate. In embodiments, the foot plate and shank plate are made of composite material and the attachment structure alternately extends through the seam and through a flexible material between the shank plate and the foot plate. 1. A prosthetic foot , comprising:a foot plate having a toe portion and a heel portion;a shank plate bonded to the foot plate along a seam that extends from the toe portion rearward toward the heel portion to terminate at an end, the shank plate separated from the foot plate forming a gap between the foot plate and shank plate extending rearward from the end of the seam; andan attachment structure attaching the foot plate to the shank plate, wherein the attachment structure includes fibers extending through the shank plate, the gap, and the foot plate.2. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the end of the seam is transversely aligned along a length of the prosthetic foot with the attachment structure such that the fibers also extend through the seam.3. The prosthetic foot of claim 2 , wherein the attachment structure includes a central shaft that has a forwardmost leading edge toward the toe portion claim 2 , a rearmost trailing edge toward the heel portion claim 2 , and extends through the shank plate claim 2 , the gap claim 2 , the seam claim 2 , and the foot plate; a flared top portion that overlies a top surface of the shank plate; and a flared bottom portion that overlies a bottom ...

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Номер записи: 40
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Method And System For Designing A Biomechanical Interface Contacting A Biological Body Segment

Номер: US20190021880A1
Автор: Herr Hugh M., Moerman Kevin Mattheus, Sengeh David Moinina
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A method and associated system for designing a biomechanical interface of a device contacting a biological body segment of a subject includes forming a quantitative model of the biological body segment from subject specific data, conducting a biophysical analysis, such as a finite element analysis, to thereby establish a relationship, such as a functional relationship, between the quantitative model and at least one feature of the biomechanical interface contacting the biological body segment, and applying the relationship to the at least one feature of the biomechanical interface contacting the biological body segment to thereby obtain an interface design for the mechanical interface of the device. The subject-specific data can include geometry of the biological body segment and the at least one feature can be associated with physiological benefit of the biological body segment. 1. A method for designing a biomechanical interface of a device contacting a biological body segment of a subject , comprising the steps of:a) forming a quantitative model of the biological body segment from subject-specific data, the subject-specific data including geometry of the biological body segment;b) conducting a biophysical analysis to thereby establish a relationship between the quantitative model and at least one feature of a biomechanical interface contacting the biological body segment, the at least one feature being associated with physiological benefit of the biological body segment;c) applying the relationship to the at least one feature of the biomechanical interface contacting the biological body segment to thereby obtain an interface design for the biomechanical interface of the device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the biophysical analysis includes at least one member selected from the group of numerical methods consisting of finite element analysis claim 1 , finite difference methods claim 1 , finite volume methods claim 1 , isogeometric analysis claim 1 , boundary ...

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Номер записи: 41
24-01-2019 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC ANKLE JOINT MECHANISM

Номер: US20190021882A1
Автор: Abimosleh Fadi, Harris Graham, Lang Stephen Terry, Moser David, Sykes Andrew John, Zahedi Mir Saeed
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A self-aligning prosthetic foot and ankle assembly has an ankle unit pivotally mounting a foot component. The ankle unit contains a hydraulic piston and cylinder assembly having a piston which is linearly movable within a cylinder. The axis of the cylinder is coincident with a shin axis defined by a shin connection interface on the ankle unit. Bypass passages containing damping resistance control valves provide continuous hydraulic damping of dorsi and plantar ankle flexion, the unit being such that, over the major part of the range of damped movement, there is no resilient biasing in either the dorsi or the plantar direction. This confers a number of advantages, including stabilisation of standing, balance control, and improved stair-walking and ramp-walking. 137.-. (canceled)38. A prosthetic foot and ankle assembly comprising a combination of:a foot component, andan ankle joint mounted to the foot component and having a fixed range of dorsi-plantar flexion during walking, wherein a lower end of the ankle joint is pivotally mounted to the foot component at a pivotal connection about which the fixed range of dorsi-plantar flexion occurs, the ankle joint comprising a joint mechanism providing resistance to ankle flexion, wherein the joint mechanism comprises a hydraulic damper providing hydraulic damping and having a pair of variable-volume chambers and a valve arrangement controlling the flow of hydraulic fluid between the chambers, the valve arrangement comprising a first, locking valve having a first orifice and arranged to operate in a locked mode and in a yielding mode,wherein in the locked mode the first orifice is closed and the locking valve prevents flexion of the ankle joint and in the yielding mode the first orifice is open and allows flexion of the ankle joint.39. A prosthetic foot and ankle assembly as claimed in claim 38 , wherein the locking valve comprises a retaining mechanism for maintaining the locking valve in one or both of the locked and ...

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Номер записи: 42
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Prosthetic or Robot Part

Номер: US20140107805A1
Автор: Edward William VARLEY
Принадлежит: RSL STEEPER GROUP Ltd

A prosthetic or robot part, comprising a base, a proximal and a distal. The proximal is mounted on the base so as to be rotatable thereabout in a given sense. The distal is mounted on the proximal so as to be rotatable thereabout in the same sense to effect a gripping action of the prosthetic or robot part. The proximal and the distal are rotatable in the opposite sense to release the grip. One part of a drive of the part is pivoted to the base about a base pivot axis. Another part of the drive is pivoted to the distal about a distal pivot axis. The distal is also pivoted to the proximal about the said distal pivot axis. Thus the proximal, the distal and the said another part of the drive are all pivotable relative to one another about the said distal pivot axis.

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Номер записи: 43
17-04-2014 дата публикации

Prosthetic foot with modular construction

Номер: US20140107807A1
Автор: Leslie D. Kramer, William Stanley PATTERSON
Принадлежит: TAI LORE MADE LLC

A prosthetic foot includes a heel member having a heel member shaft extending upwardly from a heel end thereof and a forefoot member having a forefoot member shaft extending upwardly from a toe end thereof. An ankle member receives the heel member shaft and forefoot member shaft so as to allow the heel member shaft and forefoot member shaft to translate in a direction of a wearer's leg in response to an upward force thereon. At least one compressible member is coupled to the ankle member and is in compressible contact with the heel member shaft and/or forefoot member shaft so as to compress in response to the translation thereof.

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Номер записи: 44
22-01-2015 дата публикации

NEUROMORPHIC CONTROLLED POWERED ORTHOTIC AND PROSTHETIC SYSTEM

Номер: US20150025653A1
Автор: JUNG Ranu, Jung Shah Vikram, Srimattirumalaparle Brundavani
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A neuromorphic controlled powered orthotic and prosthetic system and device including a custom or universal fit fixed-ankle orthosis, to stabilize or immobilize an injured lower limb or act as an ankle prosthesis, and an actuated or powered articulated false-foot connected to the fixed-ankle orthosis or the prosthesis to form an actuated articulated false-foot orthosis. Associated with or mounted on the actuated articulated false-foot, or in or on the body, are sensors for sensing the intent of the subject to move, and the movement range of the articulating false-foot or AAFO and an environmental perturbation. An actuator is used to drive the articulated false-foot orthosis. The system and device further include a controller having an electronic circuit with a biomimetic design based on knowledge of connectivity of neurons within the spinal cord of a primitive vertebrate. The system and device include an electronic circuit made from analog very large scale integrated components and discrete electronic components capable of autonomously generating cyclic voltage output. An integral power supply serves the portable controller and AAFO. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. A system for generating a neuromorphic signal pattern for use as a control signal in a biological system , comprising ,a controller having an electronic circuit with a biomimetic design which generates an autonomous signal; anda sensor for detecting changes in the biological system, and providing the changes detected to the controller for adjusting the signal pattern output of the system to match the sensed changes.10. (canceled)11. A powered device for assisting a user with walking , comprising:a controller for controlling movement of the device;an actuated articulated false-foot connected to an injured lower limb to form an actuated articulated false-foot prosthesis;an actuator for driving the articulated false-foot prosthesis; ...

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Номер записи: 45
22-01-2015 дата публикации

LOW PROFILE PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20150025654A1
Автор: Clausen Arinbjorn Viggo, Jonsson Orn Ingvi, Lecomte Christophe Guy, Ragnarsdottir Heidrun Gigja
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A low profile prosthetic foot comprises a foot member extending at an incline from an anterior portion to a posterior portion thereof and configured to flex during motion, and an adapter mounted solely at a posterior section thereof to the posterior portion of the foot member so that the adapter's anterior section can move relative to the foot member and “roll-up” onto the foot member during motion. 19-. (canceled)10. A low profile prosthetic foot comprising:a foot support comprising a monolithic plate-like foot member comprising carbon filament and extending between a front end and a rear end thereof and having an anterior portion and a posterior portion, the foot support inclined downwardly from a rearmost edge toward the front end at a constant angle relative to a support surface; andan adapter having a pyramid connector extending along an axis, the adapter mounted to the posterior portion of the foot support via one or more fasteners at a location solely rearward of the pyramid axis such that the adapter extends solely above the foot support, the adapter having an anterior section, a posterior section, and a planar base inclined downwardly at said constant angle from a rear end of the adapter toward a front end of the adapter relative to a plane normal to an axis of symmetry extending longitudinally through a center of the pyramid connector, wherein at least a portion of the base contacts the posterior portion of the foot support, and wherein the adapter defines a gap formed by and between a bottom surface of the anterior section of the adapter and the foot support, wherein the gap extends to a location beneath the pyramid connector, and wherein the anterior section is configured to move relative to the foot support.11. The prosthetic foot of claim 10 , further comprising a heel support operatively connected to the foot support.12. The prosthetic foot of claim 11 , wherein the heel support is directly connected to the foot support.13. The prosthetic foot of ...

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Номер записи: 46
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Prosthetic joint with cam locking mechanism

Номер: US20200022822A1
Автор: Dana Stewart Marlin, David Sandahl
Принадлежит: Ossur Iceland ehf

A prosthetic joint can include a first attachment member and a second attachment member coupled to the first attachment member. The second attachment member can include a cylindrical chamber. The prosthetic joint can include a fixation system disposed within the cylindrical chamber comprising at least one cam. The prosthetic joint can have an unlocked configuration, wherein in the unlocked configuration the first attachment member and the second attachment member can rotate relative to each other. The prosthetic joint can have a locked configuration, wherein in the locked configuration the first attachment member is substantially prevented from rotating relative to the second attachment member.

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Номер записи: 47
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Adjustable socket system

Номер: US20200022826A1
Автор: Andrew BACHE
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

An adjustable prosthetic socket includes proximal and distal ends and an axis extending between the proximal and distal ends. A distal base is adapted to support a distal portion of a residual limb and is located at the distal end of the socket. First and second spines extend upward from the distal base that define at least part of a circumference of the socket about the axis. A proximal support is connected to the second spine and arranged to distribute pressure from the second spine over a portion of the residual limb. A tensioning system is operatively connected to the first and second spines and arranged to selectively adjust the circumference of the socket. The tensioning system includes a dial tensioner connected to the first spine.

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Номер записи: 48
02-02-2017 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20170027716A1
Автор: FRIESEN Jeff, Oborn Kelli D., SMITH Justin R., WILLIAMS Nathan A.
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE GMBH

A prosthetic foot is provided with a forefoot spring, a heel spring and a base spring. The base spring is connected to the heel spring and to the forefoot spring. The base spring has receiving means for the forefoot spring and the heel spring, into which receiving means the heel spring and the forefoot spring can be inserted. The heel spring is connected to the forefoot spring via a coupling element, and the coupling element extends forwards along the forefoot spring at least via one portion thereof. 173-. (canceled)74. A prosthetic foot comprising:a forefoot spring,a heel spring, anda base spring, the base spring being connected to the heel spring and to the forefoot spring, wherein the heel spring is connected to the forefoot spring via a coupling element and the coupling element extends forwards along the forefoot spring at least via one portion, wherein the coupling element is a spring.75. The prosthetic foot according to claim 74 , wherein the coupling element claim 74 , at least in the unloaded state claim 74 , extends forwards along part of the forefoot spring and parallel to the forefoot spring.76. The prosthetic foot according to claim 75 , wherein the coupling element has an upwardly directed portion and a forwardly directed portion.77. The prosthetic foot according to claim 76 , wherein the upwardly directed portion of the coupling element is oriented substantially vertically.78. The prosthetic foot according to claim 74 , wherein the heel spring is secured on a front area of the coupling element.79. The prosthetic foot according to claim 74 , further comprising friction material between the forefoot spring and the coupling element claim 74 , the friction material serving to reduce noise.80. The prosthetic foot according to claim 74 , wherein the heel spring is curved and claim 74 , from its rear end claim 74 , extends forwards and upwards and has a curvature such that the front end area is oriented horizontally or at a downward incline.81. The prosthetic ...

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Номер записи: 49
02-02-2017 дата публикации

ALIGNABLE COUPLING ASSEMBLY FOR CONNECTING TWO PROSTHETIC LIMB COMPONENTS

Номер: US20170027718A1
Автор: Hurley Garrett Ray, Williams Jesse Robert
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An alignable coupling assembly embodiment for coupling distal and proximal prosthetic components includes a pair of parallel circular plates rotatably disposed in the circular receptacle of a support plate. The circular plates are configured such that they can be unpressed or a pressed. The unpressed condition allows rotation of the paired plates and the pressed condition prevents such rotation by way of a first friction lock. The paired circular plates further have a rectangular slot into which a longitudinal connector is slidably disposed, and which is subject to a second friction lock that prevents sliding when the connector is pulled distally. Rotational movement of the plates and sliding movement of the connector in the slot cooperate to allow its positioning at any point within an anterior-posterior/lateral medial grid centered on the longitudinal axis of the proximal prosthetic component. A distal pull on the longitudinal connector engages both first and second friction locks. 1. A method of aligning a distal prosthetic component with a proximal prosthetic component , the method comprising:coupling the distal prosthetic component and the proximal prosthetic component together, wherein the proximal prosthetic component comprises a distally directed alignable coupling assembly configured to couple to the distal prosthetic component, and wherein the alignable coupling assembly comprises:a coupling assembly base comprising a pair of circular plates and a support plate, the support plate comprising a circular receptacle in which the pair of circular plates is rotatably supported; anda longitudinal connector supported by the pair of circular plates, the longitudinal connector comprising a distal end with a distally-directed coupling feature for the distal prosthetic component; androtating the pair of circular plates within the support plate to position the longitudinal connector at a desired position within a medial-lateral/anterior-posterior circular grid centered ...

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Номер записи: 50
04-02-2016 дата публикации

Actuator Control System and Related Methods

Номер: US20160030202A1
Автор: Nishikawa Kiisa, Petak Jeremy, Tester John
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An actuator control system includes a motorized joint having first and second members rotatable relative to one another. An actuator is coupled with the motorized joint and is configured to rotate the first member relative to the second member in response to an input including a voltage, a current, or any combination thereof. A controller is coupled with the actuator and is configured to control the input using a control algorithm. The control algorithm controls the input based upon a mathematical model of biological muscle actuation that models titin as a filament which winds around actin during muscle actuation. In implementations the mathematical model includes mathematical representations of a contractile element, a viscous damping element in parallel with the contractile element, and a spring in series with the contractile element through a pulley and simultaneously in parallel with the contractile element. 1. An actuator control system , comprising:a motorized joint comprising a first member and a second member rotatable relative to the first member;an actuator coupled with the motorized joint and configured to rotate the first member relative to the second member in response to an input comprising one of a voltage, a current, and any combination thereof, and;a controller coupled with the actuator and configured to control the input using a control algorithm;wherein the control algorithm controls the input based upon a mathematical model of biological muscle actuation that models titin as a filament which winds around actin during muscle actuation.2. The actuator control system of claim 1 , wherein the mathematical model models an N2A region of titin binding to actin during muscle actuation.3. The actuator control system of claim 1 , wherein the mathematical model comprises mathematical representations of a contractile element claim 1 , a viscous damping element in parallel with the contractile element claim 1 , and a spring in series with the contractile ...

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Номер записи: 51
04-02-2016 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC SUSPENSION MOUNTING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20160030204A1
Автор: Mantelmacher H Lee
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A prosthetic suspension-mounting system which employs an improved flathead bolt and socket centering block combination for securement of an amputee-limb enveloping liner within a prosthesis. The liner has a strap fixedly attached on the bottom end of the liner by a flathead bolt. The mounting system also includes a containment socket for seating the liner in the prosthesis using the head of the flathead bolt as a bearing surface against a floor of the socket. The containment socket has a slot there through at a position corresponding to the strap of the liner. The socket is provided with a disk-shaped recess having a flat floor, and the liner is provided with a distal flathead bolt having a flat head to provide a direct bearing surface against the floor of the socket. This provides a delimited bearing surface to keep the liner substantially centered within the prosthesis while still affording a lateral degree of freedom to avoid concentration of lateral forces. 1. An anchoring system for securing a prosthetic liner inside a socket , comprising:a centering cup seated in said socket for seating said liner thereon, said centering cup comprising a disk formed with a concave top rim encircling a circular recess, said circular recess having a flat recessed floor, and a sidelong groove passing through said centering cup into said circular recess; anda flathead bolt inserted into a distal end of said liner and adapted to bear against the flat floor of said recess.2. The anchoring system of claim 1 , wherein said liner comprises a lower attachment strap attached at a lower distal end.3. The anchoring system of claim 2 , wherein said centering cup is a plastic member.4. The anchoring system of claim 2 , wherein said liner comprises an upper attachment strap attached above said lower attachment strap.5. The anchoring system of claim 4 , wherein said upper attachment strap is attached to said liner by a grommet-post.6. The anchoring system of claim 5 , wherein said grommet-post ...

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Номер записи: 52
29-01-2015 дата публикации

MULTI-ARTICULATED LINK KNEE JOINT

Номер: US20150032228A1
Автор: Nakaya Yoshiaki, OKUDA Masahiko, Shirata Takuya
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A multi-articulated link knee joint capable of detecting a bending angle of a knee section without causing problems of an installation space and wiring of a sensor is provided. A four-link knee joint includes a knee section of a four-link mechanism, a fluid cylinder that restrains an action of the knee section, a position detecting device that detects a position of a piston rod with respect to a cylinder tube as an extension and contraction amount of the cylinder, and a computer that acquires a bending angle of the knee section by converting the position detected by the position detecting device. 15-. (canceled)6. A multi-articulated link knee joint , comprising:a knee section of a multi-articulated link mechanism;a cylinder that restrains or assists an action of the knee section;extension and contraction amount detecting unit that detects an extension and contraction amount of the cylinder; andangle acquiring unit that acquires a bending angle of the knee section by converting the extension and contraction amount that is detected by the extension and contraction amount detecting unit,wherein the extension and contraction amount detecting unit includes a magnet and a magnetic sensor that detects a position of the magnet,a piston rod of the cylinder is formed of a non-magnetic material, and has a space that accommodates the magnet, in an inside thereof,the magnet is accommodated in the space of the piston rod of the cylinder, and extends in an extending direction of the piston rod to be longer than a stroke of the cylinder corresponding to an action range of the knee section, and a magnetizing direction is the extending direction of the piston rod,a length of the magnet is a length in a range in which at least linearity of the extension and contraction amount detecting unit is recognized, in the stroke of the cylinder,the magnetic sensor is fixed to a cylinder tube of the cylinder, and detects a position of the magnet according to a magnitude of a magnetic field that ...

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Номер записи: 53
17-02-2022 дата публикации

A MECHANICAL HAND

Номер: US20220048200A1
Автор: ALLY Zayd Hamid, TAYLOR Simon David, VARLEY Edward William, WALLACE Martin
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The present application describes a prosthetic or robot part (), comprising at least one phalange member () pivotally coupled to a base () at a pivot axis; and a drive assembly to selectively move the phalange member about the pivot axis along a flexion/extension plane between an open position and a closed position, said drive assembly comprising a drive element () coupled to an actuator () and a driven element () coupled to the phalange member; wherein the driven element () is decouplable from the drive element () when the phalange member is caused to move in a first rotational direction about the pivot axis by an external force. 125-. (canceled)26. A prosthetic or robot part , comprising:at least one phalange member pivotally coupled to a base at a pivot axis; anda drive assembly to selectively move the phalange member about the pivot axis along a flexion/extension plane between an open position and a closed position, said drive assembly comprising a drive element coupled to an actuator and a driven element coupled to the phalange member;wherein the driven element is decouplable from the drive element when the phalange member is caused to move in a first rotational direction about the pivot axis by an external force.27. The part according to claim 26 , wherein the first rotational direction is towards the closed position.28. The part according to claim 27 , wherein the drive assembly is configured such that the drive element drives the driven element in a first translational direction to thereby move the phalange member in the first rotational direction.29. The part according to claim 27 , wherein the drive assembly is configured such that the driven element is urged to follow the drive element when moved in a second translational direction opposed to the first translational direction to thereby move the phalange member in a second rotational direction opposed to the first rotational direction.30. The part according to claim 29 , wherein the second rotational ...

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Номер записи: 54
30-01-2020 дата публикации

ARTICULATED ORTHOPAEDIC FOOT WITH SHOCK ABSORPTION, WHICH PREVENTS THE IMPACT PRODUCED IN EACH FOOT-LOADING CYCLE WHEN WALKING OR RUNNING, PROVIDING NATURAL MOVEMENT AND STABILITY FOR THE USER

Номер: US20200030121A1
Автор: DAVILA CARRASCO Oswaldo David, MORA MORALES Miguel Heli, SILVA FALCON Amweica
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The present invention is an articulated orthopaedic foot () with shock absorption, which prevents the impact produced in each foot-loading cycle when walking or running, providing natural movement and stability for the user, the foot being adaptable to irregular surfaces and comprising: a central pin () pivotably joined to a pair of metatarsal plates (); an instep subsystem () solidly joined to the pair of metatarsal plates () by securing means; an ankle subsystem () pivotably joined to the central pin (), metatarsal shock-absorbing means () being positioned between the ankle subsystem () and the instep subsystem (); a calcaneus support () pivotably joined to the central pin (), calcaneus shock-absorbing means () being positioned between the calcaneus support () and the ankle subsystem (), to absorb impact when the user uses the articulated orthopaedic foot (); and coupling means () positioned in the upper part of the ankle subsystem (), for joining a tibia prosthesis to the articulated orthopaedic foot (). 1100. An articulated orthopedic foot () with impact absorption , which minimizes the impact that occurs in each weight load cycle of the foot when walking or running , delivering a natural movement and stability for a user , which is adaptable to irregular surfaces , CHARACTERIZED by comprising:{'b': 1', '2, 'a central pin (), which is pivotally attached to a pair of metatarsal plates ();'}{'b': 101', '2, 'an instep subsystem (), which is integrally attached to the pair of metatarsal plates () through fastening means;'}{'b': 102', '1', '40', '102', '101, 'an ankle subsystem (), which is pivotally attached to the central pin (), wherein a metatarsal damping elements () is located between the ankle subsystem () and the instep subsystem ();'}{'b': 13', '1', '41', '13', '102', '100, 'a calcaneal support (), which is pivotally attached to the central pin (), wherein calcaneal damping elements () are located between the calcaneal support () and the ankle subsystem (), ...

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Номер записи: 55
11-02-2016 дата публикации

LAYERING TECHNIQUE FOR AN ADJUSTABLE, REPAIRABLE VARIABLE STIFFNESS PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20160038311A1
Автор: Bowen Joshua, Gonzalez Roger V., Nystrom Aaron
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A modular prosthetic foot includes a keel section and in some cases, an optional heel section. The keel section may also include an optional toe section. The keel section can include separate layers of various stiffnesses, wherein the optional toe section and the optional heel section are composed of varying stiffness layers nested together. The stiffness of the keel section is adjustable by a user without specialized tools. The components of the prosthetic foot are modular and can be removed and exchanged without altering the fit and alignment of the prosthetic foot. 1. A prosthetic foot , comprising:a plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses, wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses comprises n layers;wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses is composed of a first set of plies, a second set of plies, and a third set of plies;wherein a stiffness of said prosthetic foot increases with an increased number of said second set plies in a layer; andwherein a keel stiffness of said prosthetic foot is variable and customized according to the needs of a user of said prosthetic foot.2. The prosthetic foot of wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses contains said first set of plies oriented at 45°.3. The prosthetic foot of wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses contains said second set of plies oriented at 0°.4. The prosthetic foot of wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses contains said third set of plies oriented at 45°.5. The prosthetic foot of wherein said stiffness increases of said prosthetic foot with an increased number of said second set of plies oriented at 0° in a layer.6. The prosthetic foot of wherein said plurality of removable layers of various stiffnesses is composed of said first set of plies oriented at 45° claim 1 , said second set of plies oriented at 0° claim 1 , and said third set of plies oriented at 45°.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 56
09-02-2017 дата публикации

System and method for conscious sensory feedback

Номер: US20170035585A1
Автор: Goran Lundborg
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

A system for conscious sensory feedback for a body extremity without sensation or a body extremity prosthesis is disclosed, as well as methods for conscious sensory feedback based on said system; a glove, a sock and a body extremity prosthesis comprising said system; and use of the system.

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Номер записи: 57
05-02-2015 дата публикации

SYSTEM FOR CONTROL OF A PROSTHETIC DEVICE

Номер: US20150039098A1
Автор: Dastous Susan D., Guay Gerald M., Kerwin John M., Lanier Gregory R., Perry N. Christopher, van der Merwe Dirk A.
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A system for control of a prosthetic device includes at least one Inertial Measurement Unit detecting orientation of a user's foot. The at least one Inertial Measurement Unit is in communication with a device module configured to command at least one actuator of a prosthetic device. The at least one Inertial Measurement unit sends output signals related to orientation of the user's foot to the device module and the device module controls the at least one actuator of the prosthetic device based on the signals from the at least one Inertial Measurement Unit. 1. A control system for a prosthetic device comprising:at least one sensor module adapted to receive at least one body input signal;at least one device module having at least one prosthetic control mode, the device module being in communication with the at least one sensor module; andat least one actuator of the prosthetic device configured to receive commands from the device module,wherein the device module receives at least one body input signal from the at least one sensor module and commands the at least one actuator in accordance with the at least one body input signal.2. The control system according to further comprising wherein the at least one device module further comprising at least one prosthetic control mode and wherein the device module commands the at least one actuator in accordance with the at least one body input signal and a current control mode of the at least one prosthetic control mode.3. The control system according to further comprising wherein the at least one sensor module comprising at least one inertial measurement unit.4. The control system according to further comprising wherein the at least one inertial measurement unit comprising at least one accelerometer.5. The control system according to further comprising wherein the inertial measurement unit comprising at least one accelerometer configured to detect accelerations in three perpendicular axes.6. The control system according to ...

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Номер записи: 58
24-02-2022 дата публикации

BIO-MECHANICAL PROSTHETIC FINGER WITH Y-SHAPED ROCKER

Номер: US20220054283A1
Автор: Bengtsson Jon, Crittenden Bradley Arthur, JR. Robert, Klumper Eric Dennis, Macduff Charles Colin, Minnis Sydney Tye, Peto Anthony Charles, Thompson
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The disclosure provides apparatus and methods of use pertaining to a prosthetic finger assembly. In one embodiment, the assembly includes a coupling tip and a distal ring coupled with the coupling tip. The assembly further includes a proximal ring coupled with the distal ring. A rocker formed in a Y-shape with a first end forming a single prong and a second end forming a split prong may extend between the coupling tip and the proximal ring. The coupling tip, distal ring, proximal ring, and Y-shaped rocker may all be hingedly connected such that movements of the residual finger within the proximal ring and the distal articulate the distal ring together with the rocker to curl and bend the coupling tip. Other embodiments are also disclosed. 1. A biomechanically driven prosthetic finger assembly , comprising:a coupling tip;a distal ring configured to anchor onto a residual finger, the distal ring rotatively coupled with the coupling tip via a first hinged connection;a proximal ring configured to anchor onto the residual finger, the proximal ring rotatively coupled with the distal ring via a second hinged connection, wherein the first hinged connection and the second hinged connection define a midline relative to a z-axis; anda rocker extending between the coupling tip and the proximal ring, the rocker having a first end and a second end in opposition to one another, the first end rotatively coupling with the coupling tip via a third hinged connection located below the midline, the second end rotatively coupling with the proximal ring via a fourth hinged connection located above the midline;at least one of the first hinged connection, the second hinged connection, the third hinged connection, or the fourth hinged connection outfitted with a hard-stop to prevent relative over-rotation thereof;wherein the distal ring together with the rocker are configured to utilize articulation movements of the residual finger within the proximal and distal rings to emulate a finger's ...

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Номер записи: 59
24-02-2022 дата публикации

Stair descent control for powered lower limb devices

Номер: US20220054285A1
Автор: Atakan Huseyin Varol, Brian Lawson, Michael Goldfarb
Принадлежит: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY

Systems and methods of operating a lower limb device having at least a powered joint are provided. A method includes configuring the device to a first state in a finite state model for a current activity mode including a stair ascent mode or a stair descent mode. The method also includes, based on real-time sensor information, transitioning the device between different states in the finite state model when pre-defined criteria for transitioning among the different states are met. In the method, the finite state model for stair ascent includes lifting and swing phases, where the lifting phase includes a powered knee extension and a powered ankle push-off. The finite state model for stair descent includes yielding and swing states, where the swing states include providing a powered plantarflexion of the powered ankle joint and the yielding states include providing a resistive and passive plantarflexion of the powered ankle joint.

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Номер записи: 60
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Medical device for sensing and or stimulating tissue

Номер: US20190038438A1
Автор: Nicholas Lachlan OPIE, Sam Emmanuel JOHN, Thomas James Oxley
Принадлежит: Individual

Devices, methods and systems for transmitting signals through a device located in a blood vessel of an animal, for stimulating and/or sensing activity of media proximal to the device, wherein the media includes tissue and/or fluid.

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Номер записи: 61
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Socket liner interface system

Номер: US20190038439A1
Автор: Carl A. Caspers
Принадлежит: CARL CASPERS CONSULTING LLC

Embodiments herein relate to socket liners for prosthetic systems and prosthetic systems including the same. In an embodiment, a socket liner for a prosthetic system is included having a polymeric wall member defining an interior volume. The polymeric wall member having an inner surface bordering the interior volume and an outer surface. The polymeric wall member can include an anterior side, a posterior side, a first lateral side and a second lateral side the second lateral side opposite the first lateral side. A plurality of horizontal ridges can be disposed on the inner surface of the polymeric wall member on the first lateral side and the second lateral side. A plurality of vertical channels can be disposed on the inner surface of the polymeric wall member on the anterior side and the posterior side. Other embodiments are also included herein.

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Номер записи: 62
16-02-2017 дата публикации

PROSTHESIS

Номер: US20170042703A1
Автор: GEHRMANN Georg, KALTENBORN Sven, MONICKE Carsten, MOSLER Luder, PUSCH Martin
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE GMBH

A prosthesis with a lower limb attachment part, a foot part, a connection element with a joint function that connects the lower limb attachment part with the foot part, and a release device which can be brought into a locking position in which the foot part and the lower limb attachment part are connected to each other in a rotationally fixed manner at least relative to a dorsal extension movement, and into a release position in which the foot part can be rotated relative to the lower limb attachment part. The release device is designed to passively switch from the locking position into the release position when a variable which correlates to an ankle torque (M) in the connection element lies above a pre-set threshold. 1. A prosthesis , comprising:a lower limb attachment part;a foot part,a connection element with a joint function that connects the lower limb attachment part with the foot part;a release device that can be brought into a locking position, in which the foot part and the lower limb attachment part are connected to each other in a rotationally fixed manner at least relative to a dorsal extension movement, andinto a release position, in which the foot part can be rotated relative to the lower limb attachment part;wherein the release device is operable to passively switch from the locking position into the release position when a variable which correlates to an ankle torque in the connection element is above a preset threshold.2. The prosthesis according to claim 1 , wherein the release device is operable to passively switch from the locking position into the release position when the ankle torque lies above a preset torque threshold.3. The prosthesis according to claim 2 , wherein the release device is operable such that when the ankle torque lies above the torque threshold claim 2 , the foot part loves into a dorsally extended position claim 2 , and the foot part remains at least primarily in the dorsally extended position during a swing phase.4. The ...

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Номер записи: 63
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Compression heel prosthetic foot

Номер: US20180042737A1
Автор: Brian Werner, Gene Parker, James Scott, Keith B. Smith
Принадлежит: Ability Dynamics LLC

A mounting bracket for a prosthetic foot configured to attach to a residual limb, comprising an upper member, a lower member and compression torsion joint. The upper member comprises an upper flange, a mating post, and mounting portion configured to attach to the residual limb. The lower member comprises a mating portion, a lower flange, and a mounting portion configured to attach to the prosthetic foot. The compression torsion joint couples the upper member to the lower member and is configured to limit the vertical movement and torsional movement of the upper member with respect to the lower member.

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Номер записи: 64
03-03-2022 дата публикации

SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ORIENTATION CONTROL

Номер: US20220061761A1
Автор: Doyon Thomas A., van der Merwe Dirk Albertus
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A system for control of a device includes at least one sensor module detecting orientation of a user's body part. The at least one sensor module is in communication with a device module configured to command an associated device. The at least one sensor module detects orientation of the body part. The at least one sensor module sends output signals related to orientation of the user's body part to the device module and the device module controls the associated device based on the signals from the at least one sensor module.

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Номер записи: 65
03-03-2022 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT WITH VARIABLE STIFFNESS ANKLE

Номер: US20220062009A1
Автор: Lecomte Christophe Guy
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A prosthetic foot can have an ankle unit with semi-active adjustable stiffness. In one example, the adjustable stiffness is in the sagittal plane. The ankle stiffness can be varied by the ankle unit in response a user input, which can be received via a wireless communication device. The ankle unit can include two load application locations for one or more cantilever springs so as to provide different stiffness in plantarflexion and dorsiflexion. The positions of the two load application locations can be varied in order to vary the stiffness.

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Номер записи: 66
03-03-2022 дата публикации

MEDICAL APPLIANCE FOR A JOINT OF A PERSON AND METHOD FOR OPERATING A MEDICAL APPLIANCE

Номер: US20220062010A1
Автор: LEHNER Hans-Peter, NAUMANN Marco
Принадлежит: medi GmbH & Co KG

Medical appliance (a, b, c) for a joint () of a person (), which has at least two parts () which are to be placed on the joint () and can be moved with respect to one another by the joint () and at least one detection device () for detecting a relative movement of the parts (), wherein the medical appliance (a, b, c) comprises an evaluation device (), having: 199991101111131116a,b,c. Medical appliance ( , ) for a joint () of a person () , which has at least two parts () which are to be placed on the joint () and can be moved with respect to one another by the joint () and at least one detection device () for detecting a relative movement of the parts () , characterized by an evaluation device () , having:{'b': 17', '13', '5', '1', '9', '9', '9', '9, 'i': a,', 'b,', 'c, 'a determination unit () for determining, from detection data of the detection device (), a range of movement () of the joint (), which range of movement is actually used when the medical appliance (, ) is worn,'}{'b': 18', '5', '6, 'a comparison unit () for comparing the range of movement () used with a desired range of movement (), and'}{'b': 19', '10', '6', '9', '9', '9', '9', '20', '10, 'i': a,', 'b,', 'c, 'a support unit () for determining support information guiding the person () to the most extensive use possible of the desired range of movement (), said support information being dependent on the result of the comparison, wherein the medical appliance (, ) further has an output device () for outputting the support information to the person ().'}29999999911442525a,b,ca,b,c. Medical appliance ( claim 1 , ) according to claim 1 , characterized in that the medical appliance ( claim 1 , ) has at least one stocking-like enclosure section which is to be pulled over the joint () and/or wrapped around the joint () as a bandage and/or designed as a garment and/or as a belt system () and/or at least one articulated guide element () claim 1 , in particular at least two hinged claim 1 , rigid articulated ...

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Номер записи: 67
19-02-2015 дата публикации

High density actuator with minimal lateral torsion

Номер: US20150051528A1
Автор: Benoit Gilbert, Stephane Bedard
Принадлежит: B Temia Inc

A high density actuator, comprising a housing assembly composed of a first housing element containing a motor stator and a second housing element containing a gear reduction mechanism, a rotational core positioned at the center of the housing assembly, the rotational core being composed of a motor rotor and a transmission input operatively connected to the motor rotor, a transmission output positioned between the transmission input and the housing assembly, the transmission output forming an actuator output, a torque transfer output operatively connected to the actuator output and a center shaft connected to the torque transfer output in its center and in rotational contact with the first housing element, the center shaft passing through the transmission output, rotational core and second housing element to ensure proper radial and axial alignment.

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Номер записи: 68
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Prosthetic apparatus and method therefor

Номер: US20190046335A1
Автор: Luke J. Steinbach, Michael E. Hahn, Peter Gabriel Adamczyk
Принадлежит: University of Oregon, WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Various aspects of the present disclosure characterize apparatuses and/or methods as may be implemented with a variety of prosthetic components and applications. As may be consistent with one or more embodiments described herein, movement parameters pertaining to movement of a user of a prosthetic foot are sensed as the user travels along a surface, with the prosthetic foot having a front ball region and a rear heel region for respectively contacting the surface. A state of movement of the user, including a speed at which the user is travelling along the surface, is determined based on the sensed movement parameters. Utilizing a mechanical actuator, the prosthetic foot is dynamically positioned in response to the speed at which the user is travelling along the surface, by manipulating the mechanical actuator to move the rear heel region relative to the front ball region based on changes in the speed.

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Номер записи: 69
14-02-2019 дата публикации

LOWER LIMB PROSTHESIS

Номер: US20190046336A1
Автор: Harris Graham, Lang Stephen Terry, Moser David, PAINTER Robert Michael Andrew, Zahedi Mir Saeed
Принадлежит:

A prosthetic ankle has an ankle joint body (A) constituting a shin component and a foot component (). The ankle joint body (A) is pivotally connected to the foot component () by a first pivotal connection () defining a medial-lateral ankle joint flexion axis. The ankle joint body (A) also forms the cylinder of an ankle joint piston and cylinder assembly with a superior-inferior central axis, the cylinder housing a piston () with upper and lower piston rods (A, B). The lower piston rod (B) is pivotally connected to the foot component () at a second pivotal connection (). As the ankle joint body (A) pivots about the ankle joint flexion axis, the piston () moves substantially linearly in the cylinder formed by the ankle joint body. The cylinder is divided into upper and lower chambers (A, B). These chambers are linked by an hydraulic circuit () incorporating passages (A, B) in the ankle joint body (A), and an energy conversion device in the form of a slave piston and cylinder assembly () having a piston (P) and piston rods (R) which project beyond the cylinder (C) of the assembly (). 16-. (canceled)7. An ankle joint prosthesis comprising a shin member and a foot member and constructed such that the foot member is able to execute a flexion movement relative to the shin member , and a flexion control system for controlling the relative flexion movement between the shin member and the foot member , wherein the flexion control system comprises:an hydraulic circuit including an hydraulic ankle flexion control device interconnecting the shin member and foot member, and an energy conversion device for converting fluid flow energy in the hydraulic circuit resulting from ankle flexion into mechanical movement and vice versa; andan energy input arranged to receive energy into the ankle flexion control system from an external energy source;and wherein the ankle joint prosthesis further comprises at least one sensor for sensing a kinetic or kinematic parameter of locomotion and a ...

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Номер записи: 70
25-02-2016 дата публикации

DORSI-PLANTAR PROSTHETIC ANKLE MODULE

Номер: US20160051381A1
Автор: Ásgeirsson Sigurdur, Clausen Arinbjörn V., Ingimarsson Gudni, Jónsson Grímur, Landry David, Olafsson Sigurdur
Принадлежит:

An ankle module for a prosthetic foot can have an adapter portion pivotally coupled to a base portion. The base portion can be coupled to the prosthetic foot. The adapter portion can have a coupling member that removably couples the prosthetic foot to a prosthetic pylon or socket. The adapter portion can also have cylinders housing pistons slidably displaceable within the cylinders. An actuator is selectively actuatable to place the cylinders in fluid communication, allowing a fluid to flow between the cylinders as an angular position of the adapter portion is adjusted relative to the base portion, thereby adjusting the dorsi-plantar position between the adapter portion and the base portion of the ankle module. The actuator can be selectively actuatable to fluidly isolate the cylinders from each other so that the angular position of the adapter portion relative to the base portion remains substantially fixed. 133.-. (canceled)34. A prosthetic foot comprising:a plate-like foot member extending from a proximal portion to a distal portion, the foot member curving downward and forward toward the distal portion; and a base portion coupleable to the proximal portion so that a surface of the base portion contacts a surface of the proximal portion,', 'an adapter portion pivotally coupled to the base portion and having a coupling member configured to removably couple the foot member to a prosthetic pylon or socket, one of the base and adapter portions having three or more cylinders formed therein and aligned symmetrically relative to a pivot connection of the ankle module, the three or more cylinders housing corresponding pistons slidably displaceable within the cylinders, the cylinders selectively placeable in fluid communication with each other, wherein the adapter portion is pivotally coupled to the base portion via a spherical bearing so that the adapter portion pivots relative to the base portion about a point, and wherein the spherical bearing allows the adapter ...

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Номер записи: 71
25-02-2021 дата публикации

A DEVICE FOR ENHANCING A SUBJECT'S GRASPING CAPABILITY

Номер: US20210052399A1
Автор: CIONCOLONI David, HUSSAIN Irfan, PRATTICHIZZO Domenico, ROSSI Simone, SALVIETTI Gionata, SPAGNOLETTI Giovanni
Принадлежит: UNIVERSITA' DEGLI STUDI DI SIENA

A device for enhancing a user's grasping capability comprises a belt-like support configured to be tightly fitted about a user's part of the body; an articulated gripping element having a plurality of phalanxes: proximal, fixed to the support, intermediate and distal, which are articulated to each other by articular joints; a motor unit fixed to the support; a winding drum; a tendon partially wound on the drum and extending along the phalanxes and the joints, arranged so that, by pulling it from the drum, the phalanxes rotate about respective articular joints and move the articulated gripping element from an extended position to a gripping bow-shaped position, causing a flexion/extension movement of the articulated gripping element, the joints configured so that by releasing the tendon from the drum, the phalanxes rotate about the respective joints and move the articulated gripping element between gripping bow-shaped position and extended position. 2100135. The device () according to claim 1 , wherein said flexible articular joints () are configured to be elastically loaded by said flexion movement claim 1 , thereby accumulating elastic energy to be released for causing an extension movement opposite to said flexion movement.3100135131132133135131132133130. The device () according to claim 1 , wherein said articular joints () are manufactured from an elastic body claim 1 , said elastic body consisting of a flexible lamina having two prismatic end portions claim 1 , said phalanxes ( claim 1 , claim 1 ,) providing a cooperating portion having the shape of a prismatic groove such that prismatic portions of an articular joint () can be received into respective prismatic grooves of two adjacent phalanxes ( claim 1 , claim 1 ,) claim 1 , so as to provide a kinematic chain that forms the articulated gripping element ().4100120. The device () according to claim 1 , wherein said motor unit () comprises a mechanically loaded motor member.7100122131110128130128128. The device ...

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Номер записи: 72
13-02-2020 дата публикации

MULTI-CHAMBER VACUUM PUMP

Номер: US20200046523A1
Автор: ERDMANN John A., POLTA Charles C., POSER Florian W.S., RUSH Douglas E.
Принадлежит: Otto Bock HealthCare LP

A vacuum pump may be used to attach a prosthetic and/or orthotic device to a residual limb. The vacuum pump may be in line below a socket of a residual limb. The socket may be a portion of the prosthesis that accepts the residual limb. The vacuum pump may generate a vacuum condition between the prosthesis and the residual limb. Generally, a vacuum condition may be generated between a socket and the residual limb. The residual limb may be covered with a sock, elastomeric liner, or sheath covering the limb. The vacuum condition may positively attach the prosthesis to the residual limb without the need for straps, retaining pins, or suction type vacuum which do not use a vacuum pump. 126-. (canceled)27. A weight activated vacuum pump for a prosthetic device , comprising:a hollow elongate structure;a piston positioned within the hollow elongate structure;a first fluid pumping chamber positioned within the hollow elongate structure and arranged on a first side of the piston, the first fluid pumping chamber having a variable volume as the piston moves axially relative to the shaft;a second fluid pumping chamber positioned within the hollow elongate structure and arranged on a second side of the piston opposite the first side, the second fluid pumping chamber having a variable volume as the piston moves axially relative to the shaft;wherein the first fluid pumping chamber is fluidly connectable to a socket of the prosthetic device through a first valve and fluidly connected to the second fluid pumping chamber through a second valve, and the second fluid pumping chamber is fluidly connected to atmosphere through a third valve;wherein moving the piston in a first axial direction draws air from the socket into the first fluid pumping chamber and expels air from the second fluid pumping chamber, and moving the piston in a second axial direction opposite the first axial direction forces air from the first fluid pumping chamber into the second fluid pumping chamber.28. The ...

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Номер записи: 73
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Methods and devices for haptic communication

Номер: US20210052845A1
Автор: ALI Israr, Frances Lau, John X.J. ZHANG, Xi Chen
Принадлежит: Dartmouth College, Facebook Inc

A haptic stimulator includes a multilayer sheet with a piezoelectric or electroactive polymer layer adapted to mechanically deform upon application of voltage, the multilayer sheet secured to a substrate, and a source of electrical stimulation coupled to drive electrodes on the polymer layer with an AC signal to vibrate the polymer layer. In particular embodiments, the polymer contains polyvinylidene fluoride, and electrodes are patterned to control local electric fields. Another haptic stimulator has first and second electrodes with an air gap and an insulating sheet between first and second electrodes, with an AC voltage driver connecting to the electrodes. In a method of providing haptic stimulation to skin an alternating current supply drives first and second electrodes, the electrodes disposed upon either a piezoelectric or electroactive polymer sheet, vibrating the polymer layer by driving the electrodes; and coupling vibrations of the polymer layer to the sensate skin.

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Номер записи: 74
23-02-2017 дата публикации

Prosthetic foot

Номер: US20170049584A1
Автор: Carsten MÖNICKE, Darshan Rane, Jens Nörthemann, Martin Pusch, Nathan Aaron Williams
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE GMBH

A prosthetic foot with a structural component having a proximal attachment member for fastening the prosthetic foot to a below-knee tube, a below-knee shaft or a prosthetic knee joint, with a forefoot portion secured or formed on the structural component, and with a heel-side spring-damper system which is assigned to the structural component and which is compressed at a heel strike and bears on a sole-side guide element. The structural component is designed as a leaf spring which extends in a posterior direction from the proximal attachment means, and forms an arch and is guided in an anterior and distal direction, wherein the arch protrudes posteriorly beyond the guide element.

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Номер записи: 75
23-02-2017 дата публикации

JOINTLESS PROSTHETIC FOOT

Номер: US20170049585A1
Автор: Boiten Herman, CREMER Andrea, NORTHEMANN Jens
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE GMBH

A jointless prosthetic foot having a leaf spring which has a distal footfall section, a connecting section and a proximal attachment section which extends in an anterior-posterior direction and to which an attachment adapter can be fixed. The attachment adapter is mounted such as to be movable along a convexly curved path in the anterior-posterior direction. 1. A jointless prosthetic foot , comprising:a leaf spring which has a distal foot-strike section, a connecting section, and a proximal attachment section which extends in an anterior-posterior direction and on which an attachment adapter can be secured;wherein the attachment adapter is mounted so as to be adjustable along a convexly curved path in the anterior-posterior direction.2. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein at least one of the proximal attachment section and an attachment adapter bearing has a convex shape.3. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a receiving slit claim 2 , extending in an anterior-posterior direction claim 2 , or a receiving guide for the attachment adapter is arranged or formed in at least one of the proximal attachment section and the attachment adapter bearing.4. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the path has claim 1 , at least regionally claim 1 , a radius of curvature (R) which opens out in the distal foot-strike section.5. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the distal foot-strike section has a convex shape.6. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the connecting section has a concave shape.7. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the proximal attachment section has a radius of curvature (R) which is constant with respect to a roll-off area in the distal foot-strike section.8. The prosthetic foot as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a scale for an orientation of the anterior-posterior adjustment of the attachment adapter is arranged on at least one of the proximal attachment section claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 76
10-03-2022 дата публикации

Method for controlling an orthotic or prosthetic device and orthotic or prosthetic device

Номер: US20220071780A1
Автор: Dirk Seifert, Juan Pablo Mejia Nino
Принадлежит: OTTO BOCK HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS GMBH

The invention relates to a method for controlling an orthotic or prosthetic device and an orthotic or prosthetic device, which can be placed on the body of a user and secured, including a joint device having a proximal component and a distal component, which are pivotally mounted on one another about a pivot axis; at least one adjustable actuator which is arranged between the proximal component and the distal component and via which a movement behaviour relating to a pivoting of the proximal component relative to the distal component can be adjusted; at least one detection device for detecting muscle contractions; and a control device which is coupled to the detection device and to the actuator, processes (electrical) signals from the detection unit, and adjusts the actuator according to the signals, wherein the detection device is designed for detecting muscle contractions.

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Номер записи: 77
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Medial-Lateral Stabilizing Prosthetic Ankle/Foot For Angled And Rough Ground Gait

Номер: US20160058581A1
Автор: Murray E. Maitland
Принадлежит: University of Washington Center for Commercialization

A device is provided including a first linkage system and a second linkage system. Each linkage system may include an upper support, a lower support, and a cross bar linkage including a first cross bar and a second cross bar. The first cross bar may be configured with a first end pivotally coupled to a first end of the lower support and a second end pivotally coupled to a second end of the upper support. The second cross bar may be configured with a first end pivotally coupled to a second end of the lower support and a second end pivotally coupled to a first end of the upper support. The device may also include a flexible bridging platform coupled to one of the upper support or the lower support of the first linkage system and coupled to the upper support of the second linkage system, and a flexible strut coupled to the lower support of the second linkage system.

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Номер записи: 78
03-03-2016 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC SOCKET WITH AN ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT ISCHIAL SEAT

Номер: US20160058584A1
Автор: Cespedes Juan Jacobo, Hurley Garrett Ray, Williams Jesse Robert
Принадлежит:

A modular prosthetic socket for a residual limb of a lower extremity of a patient may include an adjustable height ischial seat for facilitating the distribution of body weight away from the distal end of the residual limb and channeling the weight preferentially through the ischial tuberosity. In one aspect, the modular prosthetic socket may include a base plate, multiple longitudinal struts, and an ischial seat pad adjustably coupled with the proximal end of a medial strut, such that the ischial seat pad is vertically adjustable relative to the medial strut to adjust a total length of the medial strut measured from a proximal end of the ischial seat pad to the distal end of the medial strut. The ischial seat pad is configured to engage an ischium of the patient when the prosthetic socket is worn by the patient. 1. A modular prosthetic socket for a residual limb of a lower extremity of a patient , the socket comprising:a base plate, comprising multiple peripherally disposed strut connecting sites;multiple longitudinal struts, each strut comprising a thermoplastic-fiber composite material, a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the distal end of each strut is connected to the base plate at one of the peripherally disposed strut connecting sites, and wherein one of the struts is a medial strut, configured to occupy a medial position with respect to the residual limb when the prosthetic socket is worn by the patient; andan ischial seat pad adjustably coupled with the proximal end of the medial strut, such that the ischial seat pad is vertically adjustable relative to the medial strut to adjust a total length of the medial strut measured from a proximal end of the ischial seat pad to the distal end of the medial strut, wherein the ischial seat pad is configured to engage an ischium of the patient when the prosthetic socket is worn by the patient.2. The modular prosthetic socket of claim 1 , wherein the ischial seat pad comprises one component of an adjustable-height ...

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Номер записи: 79
01-03-2018 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC DEVICE

Номер: US20180055658A1
Автор: RAMIREZ Christoffer
Принадлежит:

A lower limb prosthetic device () adapted to be connected to an attachment section such as a sleeve, configured to attach to the limb, or a socket to receive the limb, of an amputee, wherein the prosthetic device () comprises (a) a leaf spring member (), said upper leaf spring member () having a proximal, upper, end (), which proximal end () can be fixedly and/or adjustably attached to the attachment section, the leaf spring () member further comprising a distal, lower, end (), which distal end () can be fixedly and/or adjustably attached to a foot member (). 1. A lower limb prosthetic device adapted to be connected to an attachment section such as a sleeve , configured to attach to the limb , or a socket to receive the limb , of an amputee , wherein the prosthetic device comprises:a leaf spring member, said upper leaf spring member having a proximal, upper, end, which proximal end can be fixedly and/or adjustably attached to the attachment section, the leaf spring member further comprising a distal, lower, end, which distal end can be fixedly and/or adjustably attached to a prosthetic foot member.2. The prosthetic device of claim 1 , wherein the leaf spring member has an original configuration and is adapted to be compressed when a load is applied to the lower limb prosthetic device and return to the original configuration when the load is removed from the lower limb prosthetic device.3. The prosthetic device of claim 1 , wherein the leaf spring member is adapted to deflect along a horizontal plane and a vertical plane.4. The prosthetic device of claim 2 , wherein the leaf spring member comprises an arch and is resilient.5. The prosthetic device of claim 4 , wherein the arc is C-formed.6. The prosthetic device of claim 1 , wherein the proximal end comprises an upper mounting device claim 1 , and lower mounting device claim 1 , adapted to be adjustably attached by means of an upper releasable nut and bolt combination claim 1 , a lower releasable nut and bolt ...

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Номер записи: 80
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Multi-chamber vacuum pump

Номер: US20180055661A1
Автор: Charles C. Polta, Douglas E. Rush, Florian W.S. Poser, John A. Erdmann
Принадлежит: Otto Bock HealthCare LP

A vacuum pump may be used to attach a prosthetic and/or orthotic device to a residual limb. The vacuum pump may be in line below a socket of a residual limb. The socket may be a portion of the prosthesis that accepts the residual limb. The vacuum pump may generate a vacuum condition between the prosthesis and the residual limb. Generally, a vacuum condition may be generated between a socket and the residual limb. The residual limb may be covered with a sock, elastomeric liner, or sheath covering the limb. The vacuum condition may positively attach the prosthesis to the residual limb without the need for straps, retaining pins, or suction type vacuum which do not use a vacuum pump.

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Номер записи: 81
28-02-2019 дата публикации

TRANSFEMORAL LEVEL INTERFACE SYSTEM USING COMPLIANT MEMBERS

Номер: US20190060089A1
Автор: Martin James Jay
Принадлежит:

A transfemoral prosthetic level socket system for a user's lower limb comprising modular socket components fitted to the individual user's residual limb having a mounting point for an attachment, at least one compliant member attached to at least one stabilizing unit, and at least one second compliant member attached to at least one stabilizing unit wherein the first compliant member and the second compliant member work in cooperation with the stabilizing unit(s) to control bone position and support the limb within the interface. 1. An apparatus for attaching a transfemoral prosthetic to a user's residual leg wherein said residual leg has a circumference , a medial aspect on said circumference , a front aspect on said circumference , a lateral aspect on said circumference , a back aspect on said circumference , a distal end above where a knee would be and wherein said distal end has a surface , a proximal end at a hip area , a first length defined between said distal end and said proximal end on said medial aspect , a second length defined between said distal end and said proximal end on said lateral aspect , said apparatus comprising:a medial segment having a top, a bottom, a length between said top and said bottom, and adapted to be positioned on said user said medial aspect on said circumference along said first length and wherein said bottom extends past said distal end and does not contact said surface on said distal end;a lateral segment having a top, a bottom, a length between said top and said bottom and adapted to be located on said user lateral aspect on said circumference along said second length;a first connector for connecting said medial segment to said lateral segment across said front aspect on said circumference;a second connector for connecting said medial segment to said lateral segment along said back aspect on said circumference; anda mounting point for an attachment located on said bottom of said medial segment.2. The apparatus of wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 82
28-02-2019 дата публикации

PARALLELOGRAM LOAD CELL

Номер: US20190060091A1
Автор: Goldfarb Michael, Lawson Brian, Mitchell Jason, TRUEX Don, Varol Huseyin Atakan
Принадлежит:

A device includes a first member and a second member disposed in series along a longitudinal axis. The device also includes links coupling first joints of the first member to second joints of the second member. The first and second members and the links arranged to define a planar parallelogram linkage. The devices also include a resilient element disposed between the first member and the second member, the first member and the second member preloaded against the resilient element. The first member and the second member are preloaded to provide an arrangement of the first and the second joints in which a motion of the first joints with respect to the second joints is constrained to a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The devices further include a sensor for generating a signal indicating a separation between the first member and the second member. 1. A device , comprising:a first member and a second member disposed in series along a longitudinal axis, the first member comprising first joints and the second member comprising second joints;a plurality of links mechanically coupling the first member to the second member via the first and the second joints; andat least one sensor for generating at least one signal indicating a separation between the first member and the second member,wherein the first member, the second member, and the plurality of links are arranged to define at least one substantially planar parallelogram linkage and having a constrained range of motion substantially along the longitudinal axis.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising:a pre-load element for biasing the first member towards the second member; anda resilient element for biasing the first member away from the second member.3. The powered leg device of claim 2 , wherein the preload element comprises at least one spring-loaded shoulder bolt.4. The powered leg device of claim 2 , wherein the preload element comprises at least one tension spring.5. The powered ...

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Номер записи: 83
17-03-2022 дата публикации

ELBOW STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRONIC ARTIFICIAL ARM

Номер: US20220079780A1
Автор: YI Sang Ho
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Disclosed is an elbow structure, for an electronic artificial arm, which hinge-connects the humeral part and radioulnar part and enables the joint movement of the humeral part and radioulnar part about one central axis. The elbow structure for an electronic artificial arm comprises: a first connection unit of which one end is connected to the radioulnar part and which has inside the other end a plurality of driving portions provided concentrically with and a predetermined distance away from the central axis and each having a gear on one end; and a second connection unit of which one end is connected to the humeral part and which has teeth portions aligned in a circle so as to interlock and rotate with the gears of the plurality of driving portions in the outer direction. 1100200100200. An elbow structure of an electronic prosthetic hand in which an upper arm () and a lower arm () are hinge-connected and which jointly moves the upper arm () and the lower arm () about one central axis z , the elbow structure comprising:{'b': 300', '200', '320', '321, 'a first connection part () that has one end connected to the lower arm () and is provided with a plurality of driving units () disposed on a concentric circle spaced a predetermined interval (h) from the one central axis (z) in the other end thereof and having one ends provided with gears (); and'}{'b': 400', '100', '410', '321', '320, 'a second connection part () that has one end connected to the upper arm () and has a toothed part () disposed in a circular shape to be engaged with the gears () of the plurality of driving units () in an outward direction and rotated therewith.'}2410410300410ab. The elbow structure of claim 1 , wherein the toothed part () is provided in a pair and includes a first toothed part () located in one side surface direction with respect to the first connection part () and a second toothed part () located in the other side surface direction claim 1 ,{'b': 320', '320', '321', '410', '320', '321', ...

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Номер записи: 84
10-03-2016 дата публикации

VARIABLE-MECHANICAL-IMPEDANCE ARTIFICIAL LEGS

Номер: US20160067058A1
Автор: Herr Hugh Miller
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In one aspect, the invention provides methods and apparatus facilitating an adjustable-stiffness prosthesis or orthosis (including approximations to arbitrarily definable non-linear spring functions). Spring rates may be varied under no-load conditions during a walking gate cycle to minimize power consumption. In another aspect, the invention provides methods and apparatus for outputting positive power from a prosthesis or orthosis, facilitating high-performance artificial limbs. In one embodiment of the invention, the positive power is transferred from a functioning muscle to the prosthesis or orthosis, which mimics or assists a non-functioning or impaired muscle. In another embodiment of the invention, the positive power comes from an on-board power source in the prosthesis or orthosis. 1. A biarticular prosthetic or orthotic leg comprising , in combination , an above-knee segment for attaching said prosthetic or orthotic leg to a biological limb of a human body ,a support member connected at its upper end to the above-knee segment, said support member configured for rotation with respect to said above-knee segment to define a knee joint,a foot member including a rearwardly extending heel portion and a forwardly extending toe portion that make periodic bearing contact with ground during a walking, running or jumping gait cycle of said human body, said foot member being connected to a lower end of said support member and configured for rotation relative to said support member to define an ankle joint,an anterior spring connected to the above-knee segment and to the support member, the anterior spring being displaced from the knee joint and configured for storing energy when said support member rotates about said knee joint to move said foot member rearwardly with respect to said above-knee segment and configured for releasing energy to rotate said support member about said knee joint, anda biarticular posterior spring connected to the above-knee segment and to the ...

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Номер записи: 85
10-03-2016 дата публикации

Foot prosthesis with resilient multi-axial ankle

Номер: US20160067059A1
Автор: Arinbjörn Viggo Clausen, Christophe Guy Lecomte, Heidrun Gigja Ragnarsdottir, Hjordis Thorhallsdottir
Принадлежит: OSSUR HF

The present foot prosthesis includes various structural features that provide the foot with advantageous rollover properties. In certain embodiments, the foot guides rollover toward the medial side. For example, an asymmetrical upper element and a correspondingly shaped resilient ankle member support more of the wearer's weight on the lateral side as the foot rolls over. In another embodiment, stiffeners added to the resilient ankle member increase the stiffness on the lateral side relative to the medial side. In certain other embodiments, the foot provides progressively increasing support from mid stance through toe off. For example, a gap between the resilient ankle member and the lower element closes during the later portion of the wearer's gait. The closing gap increases a contact area between the resilient ankle member and the lower element, providing progressively increasing support. In another embodiment, the foot includes a gap between a lower front edge of an attachment adapter and the upper element. The gap may be filled with a resilient material.

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Номер записи: 86
10-03-2016 дата публикации

PROSTHETIC FOOT WITH MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

Номер: US20160067060A1
Автор: Kramer Leslie D., Patterson William Stanley
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A prosthetic foot includes a heel member and a forefoot member. An ankle member receives the heel member and forefoot member shaft so as to allow the heel member and forefoot member to translate independently of one another. 1. A prosthetic foot comprising:a sleeve having opposed lateral sidewalls extending between an anterior sidewall and a posterior sidewall;a forefoot member having a forefoot member upper end received within the sleeve and a portion of the forefoot member extending downwardly out of the sleeve;a heel member having a heel member upper end received within the sleeve and a portion of the heel member extending downwardly out of the sleeve; anda pin passing through a lateral sidewall and contacting the forefoot member and heel member in such a way that the pin prevents the forefoot member and heel member from falling out of the sleeve.2. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the forefoot member upper end and heel member upper end can translate vertically within the sleeve independently of one another.3. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the forefoot member and heel member together define a groove and the pin includes a pointed end that fits in within the groove claim 1 , thereby preventing the forefoot member and heel member from falling out of the sleeve.4. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the heel member and forefoot member both include at least one inlay of solid lubricating material thereon.5. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the forefoot member is a single piece that extends downwardly from the forefoot member upper end through a curved forefoot section outside the sleeve to a toe section forward the curved forefoot section.6. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the heel member is a single piece that extends downwardly from the heel member upper end through a curved heel section outside the sleeve to a heel end rearward the curved heel section.7. The prosthetic foot of claim 1 , wherein the forefoot member and heel ...

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Номер записи: 87
27-02-2020 дата публикации

DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR SOCKET FIT MANAGEMENT

Номер: US20200060847A1
Автор: Fairhurst Stuart Richard, Ferguson John, Hansen Andrew, Voss Gregory Owen
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Disclosed herein are devices, systems, and methods for measuring socket fit in lower limb prostheses and detecting motion of a residual limb relative to a prosthetic socket. Also disclosed herein are methods for developing a socket-fit detection system for sock management that can be applied to adjustable socket systems. 1. A sensor assembly comprising:a rigid body defining an opening extending through a thickness of the rigid body;a pressure sensor positioned in fluid communication with the opening of the rigid body; anda membrane positioned in overlying relation to the rigid body,wherein the rigid body, a lower surface of the membrane, and the pressure sensor cooperate to define at least a portion of a chamber configured to receive a fluid,wherein the membrane has an upper surface that is configured for contact with a distal portion of a residual limb of a patient,wherein the sensor assembly is configured for complementary receipt within a distal portion of a prosthetic socket, andwherein the sensor is configured to produce an output indicative of changes in pressure within the chamber in response to deformation of the membrane by the distal portion of the residual limb of the patient.2. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a lower body that supports the pressure sensor in an operative position and is secured to the rigid body.3. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , wherein in the operative position claim 2 , a portion of the pressure sensor is received within the chamber claim 2 , and wherein the sensor assembly further comprises a sealing element that forms a seal between the pressure sensor and the rigid body.4. The sensor assembly of claim 3 , wherein the sealing element is an O-ring.5. The sensor assembly of claim 2 , wherein the membrane is secured to the rigid body.6. The sensor assembly of claim 5 , wherein the rigid body has a peripheral edge claim 5 , and wherein the membrane has a peripheral edge portion that covers at least a portion of the ...

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Номер записи: 88
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Modularized knee joint cushioning structure

Номер: US20140142722A1
Автор: Chih Hsuan Liang
Принадлежит: Ken Dall Enterprise Co Ltd

A modularized knee joint cushioning structure includes a top joint seat connectable to a thigh, a friction adjustment assembly including an adjustment screw and coupled, in combination with a spring assembly, to the top joint seat and a bottom joint seat, a caliper forming an axle hole having a circumference forming a gap extending to the outside and including a bearing surface formed on an outside surface thereof, a main body having a main axle connecting the caliper and the top joint seat, and a bottom joint seat having a top end forming, at one side thereof, a brake block and coupled to the main body and the spring assembly. The spring assembly may alternatively used with a fixing assembly to limit the spring force of the spring assembly. The spring assembly is replaceable by a hydraulic assembly or a pneumatic assembly to form alternative cushioning structures.

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Номер записи: 89
08-03-2018 дата публикации

TECHNOLOGICAL AID FOR TRANSFEMORAL AMPUTEES

Номер: US20180064562A1
Автор: CARROZZA Maria Chiara, CEMPINI Marco, De Rossi Stefano Marco Maria, GIOVACCHINI Francesco, LENZI Tommaso, VITIELLO Nicola
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An aid device for the motor disabled, suitable for allowing walking of transfemoral amputees, having: a lower-limb prosthesis of an amputated limb; a lower-limb orthosis suitable to be worn at a sound contralateral lower-limb; an orthotic pelvis module connecting the prosthesis to the lower-limb orthosis; and a control unit for the operational coordination of movements of the prosthesis and the lower-limb orthosis. 1. An aid device for a motor disabled subject , comprising:a first mechantronic system comprising a first at least one actuator controlled joint having one or more degrees of freedom;a second mechantronic system comprising a second at least one actuator controlled joint having one or more additional degrees of freedom;a sensory system comprising a plurality of sensors connected to the first and second mechantronic systems;a control unit in communication with the first and second mechantronic systems and the sensory system, the control unit being configured to jointly control the first and second mechantronic systems to obtain a coordinated movement of the first and second mechantronic systems and to obtain a load transfer between the first and second mechantronic systems.2. The aid device of claim 1 , wherein the load transfer between the first and second mechantronic systems is achieved by:i) processing data obtained from the sensory system,ii) based upon processed data, selecting coordinated motion components for the first and second mechantronic systems, andiii) implementing the coordinated motion components to provide powered control, through an energizing unit, of at least one of the first and second at least one actuator controlled joints.3. The aid device of claim 1 , wherein the sensory system is configured for monitoring:one or more of: linear position of one or more parts of the aid device, angular position of oneor more of the parts of the aid device, linear position of the motor disabled subject, angular position of the motor disabled subject, ...

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Номер записи: 90
08-03-2018 дата публикации

ADJUSTABLE SOCKET SYSTEM

Номер: US20180064564A1
Автор: BACHE Andrew
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An adjustable prosthetic socket includes proximal and distal ends and an axis extending between the proximal and distal ends. A distal base is adapted to support a distal portion of a residual limb and is located at the distal end of the socket. First and second spines extend upward from the distal base that define at least part of a circumference of the socket about the axis. A proximal support is connected to the second spine and arranged to distribute pressure from the second spine over a portion of the residual limb. A tensioning system is operatively connected to the first and second spines and arranged to selectively adjust the circumference of the socket. The tensioning system includes a dial tensioner connected to the first spine. 1. An adjustable prosthetic socket having proximal and distal ends and an axis extending between the proximal and distal ends , comprising:a distal base at the distal end of the socket, the distal base defining at least in part a limb seat adapted to receive and support distal end portion of a residual limb;first and second spines extending upwardly from the distal base toward the proximal end and defining at least part of a circumference of the socket about the axis, the first spine being positioned along a posterior side of the socket;a proximal support connected to the second spine and arranged to distributed pressure from the second spine over a portion of the residual limb;a tensioning system operatively connected to the first and second spines and arranged to selectively adjust the circumference of the socket, the tensioning system including a dial tensioner connected to the first spine.2. The socket of claim 1 , wherein the distal base is arranged such that the second spine is slidable relative to first spine.3. The socket of claim 1 , wherein the dial tensioner is secured at or near the proximal end of the socket.4. The socket of claim 3 , wherein the tensioning system includes at least one tensioning element operatively ...

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Номер записи: 91
09-03-2017 дата публикации

MOTION ASSISTANCE APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD OF THE SAME

Номер: US20170065440A1
Автор: HA Taesin
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Example embodiments relate to a control method of a motion assistance apparatus including a fixing module attached to a user, a driving module fixed to the fixing module to generate rotation power, a supporting module configured to support a portion of a body of the user and driven by the driving module, a force sensor configured to measure a magnitude of force applied to the fixing module, and a controller configured to control the driving module, the method including generating, by the driving module, a driving torque to drive the supporting module, measuring a direction and a magnitude of force indicated by the force sensor, calculating a compensation torque to minimize the measured magnitude of force, and driving the driving module by adding the compensation torque to the driving torque. 1. A motion assistance apparatus comprising:a fixing module;a driving module fixed to the fixing module and configured to generate rotation power;a supporting module configured to support a portion of a body, the supporting module being configured to be driven by the driving module;a force sensor configured to measure a magnitude of force applied to the fixing module; anda controller configured to adjust the rotation power of the driving module to minimize the magnitude of force measured by the force sensor.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the rotation power comprises a driving torque configured to drive the supporting module when the user wears the supporting module claim 1 , and a compensation torque configured to adjust the measured magnitude of force.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to calculate a compensation torque such that the measured magnitude of force is equal to substantially 0 claim 2 , and to apply the rotation power of the driving module by adding the calculated torque to the driving torque.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the fixing module comprises:a waist fixer in direct contact with a waist;a supporting frame ...

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Номер записи: 92
11-03-2021 дата публикации

Driving Assembly for Moving Body Part

Номер: US20210068988A1
Автор: Ho Sze Kit
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A driving assembly for moving a first body part relative to a second body part comprising at least one manipulator unit for body part including a housing for accommodating at least partly of an actuator, a torque/force transmission gear, a partial gear wheel operatively connected with each other and a first connector arranged at a first/tail end of the manipulator unit for coupling with the first body part and a second connector movably arranged at a second/head end of the manipulator unit for coupling with the second body part and driven by the partial gear wheel actuated by the actuator via the torque transmission gear for coupling and moving with the second body part, and preferably an arc channel or rail for guiding back and forth movement of the partial gear wheel. 1. A driving assembly for moving or rotating , or assisting or resisting movement of , a first body part relative to a second body part and preferably enabling flexion , extension , pronation , supination , rotation , abduction , and adduction of the first body part relative to the second body part , comprising at least one manipulator unit for body part including a housing for accommodating at least partly of an actuator , a torque/force transmission gear , a partial gear wheel operatively connected with each other and a first connector arranged at a first/tail end of the manipulator unit for coupling with the first body part and a second connector movably arranged at a second/head end of the manipulator unit for coupling with the second body part and preferably further coupled with and driven by the partial gear wheel actuated by the actuator via the torque transmission gear for coupling and moving with the second body part , and preferably an arc channel or rail for confining and/or guiding reciprocal or back and forth movement and preferably rotational movement of the partial gear wheel;wherein the second connector is configured to be operated interchangeably between an idle/inactive state in ...

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Номер записи: 93
11-03-2021 дата публикации

ARTIFICIAL FOOT

Номер: US20210068989A1
Автор: BREUNINGER Jannis, GLAS Franziska, RIETH Clemens, ROCHLITZ Bence, TAUBMANN Carolin
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The invention relates to a prosthetic foot comprising a base body having a front sole region, a heel body having a rear sole region, and a slot configured to receive at least one spring element, in particular at least one leaf spring, the spring element configured to be pushed or inserted into the slot. In a disposed state, the spring element engages in the base body and the heel body such that the heel body is spring mounted relative to the base body. 1. A prosthetic foot comprising:a base body having a front sole region;a heel body having a rear sole region; anda slot configured to receive at least one spring element, the spring element configured to be pushed or inserted into the slot,wherein, in a disposed state, the spring element engages in the base body and the heel body such that the heel body is spring mounted relative to the base body.2. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein:the spring element is connected centrally to the base body using one of an adhesive connection, a screw connection, a latching connection, or a press fit connection.3. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein:the spring element is mounted in at least one of an opening in a front region of the base body or an opening in a rear region of the heel body so as to be movable in a longitudinal direction of the spring element.4. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein:the base body comprises a forefoot body and a mounting body, the front sole region located on an underside of the forefoot body, andthe mounting body is configured to receive an adapter.5. The prosthetic foot according to claim 4 , wherein:the forefoot body is flexibly connected to the mounting body via a web.6. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein:the heel body is connected to the base body via a web, wherein the web is configured such that the web surrounds the spring element at least in sections.7. The prosthetic foot according to claim 1 , wherein:the front sole region has a ...

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Номер записи: 94
11-03-2021 дата публикации

LOWER LIMB PROSTHESIS

Номер: US20210068990A1
Автор: Byars Jonathan M., Carpenter John, QUINTERO Hugo
Принадлежит: Freedom Innovations, LLC

Powered limb prostheses with multi-stage transmissions are provided. 1. A lower limb prosthesis , comprising:a foot member; anda main body rotatably coupled to the foot member at a joint comprising a joint axis, wherein the main body comprises a housing, an actuator, and a transmission comprising at least one intermediate stage and a final stage, and wherein the actuator is configured to transmit an actuator torque to the transmission, the at least one intermediate stage is configured to transmit an intermediate torque about an intermediate axis, and the final stage is configured to transmit a final torque about the joint axis to the foot member.2. The lower limb prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein the main body is rotatably coupled to the foot member through a foot coupler claim 1 , and wherein the final torque is transmitted to the foot member via the foot coupler.3. The lower limb prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein the at least one intermediate stage comprises a first intermediate stage and a second intermediate stage engaged with the first intermediate stage claim 1 , wherein the first intermediate stage is configured to transmit a first intermediate torque about a first intermediate axis and the second intermediate stage is configured to transmit a second intermediate torque about a second intermediate axis.4. The lower limb prosthesis of claim 3 , wherein a direction vector of the first intermediate axis and a direction vector of the second intermediate axis are parallel to a direction vector of the joint axis.5. The lower limb prosthesis of claim 3 , wherein a direction vector of the first intermediate axis and a direction vector of the second intermediate axis are perpendicular to a direction vector of the joint axis.6. The lower limb prosthesis of claim 1 , wherein the at least one intermediate stage comprises a first intermediate stage and a second intermediate stage engaged with the first intermediate stage claim 1 , wherein the first intermediate stage is ...

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Номер записи: 95
11-03-2021 дата публикации

COMPUTER-IMPLEMENTED METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING AN ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE

Номер: US20210069984A1
Автор: GUNDLACK Felix, OPITZ Manuel, RIETH Clemens, SCHNAUBELT Max
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The invention relates to a computer-implemented method for producing an orthopedic device. The method includes receiving at least one data set with patient data, processing the patient data in order to create a patient model, using the patient model to determine patient parameters, and generating a virtual representation of the orthopedic device while using the patient parameters and device parameters. The method further includes receiving at least one input from at least one user, modifying at least one of the patient parameters or device parameters on the basis of the input, and physically creating the orthopedic device. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for producing an orthopedic device , in particular , an orthosis or prosthesis , comprising:receiving at least one data set with patient data;processing the patient data in order to create a patient model;using the patient model to determine patient parameters;generating a virtual representation of the orthopedic device using the patient parameters and device parameters;receiving at least one input from at least one user;modifying at least one of the patient parameters or the device parameters on the basis of the input; andphysically creating the orthopedic device making use of at least one of the device parameters, the patient parameters, or a model of the orthopedic device that is generated on the basis of the patient parameters.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein:physically creating the orthopedic device makes use of the device parameters, the patient parameters, and a model of the orthopedic device that is generated on the basis of the patient parameters.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein:modifying at least one of the patient parameters or the device parameters comprises controlling at least one production machine, in particular at least one 3D printer.16. The method of claim 13 , further comprising:generating a virtual representation of the patient model, andwherein, in generating the virtual representation of ...

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Номер записи: 96
24-03-2022 дата публикации

FRAME MODULE AND MOTION ASSISTANCE APPARATUS INCLUDING THE SAME

Номер: US20220087889A1
Автор: CHOI Byungjune, CHOI Hyun Do, KIM Jeonghun, KIM Yong-Jae, Lee Jongwon, LEE Minhyung, LEE Youn Baek, ROH Se-gon
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A frame module includes a frame configured to enclose a portion of a user, and at least one reinforcement belt of which both end portions are connected to both sides of the frame, thereby restricting a splaying level of the frame in a predetermined direction. 1. A motion assistance apparatus comprising:a driver configured to generate power to assist a motion of a user;a rotating member configured to be rotated using power received from the driver to assist a rotary motion of a joint portion of the user; anda frame module including, 'at least one reinforcement belt with an entirety thereof located proximal to the user with respect to the frame when the motion assistance apparatus is worn by the user to reinforce a stiffness of the frame to inhibit an impact of the frame and the user, the at least one reinforcement belt including at least a bone belt and a parallel belt intersecting at the joint mounting portion and configured to directly connect the joint mounting portion of the side portion of the frame, the bone belt being arranged to incline upwardly from the joint mounting portion to the front portion and the parallel belt extending perpendicular to the bone belt and configured to sit about the third portion of the user.', 'a frame configured to enclose a portion of the user, the frame including a rear portion corresponding to a first portion of the user, a side portion corresponding to a second portion of the user, and a front portion corresponding to a third portion of the user, the side portion of the frame including a joint mounting portion configured to have the rotating member mounted thereto, the front portion including a first binding portion and a second binding portion, the second binding portion configured to detachably connect to the first binding portion; and'}2. The motion assistance apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the at least one reinforcement belt is configured to have an adjustable length.3. The motion assistance apparatus of claim 2 , wherein ...

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Номер записи: 97
15-03-2018 дата публикации

MODULAR AND LIGHTWEIGHT MYOELECTRIC PROSTHESIS COMPONENTS AND RELATED METHODS

Номер: US20180071115A1
Автор: Lipsey James, Sensinger Jon
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Prosthetic devices and, more particularly, modular myoelectric prosthesis components and related methods, are described. In one embodiment, a hand for a prosthetic limb may comprise a rotor-motor; a transmission, comprising a differential roller screw; a linkage coupled to the transmission; and at least one finger coupled to the linkage. In one embodiment, a component part of a wrist of a prosthetic limb may comprise an exterior-rotor motor, a planetary gear transmission, a clutch, and a cycloid transmission. In one embodiment, an elbow for a prosthetic limb may comprise an exterior-rotor motor, and a transmission comprising a planetary gear transmission, a non-backdrivable clutch, and a screw. 118-. (canceled)19. A transmission for an elbow joint of a prosthetic limb , the transmission comprising:a motor, a gear set comprising at least one gear, a non-backdrivable clutch, and a screw, adapted to be housed in a frame pivotally attached to a second portion of the limb;the screw adapted to be coupled to a nut and a first portion of the limb that is pivotable with respect to the second portion of the limb;the screw adapted to receive a rotational force in a first direction from the clutch, and in response to the rotational force in the first direction, extend the nut linearly with respect to the transmission; andthe screw further adapted to receive a rotational force in a second direction from the clutch, and in response to the rotational force in the second direction, retract the nut linearly with respect to the transmission.20. The transmission of claim 19 , wherein the non-backdrivable clutch comprises:a cam comprising an annulus, an input side that is adapted to receive an input force, and an output side that is adapted to provide an output force;a pin and a roller, each located adjacent to the input side of the cam;wherein the cam is adapted so that movement of the cam in response to the input force causes the pin to push the roller out of contact with the annulus ...

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Номер записи: 98
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Prosthetic foot

Номер: US20190070022A1
Автор: Carsten MÖNICKE, Darshan Rane, Jens Nörthemann, Martin Pusch, Nathan Aaron Williams
Принадлежит: Otto Bock HealthCare LP

A prosthetic foot with a structural component having a proximal attachment member for fastening the prosthetic foot to a below-knee tube, a below-knee shaft or a prosthetic knee joint, with a forefoot portion secured or formed on the structural component, and with a heel-side spring-damper system which is assigned to the structural component and which is compressed at a heel strike and bears on a sole-side guide element. The structural component is designed as a leaf spring which extends in a posterior direction from the proximal attachment means, and forms an arch and is guided in an anterior and distal direction, wherein the arch protrudes posteriorly beyond the guide element.

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Номер записи: 99
07-03-2019 дата публикации

Knit Prosthetic Liner Textile With Differentiated Knit Fabric Exterior

Номер: US20190070024A1
Автор: Aldo Laghi, Nathaniel Vint
Принадлежит: Alps South Europe sro

A prosthetic liner for use with a prosthetic assembly that acts as the interface between the residual limb of an amputee and the socket assembly. The prosthetic liner comprises an outer textile with variable stretch characteristics due to the knit construction and stitching and an interior gel layer. The distal region of the liner textile has less stretch than does the intermediate region or proximal region and is stitched together to form a unitary liner. The liner advantageously minimizes a condition referred to as “pistoning” wherein the distal most portion of the residual limb ascends and descends in the lower portion of the socket creating an unhealthy condition for the residual limb.

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Номер записи: 100