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1475 NXT-5PROV NXT-5, 6, 7, 8 deploy or deployment
As used herein, a “deploy” or "deployment" refers to an act, action, process, system, method, means, or apparatus for inserting an implant or prosthesis into or onto a part, body part, and/or patient. “Deploy” or "deployment" can also refer to an act, action, process, system, method, means, or apparatus for placing something into therapeutic use. A device, system, component, medication, drug, compound, or nutrient may be deployed by a human operator, a mechanical device, an automated system, a computer system or program, a robotic system, or the like. As used herein, a “deploy” or "deployment" refers to an act, action, process, system, method, means, or apparatus for inserting an implant or prosthesis into or onto a part, body part, and/or patient. “Deploy” or "deployment" can also refer to an act, action, process, system, method, means, or apparatus for placing something into therapeutic use. A device, system, component, medication, drug, compound, or nutrient may be deployed by a human operator, a mechanical device, an automated system, a computer system or program, a robotic system, or the like.
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2235 TMC-PAT-6PROV Single pass
"Single pass" refers to a mode of operation in which an oscillating wedge osteotomy blade completes a full bone resection, cut, or wedge osteotomy in one continuous motion or stroke without requiring multiple sequential passes or repeated repositioning of the blade. A single pass may be facilitated by the geometry of the blade, including a progressively increasing thickness across the cut face, cutting teeth orientation, or oscillatory motion, allowing for controlled separation of bone segments in a single engagement. Effectiveness of a single pass may depend on factors such as blade design, oscillation amplitude, bone density, and applied force. Instruments or tools capable of performing a single pass osteotomy include, without limitation, oscillating wedge osteotomy blades, surgical saws, bone-cutting instruments, and similar surgical devices configured for precision bone modification. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Single pass" refers to a mode of operation in which an oscillating wedge osteotomy blade completes a full bone resection, cut, or wedge osteotomy in one continuous motion or stroke without requiring multiple sequential passes or repeated repositioning of the blade. A single pass may be facilitated by the geometry of the blade, including a progressively increasing thickness across the cut face, cutting teeth orientation, or oscillatory motion, allowing for controlled separation of bone segments in a single engagement. Effectiveness of a single pass may depend on factors such as blade design, oscillation amplitude, bone density, and applied force. Instruments or tools capable of performing a single pass osteotomy include, without limitation, oscillating wedge osteotomy blades, surgical saws, bone-cutting instruments, and similar surgical devices configured for precision bone modification. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2234 TMC-PAT-6PROV Apex
"Apex" refers to a point, region, or junction within a wedge osteotomy where two intersecting planes of the osteotomy converge, forming the narrowest portion of the resected wedge. The apex may define the focal point of angular correction, structural modification, or bone realignment resulting from the osteotomy. The position, orientation, and geometry of the apex may vary based on surgical technique, bone morphology, and the intended clinical outcome. The apex may be characterized or measured relative to one or more reference axes, planes, or anatomical landmarks to ensure precision in bone resection and correction. Instruments or tools configured to create an apex in a wedge osteotomy include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, saw blades, bone-cutting guides, surgical cutting instruments, or other devices used in orthopedic or reconstructive procedures. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Apex" refers to a point, region, or junction within a wedge osteotomy where two intersecting planes of the osteotomy converge, forming the narrowest portion of the resected wedge. The apex may define the focal point of angular correction, structural modification, or bone realignment resulting from the osteotomy. The position, orientation, and geometry of the apex may vary based on surgical technique, bone morphology, and the intended clinical outcome. The apex may be characterized or measured relative to one or more reference axes, planes, or anatomical landmarks to ensure precision in bone resection and correction. Instruments or tools configured to create an apex in a wedge osteotomy include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, saw blades, bone-cutting guides, surgical cutting instruments, or other devices used in orthopedic or reconstructive procedures. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2233 TMC-PAT-6PROV Cut face
"Cut face" refers to a surface, region, or portion of a cutting tool that is defined by and/or results from the arrangement, orientation, and interaction of one or more cutting teeth, cutting edges, and/or cutting features. The cut face may be formed by a collective engagement of cutting elements (or subset of cutting elements) with a target material, influencing the characteristics of material removal, surface finish, and cutting performance. The geometry, shape, and configuration of the cut face may vary based on factors such as the positioning and spacing of cutting teeth, the rake and engagement angles of the cutting features, how a cutting tool is operated and/or the intended cutting application. Tools or instruments incorporating a cut face include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting tools, burrs, and other cutting or abrading instruments configured for controlled material removal. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Cut face" refers to a surface, region, or portion of a cutting tool that is defined by and/or results from the arrangement, orientation, and interaction of one or more cutting teeth, cutting edges, and/or cutting features. The cut face may be formed by a collective engagement of cutting elements (or subset of cutting elements) with a target material, influencing the characteristics of material removal, surface finish, and cutting performance. The geometry, shape, and configuration of the cut face may vary based on factors such as the positioning and spacing of cutting teeth, the rake and engagement angles of the cutting features, how a cutting tool is operated and/or the intended cutting application. Tools or instruments incorporating a cut face include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting tools, burrs, and other cutting or abrading instruments configured for controlled material removal. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2232 TMC-PAT-6PROV Cut line
"Cut line" refers to a defined path, boundary, trajectory, or line formed or intended to be formed by a cutting tool as it engages, penetrates, separates, or removes material from a target object or surface. The cut line may represent the region or boundary of separation created by one or more teeth, edges, or cutting features of the tool. The characteristics, quality, precision, or dimensions of the cut line can depend upon factors such as the geometry of the cutting tool, the configuration and orientation of the teeth or cutting elements, the motion or operation of the tool, and the properties of the target material. Cutting tools or instruments configured to form or define a cut line include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting instruments, blades, drills, burrs, or other similar cutting, abrading, or material-shaping tools. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Cut line" refers to a defined path, boundary, trajectory, or line formed or intended to be formed by a cutting tool as it engages, penetrates, separates, or removes material from a target object or surface. The cut line may represent the region or boundary of separation created by one or more teeth, edges, or cutting features of the tool. The characteristics, quality, precision, or dimensions of the cut line can depend upon factors such as the geometry of the cutting tool, the configuration and orientation of the teeth or cutting elements, the motion or operation of the tool, and the properties of the target material. Cutting tools or instruments configured to form or define a cut line include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting instruments, blades, drills, burrs, or other similar cutting, abrading, or material-shaping tools. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2229 TMC-PAT-6PROV Lateral axis
"Lateral axis" refers to an axis of a structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof that extends horizontally or transversely, typically perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. Generally, a lateral axis passes through a central region of the structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof, and extends between opposing lateral sides. The reference center point used to define or characterize the lateral axis may include, without limitation, a geometric center point, a mass center point, or another suitable reference feature or measurement relevant to the structure, object, or device. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Lateral axis" refers to an axis of a structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof that extends horizontally or transversely, typically perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. Generally, a lateral axis passes through a central region of the structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof, and extends between opposing lateral sides. The reference center point used to define or characterize the lateral axis may include, without limitation, a geometric center point, a mass center point, or another suitable reference feature or measurement relevant to the structure, object, or device. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2228 TMC-PAT-6PROV Vertical axis
"Vertical axis" refers to an axis of a structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof that extends vertically or substantially vertically, typically perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to both the longitudinal axis and lateral axis. Typically, a vertical axis passes through a central region of the structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof, extending between superior (upper) and inferior (lower) surfaces or ends. The reference center point used to define or characterize the vertical axis may include, without limitation, a geometric center point, a mass center point, or another suitable reference feature or measurement relevant to the structure, object, or device. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Vertical axis" refers to an axis of a structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof that extends vertically or substantially vertically, typically perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to both the longitudinal axis and lateral axis. Typically, a vertical axis passes through a central region of the structure, device, object, apparatus, or part thereof, extending between superior (upper) and inferior (lower) surfaces or ends. The reference center point used to define or characterize the vertical axis may include, without limitation, a geometric center point, a mass center point, or another suitable reference feature or measurement relevant to the structure, object, or device. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2226 TMC-PAT-6PROV Rake angle
"Rake angle" refers to the angle formed between the face of a cutting tooth and a reference line or plane that is perpendicular to the direction of cutting or relative to an axis or plane associated with the tooth or the cutting tool. The rake angle can influence the cutting performance, efficiency, and effectiveness of a cutting tooth by affecting factors such as cutting force, chip formation, surface finish, and tool longevity. The rake angle may be positive, negative, or neutral, depending on the intended application, the type of material being cut, and the desired cutting behavior. Teeth having a rake angle can be incorporated into various components, including, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, saw blades, rasp blades, milling cutters, drill bits, surgical instruments, and other cutting, shaping, or abrading tools. The rake angle can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference planes, axes, surfaces, or dimensions associated with the tooth or the overall cutting tool. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Rake angle" refers to the angle formed between the face of a cutting tooth and a reference line or plane that is perpendicular to the direction of cutting or relative to an axis or plane associated with the tooth or the cutting tool. The rake angle can influence the cutting performance, efficiency, and effectiveness of a cutting tooth by affecting factors such as cutting force, chip formation, surface finish, and tool longevity. The rake angle may be positive, negative, or neutral, depending on the intended application, the type of material being cut, and the desired cutting behavior. Teeth having a rake angle can be incorporated into various components, including, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, saw blades, rasp blades, milling cutters, drill bits, surgical instruments, and other cutting, shaping, or abrading tools. The rake angle can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference planes, axes, surfaces, or dimensions associated with the tooth or the overall cutting tool. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2225 TMC-PAT-6PROV face
"Face" refers to a surface, portion, or region of a cutting tooth or similar cutting structure designed or configured to interact with, engage, cut, abrade, or remove material from a target object. The face typically extends from a cutting edge or tip of the tooth toward a base or body of the tooth, and may be angled, contoured, planar, or otherwise shaped to achieve specific cutting or abrading characteristics. The geometry and characteristics of a face may vary based upon factors such as desired cutting efficiency, material to be cut, and overall tooth performance. A face may be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or geometric or functional features of the tooth or structure on which it resides. Components incorporating teeth having faces include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting tools, machining tools, and other cutting or abrading instruments configured for material shaping, modification, or removal. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Face" refers to a surface, portion, or region of a cutting tooth or similar cutting structure designed or configured to interact with, engage, cut, abrade, or remove material from a target object. The face typically extends from a cutting edge or tip of the tooth toward a base or body of the tooth, and may be angled, contoured, planar, or otherwise shaped to achieve specific cutting or abrading characteristics. The geometry and characteristics of a face may vary based upon factors such as desired cutting efficiency, material to be cut, and overall tooth performance. A face may be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or geometric or functional features of the tooth or structure on which it resides. Components incorporating teeth having faces include, without limitation, wedge osteotomy blades, rasp blades, saw blades, milling cutters, surgical cutting tools, machining tools, and other cutting or abrading instruments configured for material shaping, modification, or removal. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2223 TMC-PAT-6PROV Height
"Height" refers to a dimension or characteristic of an object, material, or structural component that extends vertically, perpendicularly, or in an orientation distinct from length or width, relative to a defined axis, plane, or reference feature. Height may be uniform or vary (nonuniform) and can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects or components having height include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, tools, wedge osteotomy blades, or other components engineered for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Height" refers to a dimension or characteristic of an object, material, or structural component that extends vertically, perpendicularly, or in an orientation distinct from length or width, relative to a defined axis, plane, or reference feature. Height may be uniform or vary (nonuniform) and can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects or components having height include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, tools, wedge osteotomy blades, or other components engineered for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2222 TMC-PAT-6PROV width
"Width" refers to a dimension, measurement, or characteristic of an object, material, or structural component that extends across or perpendicular to a defined length, axis, or reference feature. Width may be uniform or vary (nonuniform) and can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects or components having width include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, implants, wedge osteotomy blades, or other engineered elements designed for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Width" refers to a dimension, measurement, or characteristic of an object, material, or structural component that extends across or perpendicular to a defined length, axis, or reference feature. Width may be uniform or vary (nonuniform) and can be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects or components having width include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, implants, wedge osteotomy blades, or other engineered elements designed for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2221 TMC-PAT-6PROV nonuniform thickness
"Nonuniform thickness" refers to a characteristic of an object, material, or structural component having a thickness that varies or changes along its length, width, or surface area. Nonuniform thickness may include gradual or abrupt variations, changes in dimensions, or thickness profiles designed to meet specific structural, functional, or operational requirements. The variation in thickness may be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects exhibiting nonuniform thickness can include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, wedge osteotomy blades, or other components engineered for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025). "Nonuniform thickness" refers to a characteristic of an object, material, or structural component having a thickness that varies or changes along its length, width, or surface area. Nonuniform thickness may include gradual or abrupt variations, changes in dimensions, or thickness profiles designed to meet specific structural, functional, or operational requirements. The variation in thickness may be defined, characterized, or measured relative to one or more reference dimensions, axes, surfaces, or other geometric or functional features of the object or structure. Objects exhibiting nonuniform thickness can include, without limitation, cutting blades, wedges, mechanical parts, surgical implants, wedge osteotomy blades, or other components engineered for specific performance or application needs. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT 4o Version, March 18, 2025).
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2127 PER-23 wedge angle
"Wedge Angle" refers to an angle measured between two surfaces or planes of a wedge shape. A wedge angle can also be an angle between two sides of a wedge shape. "Wedge Angle" refers to an angle measured between two surfaces or planes of a wedge shape. A wedge angle can also be an angle between two sides of a wedge shape.
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1588 OPT-13 directional arrows 3d axis three-dimensional axis
Figure <<FILL-IN>> illustrates a three-dimensional axis 110. The three-dimensional axis 110 includes a cephalad-caudal axis 112, a medial-lateral axis 114, and an anterior-posterior axis 116. OR From PER-23 Fig 10B FIG. 10A illustrates a plantar side view of patient-specific guide 720a according to one embodiment. FIG. 10A also illustrates a three-dimensional axis 1000, oriented based on how a medial patient-specific guide is oriented during use. The three-dimensional axis 1000 includes a medial-lateral axis 1002, a dorsal-plantar axis 1004, and an anterior-posterior axis 1006. Figure <<FILL-IN>> illustrates a three-dimensional axis 110. The three-dimensional axis 110 includes a cephalad-caudal axis 112, a medial-lateral axis 114, and an anterior-posterior axis 116. OR From PER-23 Fig 10B FIG. 10A illustrates a plantar side view of patient-specific guide 720a according to one embodiment. FIG. 10A also illustrates a three-dimensional axis 1000, oriented based on how a medial patient-specific guide is oriented during use. The three-dimensional axis 1000 includes a medial-lateral axis 1002, a dorsal-plantar axis 1004, and an anterior-posterior axis 1006.
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2218 PER-33 surgical procedure
"Surgical procedure" refers to a process, method, or series of steps performed using medical instruments, devices, or techniques to diagnose, treat, address, modify, repair, or remove biological tissues in a controlled manner. A surgical procedure may be performed on soft tissues, hard tissues, or a combination thereof and may involve cutting, reshaping, rasping, contouring, repositioning, removing, repairing, grafting, or otherwise altering tissues to achieve a desired medical or functional outcome. A surgical procedure may be conducted through open surgery, minimally invasive techniques, robotic-assisted methods, or other medical approaches depending on the specific application. In the context of osteotomy surgical procedures of the foot, a surgical procedure may include, but is not limited to, distal metatarsal osteotomy, proximal metatarsal osteotomy, diaphyseal osteotomy, Chevron osteotomy, Scarf osteotomy, Ludloff osteotomy, Akin osteotomy, Weil osteotomy, Cotton osteotomy, Evans osteotomy, Dwyer osteotomy, Lapidus procedure, closing wedge osteotomy, opening wedge osteotomy, and the like. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025). "Surgical procedure" refers to a process, method, or series of steps performed using medical instruments, devices, or techniques to diagnose, treat, address, modify, repair, or remove biological tissues in a controlled manner. A surgical procedure may be performed on soft tissues, hard tissues, or a combination thereof and may involve cutting, reshaping, rasping, contouring, repositioning, removing, repairing, grafting, or otherwise altering tissues to achieve a desired medical or functional outcome. A surgical procedure may be conducted through open surgery, minimally invasive techniques, robotic-assisted methods, or other medical approaches depending on the specific application. In the context of osteotomy surgical procedures of the foot, a surgical procedure may include, but is not limited to, distal metatarsal osteotomy, proximal metatarsal osteotomy, diaphyseal osteotomy, Chevron osteotomy, Scarf osteotomy, Ludloff osteotomy, Akin osteotomy, Weil osteotomy, Cotton osteotomy, Evans osteotomy, Dwyer osteotomy, Lapidus procedure, closing wedge osteotomy, opening wedge osteotomy, and the like. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025).
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1978 PER-14 hard tissue
"Hard tissue" refers to any human or animal tissue that is not soft tissue. Examples of hard tissue include bone, cortical bone, teeth, tooth enamel, dentin, cementum, cartilage, or the like. "Hard tissue" refers to any human or animal tissue that is not soft tissue. Examples of hard tissue include bone, cortical bone, teeth, tooth enamel, dentin, cementum, cartilage, or the like.
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2213 TMC-PAT-5 tooth or teeth
"Tooth" or "teeth" refers to a structural feature of a cutting, rasping, or abrading tool that is configured to engage, cut, tear, abrade, or otherwise modify a target material through mechanical interaction. A tooth may be arranged singularly or in a plurality along a cutting edge, along a cutting face, on an abrading surface, and/or within a rasp feature set. A tooth and may be structured, sized, or configured, to optimize material removal efficiency, cutting precision, abrading precision, and/or surface contouring. A tooth may be shaped, arranged, or functionally similar to biological teeth found in animals or humans, but may also encompass artificial or engineered structures specifically designed for cutting, abrading, or shaping applications. A tooth may include a tooth base, a point, a face, at least one side, and/or a thickness measured from one side to an opposite side of the tooth. The tooth base refers to the portion of the tooth that connects to, or is supported by, a blade, a body, a surface, or a substrate. The point refers to the terminal end of the tooth, which may come to a sharp tip, may resemble a chisel, or may taper into an edge to facilitate material engagement. The face of the tooth includes a surface that contacts the target material. A tooth face may have a rake angle, which can influence the cutting, shearing, or abrading interaction of the tooth with the target material. The at least one side or plurality of sides of the tooth define its lateral boundaries and may contribute to the overall cutting or abrading geometry. The thickness of the tooth is measured between opposing sides and may determine the durability, rigidity, and cutting efficiency of the tooth. A tooth height is measured from the point to the tooth base. A tooth may be made from a variety of materials, including but not limited to stainless steel, titanium, carbide, ceramic, composite materials, polymers, biocompatible materials, or other engineered substances selected for durability, cutting performance, and wear resistance. A tooth may vary in design based on application-specific requirements and may include serrated, chisel-shaped, hooked, beveled, offset, or other specialized geometries to optimize cutting, abrading, or contouring operations. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025). "Tooth" or "teeth" refers to a structural feature of a cutting, rasping, or abrading tool that is configured to engage, cut, tear, abrade, or otherwise modify a target material through mechanical interaction. A tooth may be arranged singularly or in a plurality along a cutting edge, along a cutting face, on an abrading surface, and/or within a rasp feature set. A tooth and may be structured, sized, or configured, to optimize material removal efficiency, cutting precision, abrading precision, and/or surface contouring. A tooth may be shaped, arranged, or functionally similar to biological teeth found in animals or humans, but may also encompass artificial or engineered structures specifically designed for cutting, abrading, or shaping applications. A tooth may include a tooth base, a point, a face, at least one side, and/or a thickness measured from one side to an opposite side of the tooth. The tooth base refers to the portion of the tooth that connects to, or is supported by, a blade, a body, a surface, or a substrate. The point refers to the terminal end of the tooth, which may come to a sharp tip, may resemble a chisel, or may taper into an edge to facilitate material engagement. The face of the tooth includes a surface that contacts the target material. A tooth face may have a rake angle, which can influence the cutting, shearing, or abrading interaction of the tooth with the target material. The at least one side or plurality of sides of the tooth define its lateral boundaries and may contribute to the overall cutting or abrading geometry. The thickness of the tooth is measured between opposing sides and may determine the durability, rigidity, and cutting efficiency of the tooth. A tooth height is measured from the point to the tooth base. A tooth may be made from a variety of materials, including but not limited to stainless steel, titanium, carbide, ceramic, composite materials, polymers, biocompatible materials, or other engineered substances selected for durability, cutting performance, and wear resistance. A tooth may vary in design based on application-specific requirements and may include serrated, chisel-shaped, hooked, beveled, offset, or other specialized geometries to optimize cutting, abrading, or contouring operations. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025).
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2211 TMC-PAT-5 moment arm
"Moment arm" refers to the perpendicular distance between a specified axis of rotation and the line of action of a force applied to a body. The moment arm determines the effectiveness of the applied force in generating torque about the axis of rotation, where a greater moment arm results in a proportionally larger torque for the same applied force. The length of the moment arm may depend on the spatial relationship between the force application point and the rotational axis, and may be influenced by factors such as mechanical linkages, joint configurations, or force orientation. The moment arm is commonly used in mechanical and biomechanical analysis to assess torque generation and load distribution in various systems, including structural mechanics, robotics, and human movement. The moment arm is typically expressed in units of length, such as meters in the International System of Units or feet in the Imperial system. In the context of an oscillation mount that connects a rasp blade to an oscillation handpiece, the moment arm refers to the perpendicular distance between the axis of oscillation (pivot axis) and a point or points where forces are transferred to the rasp blade at the contact points or interfaces of the oscillation mount. The moment arm may influence how torque generated by the oscillation handpiece is transmitted to the rasp blade, affecting bone removal efficiency, rasp blade stability during operation, and the structural integrity of the oscillation mount. A longer moment arm may result in greater torque being applied to the rasp blade, which may enhance material removal efficiency but also increase mechanical loading at the oscillation mount, potentially leading to structural failure. A shorter moment arm may reduce torque output while improving stability and structural reliability of the oscillation mount but may require increased oscillation amplitude or force application to achieve the desired bone resection or shaping. The mass of the rasp blade, combined with a larger moment arm, may introduce greater inertial effects, influencing oscillatory motion and load distribution at the oscillation mount. The moment arm may be affected by factors such as the mounting configuration of the rasp blade, the positioning of the cutting or abrading surfaces relative to the oscillation axis, and the dynamic forces generated during operation. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025.) "Moment arm" refers to the perpendicular distance between a specified axis of rotation and the line of action of a force applied to a body. The moment arm determines the effectiveness of the applied force in generating torque about the axis of rotation, where a greater moment arm results in a proportionally larger torque for the same applied force. The length of the moment arm may depend on the spatial relationship between the force application point and the rotational axis, and may be influenced by factors such as mechanical linkages, joint configurations, or force orientation. The moment arm is commonly used in mechanical and biomechanical analysis to assess torque generation and load distribution in various systems, including structural mechanics, robotics, and human movement. The moment arm is typically expressed in units of length, such as meters in the International System of Units or feet in the Imperial system. In the context of an oscillation mount that connects a rasp blade to an oscillation handpiece, the moment arm refers to the perpendicular distance between the axis of oscillation (pivot axis) and a point or points where forces are transferred to the rasp blade at the contact points or interfaces of the oscillation mount. The moment arm may influence how torque generated by the oscillation handpiece is transmitted to the rasp blade, affecting bone removal efficiency, rasp blade stability during operation, and the structural integrity of the oscillation mount. A longer moment arm may result in greater torque being applied to the rasp blade, which may enhance material removal efficiency but also increase mechanical loading at the oscillation mount, potentially leading to structural failure. A shorter moment arm may reduce torque output while improving stability and structural reliability of the oscillation mount but may require increased oscillation amplitude or force application to achieve the desired bone resection or shaping. The mass of the rasp blade, combined with a larger moment arm, may introduce greater inertial effects, influencing oscillatory motion and load distribution at the oscillation mount. The moment arm may be affected by factors such as the mounting configuration of the rasp blade, the positioning of the cutting or abrading surfaces relative to the oscillation axis, and the dynamic forces generated during operation. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025.)
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2210 TMC-PAT-5 Mass moment of inertia Moment of inertia
"Mass moment of inertia" or "Moment of inertia" refers to a measure of an object's resistance to angular acceleration about a specific axis of rotation. The mass moment of inertia is determined by the distribution of an object's mass relative to the axis of rotation, where an increase in mass at a greater distance from the axis results in a higher moment of inertia. The mass moment of inertia may be used to quantify how mass is spatially arranged and how that arrangement affects the rotational dynamics of an object. The mass moment of inertia is typically expressed in units of kilogram meter squared. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025.) "Mass moment of inertia" or "Moment of inertia" refers to a measure of an object's resistance to angular acceleration about a specific axis of rotation. The mass moment of inertia is determined by the distribution of an object's mass relative to the axis of rotation, where an increase in mass at a greater distance from the axis results in a higher moment of inertia. The mass moment of inertia may be used to quantify how mass is spatially arranged and how that arrangement affects the rotational dynamics of an object. The mass moment of inertia is typically expressed in units of kilogram meter squared. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025.)
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2207 TMC-PAT-5 bone debris
"Bone debris" refers to particulate material generated during the cutting, shaping, or modification of bone using surgical instruments such as osteotomy blades, rasp blade, contouring blades, osteotomy rasps, saws, drills, or the like. Bone debris may include bone chips, bone dust, fragments, or other dislodged material resulting from mechanical interaction between a cutting tool or rasping tool or contouring tool and bone tissue. In certain embodiments, bone debris may vary in size, composition, and morphology, depending on factors such as the cutting speed, tool geometry, bone density, and applied force. Bone debris may consist of cortical bone particles, cancellous bone fragments, or a combination thereof, and may accumulate at or near the cutting interface/face, and may affect cutting efficiency, visibility, and/or heat dissipation. As used herein, "bone debris" encompasses any solid byproduct of bone modification that may require evacuation, removal, or management to maintain optimal surgical performance, ensure procedural accuracy, or facilitate bone healing. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025). "Bone debris" refers to particulate material generated during the cutting, shaping, or modification of bone using surgical instruments such as osteotomy blades, rasp blade, contouring blades, osteotomy rasps, saws, drills, or the like. Bone debris may include bone chips, bone dust, fragments, or other dislodged material resulting from mechanical interaction between a cutting tool or rasping tool or contouring tool and bone tissue. In certain embodiments, bone debris may vary in size, composition, and morphology, depending on factors such as the cutting speed, tool geometry, bone density, and applied force. Bone debris may consist of cortical bone particles, cancellous bone fragments, or a combination thereof, and may accumulate at or near the cutting interface/face, and may affect cutting efficiency, visibility, and/or heat dissipation. As used herein, "bone debris" encompasses any solid byproduct of bone modification that may require evacuation, removal, or management to maintain optimal surgical performance, ensure procedural accuracy, or facilitate bone healing. (Defined in conjunction with ChatGPT Version 4o, March 12, 2025).
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