18243715. UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS simplified abstract (Accenture Global Solutions Limited)
Contents
- 1 UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS
Organization Name
Accenture Global Solutions Limited
Inventor(s)
Jung Wook Park of Foster City CA (US)
Eric Michael Gallo of Moretown VT (US)
Lavinia Andreea Danielescu of Seattle WA (US)
Mark Benjamin Greenspan of Walnut Creek CA (US)
UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18243715 titled 'UPPER EXTREMITY PROSTHETIC DEVICE WITH ENHANCED SPRING DESIGNS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an upper-extremity prosthetic device that utilizes coil springs with conductive surfaces to provide energy return and adaptability to strain.
- The first coil spring is connected to a member and absorbs energy while providing energy return in response to movement.
- The first coil spring has separate conductive surfaces separated by non-conductive surfaces.
- The first cantilever spring includes a conductive trace with multiple conductive segments arranged on it.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in the development of advanced prosthetic devices for upper-extremity amputees, allowing for more natural and efficient movement.
Problems Solved
This innovation addresses the need for prosthetic devices that can adapt to different levels of strain and provide energy return to enhance functionality and user experience.
Benefits
The use of conductive coil springs in prosthetic devices can improve energy efficiency, comfort, and overall performance for users.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Advanced Prosthetic Devices Utilizing Conductive Coil Springs" - This technology could be utilized by prosthetic companies to develop next-generation upper-extremity prosthetic devices with enhanced functionality and user experience.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include existing prosthetic devices with traditional spring mechanisms that do not incorporate conductive surfaces for energy transfer and adaptability.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to existing prosthetic devices on the market?
This article does not provide a direct comparison to existing prosthetic devices in terms of performance, cost, or user satisfaction.
What are the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology in real-world applications?
The article does not address any potential obstacles or drawbacks that may arise when integrating conductive coil springs into prosthetic devices.
Original Abstract Submitted
Springs can provide energy return and have a conductivity that changes in relation to an amount of strain or deformation of the spring. An upper-extremity prosthetic device includes a first coil spring coupled to a first member and a first cantilever spring extending from the first member to a surface adapted to engage with an object. The first coil spring is arranged to absorb energy and to provide energy return in response to movement of the first member. The first coil spring includes a first conductive surface and a second conductive surface separate from the first conductive surface by non-conductive surfaces. The first cantilever spring includes a conductive trace with a plurality of conductive segments arranged on the conductive trace.
