Energy returning prosthetic joint

Details Energy returning prosthetic joint Energy returning prosthetic joint

2006-07-11

2009-11-17

Snow, Bruce E (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Leg

Knee

Reexamination Certificate

active

07618463

ABSTRACT:
An energy returning prosthetic joint arranged for use as a knee joint in prosthetic limbs includes a biasing or spring member connected to upper and lower attachment members. The spring member includes a composite material having an energy returning property. A cushion may be provided within the range of curvature of the spring member, or be connected to frame members in order to limit motion of the spring member.

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