Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Leg – Adjustable shank or thigh
Reexamination Certificate
2006-08-29
2006-08-29
Willse, David H. (Department: 3738)
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Leg
Adjustable shank or thigh
C403S087000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07097666
ABSTRACT:
The present invention comprises an angularly adjustable coupler. The first and second ends are in an angularly adjustable mating engagement. The first end has a longitudinal axis and a base with an optionally concave and serrated surface, and can comprise a collared clamp for connecting to a pylon. The second end has a longitudinal axis and a base with an optionally convex and serrated surface, and can comprise a receiver for connecting to a pyramidal adapter. The concave portion of the first end and the convex portion of the second end are complementary to each other. A connector is provided to connect the first and second ends in a selected angular alignment about a fixed axis of rotation. The range of angular alignment of the first and second components spans approximately 50 degrees about the fixed axis of rotation.
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English translation of FR 2 708 848 A1.
Otto Bock. Three pages from web page www.ottobockus.com/products/op—adapters.asp, as viewed on Oct. 22, 2003. Specifically adapter models 4r56=1 and 4r56.
American Prosthetic Components, Inc.
Brannen Law Office, LLC
Willse David H.
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