Abstract: Disclosed herein are joint implants with sensors. A tibial implant according to the present disclosure can a tibial baseplate configured to contact a tibia, and a tibial insert configured to contact a femoral implant. The tibial insert can include an articular surface configured to contact a corresponding femoral articular surface of the femoral implant, at least one sensor and a battery disposed within a void of the tibial insert, and a detachable case configured to seal an opening of the void. A thickness of the tibial insert between the detachable case and the articular surface of the tibial insert may be 2 mm or more.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an implant with sensors that can communicate with an external source under predetermined conditions. The implant can include at least one sensor configured to detect implant data, a power source, an activation switch in communication with the at least one sensor, the activation switch configured to receive an external input, and a communication module configured to wirelessly communicate with an external source. The implant data can be any of an implant condition or adjacent surgical site condition. The activation switch can be configured to initiate wireless communication between the communication module and the external source to transmit the implant data in response to receiving the external input.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an implant with sensors that can communicate with an external source under predetermined conditions. The implant can include at least one sensor configured to detect implant data. The implant data can be any of an implant condition or adjacent surgical site condition. The implant can include a power source, and a motion switch in communication with the at least one sensor to receive the implant data. A communication module of the implant can be configured to wirelessly communicate with an external source. The motion switch can be configured to initiate wireless communication between the communication module and the external source when the implant data matches a predetermined reference value.

Abstract: Improved systems and methods for operating moveable architectural elements (e.g., furniture) are described. The system can include improved features implemented throughout various elements, including hardware elements, controller elements, and/or software elements. As one example, the system can feature the ability to map a characteristic load profile across a particular length of actuation and, if during operation a measured load exceeds the profile, adjust (e.g., stop) the system's motion. The system can also advantageously map its current draw to increase energy efficiency. In addition, the system can include a positioning system that enables it to automatically determine its position upon start up and during operation. In some implementations, the system includes multiple moveable elements (e.g., furniture items). In some cases, power is distributed to the moveable element(s) using a moveable power distribution module. Many other improvements and features are contemplated and described.

Abstract: Embodiments of this application describe improved techniques for operating moveable furniture items. The techniques can include configuring a moveable furniture item such that it will not pivot of tip over during normal operating conditions. The techniques can also include certain passive safety features, such as selecting components that experience a fail condition if a certain threshold condition is reached. In some embodiments, the furniture item can be programmed to operate in various modes, desirable in certain circumstances. The techniques described herein can improve both the functionality and the safety of moveable furniture items.

Abstract: Improved systems and methods for operating moveable architectural elements (e.g., furniture) are described. The system can include improved features implemented throughout various elements, including hardware elements, controller elements, and/or software elements. As one example, the system can feature the ability to map a characteristic load profile across a particular length of actuation and, if during operation a measured load exceeds the profile, adjust (e.g., stop) the system's motion. The system can also advantageously map its current draw to increase energy efficiency. In addition, the system can include a positioning system that enables it to automatically determine its position upon start up and during operation. In some implementations, the system includes multiple moveable elements (e.g., furniture items). In some cases, power is distributed to the moveable element(s) using a moveable power distribution module. Many other improvements and features are contemplated and described.

Abstract: Improved systems and methods for operating moveable architectural elements (e.g., furniture) are described. The system can include improved features implemented throughout various elements, including hardware elements, controller elements, and/or software elements. As one example, the system can feature the ability to map a characteristic load profile across a particular length of actuation and, if during operation a measured load exceeds the profile, adjust (e.g., stop) the system's motion. The system can also advantageously map its current draw to increase energy efficiency. In addition, the system can include a positioning system that enables it to automatically determine its position upon start up and during operation. In some implementations, the system includes multiple moveable elements (e.g., furniture items). In some cases, power is distributed to the moveable element(s) using a moveable power distribution module. Many other improvements and features are contemplated and described.