Paragraph Number

89

As used herein, a “socket” refers to a hollow, void, opening, or depression formed in or defined within a surface of an object or structure. In certain embodiments, the socket does not pass through the object or structure having the surface. A socket can have a variety of cross-section shapes (e.g., ovoid, oval, round, circular, rectangular, square, or the like) and have a variety of configurations for one or more walls that define the socket. In one example, a socket can have one or more walls that connect in rounded corners. In certain embodiments, a socket is sized and shaped to receive or accept another structure. In certain embodiments, a socket may comprise a stepped socket having a proximal portion and a distal portion and the two portions have different diameters or different widths or lengths that define a step between the two portions.

Added by DJM 12 2021