Patents by Inventor Christopher McKnett

Christopher McKnett has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20060184174
    Abstract: An adjustable drill for use in implanting orthopedic screws, such as adjustable compression screws having a separate adjustable head. The adjustable drill comprises a primary drill bit and a countersink drill bit encircling the primary drill bit. The countersink drill bit is configured to selectively slide along the primary drill bit for use in selecting a drill depth. The countersink drill bit is associated with a stop member that is configured to selectively lock the countersink drill bit at one of a plurality of selected positions along the primary drill bit to thereby establish a drill depth. The drill depth corresponds to the size of a selected screw implant, allowing the drill to be used as a trial. The adjustable drill forms a bore having a primary bore and a countersunk entry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2005
    Publication date: August 17, 2006
    Inventors: Brian Harris, Christopher McKnett
  • Publication number: 20050209604
    Abstract: The invention is directed to an instrument for use in minimally invasive hip surgery. In particular, the instrument is useful for both alignment and insertion/impaction of an acetabular shell. Furthermore, the instrument is suitable for assuring the shell is impacted with the proper abduction and version in left or right hips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2004
    Publication date: September 22, 2005
    Inventors: Brad Penenberg, Irina Timmerman, Christopher McKnett