Patents by Inventor Ken Eick

Ken Eick 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).

  • Integrated keel-pylon prosthesis
    Patent number: 5993487
    Abstract: A prosthetic component is described for use in a human lower limb prosthesis. The component can consist of an integrated pylon-keel or foot component. The preferred methods of manufacture are thermoforming or injection molding. The use of a single piece of plastic allows for improved energy storing and release characteristics while heightening the wearer's sense of weight reduction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1999
    Assignee: Wright & Filippis
    Inventors: Wade Skardoutos, Ken Eick