Patents by Inventor Michael B. Devas

Michael B. Devas 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).

  • Patent number: 4240162
    Abstract: An endoprosthetic device for replacing the patellar articular surface is provided in multi-part constructional form and comprises: a first part adapted for securement in the posterior region of the patella, and a second part separately connected with said first part and having an exposed surface shaped to simulate the patellar articular surface. This device can be used for replacement of the patellar articular surface in isolation, and can be subsequently modified, when appropriate, by replacement of the second part for accommodation with a fuller replacement of articular surfaces in the knee joint. Conveniently, the afore-mentioned parts have aligned bores and are interconnected by a replaceable snap-fit third part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1978
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1980
    Assignee: National Research Development Corporation
    Inventor: Michael B. Devas