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Howmedica International Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 40

Forward Citations = 4,480

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43 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Peter Lawes (10 out of 12 patents)

Hans E Harder (8 out of 19 patents)

Karl M Richter (6 out of 7 patents)

4. Alan M Ashby (5 out of 8 patents)

5. Robin S Ling (4 out of 15 patents)

6. Klaus Behrens (4 out of 5 patents)

7. Alan M Ashby (3 out of 4 patents)

8. Rainer Kotz (3 out of 5 patents)

9. Jacques Mata (2 out of 6 patents)

10. Marcel Nyfeler (2 out of 3 patents)

11. Denis Worek (2 out of 3 patents)

12. Sven Olerud (2 out of 9 patents)

13. Tom J Slooff (2 out of 4 patents)

14. Paul F Dorrell (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Nigel G Smith (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Polyurethane Friction Improvement

Bone Measurement Gauge

External Fixation Device

Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene

Orthopedic Implant Reinforcement

Knee Prosthesis Tibial Element

Acetabular Cup Implantation

Prosthetic Bearing Manufacturing

Joint Replacement Surgical Apparatus

Intramedullary Fracture Fixation

Bone Prosthesis Assembly

Modular Prosthesis Design

40 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6221108 - Process for improving the friction rate of soft/compliant polyurethanes (2001-04-24),

2. 6197032 - Gauge for measuring the profile of bone openings (2001-03-06),

3. 6080153 - External fixation device (2000-06-27),

4. 6048480 - Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (2000-04-11),

5. 6015408 - Apparatus for impacting bone chips in a bone canal (2000-01-18),

6. 5989472 - Method for making a reinforced orthopedic implant (1999-11-23),

7. 5928286 - Tibial element for a replacement knee prosthesis (1999-07-27),

8. 5879402 - Method and apparatus for implanting an acetabular cup (1999-03-09),

9. 5879394 - Tibial element for a replacement knee prosthesis (1999-03-09),

10. 5879387 - Prosthetic bearing element and method of manufacture (1999-03-09),

11. 5788704 - Apparatus and method for implanting a prothesis (1998-08-04),

12. 5752954 - External fixation device (1998-05-19),

13. 5665121 - Preformed mantle (1997-09-09),

14. 5630819 - Acetabular bone graft impactor (1997-05-20),

15. 5609646 - Acetabular cup for a total hip prosthesis (1997-03-11),

Howmedica International Inc. is a global medical technology company specializing in orthopedic products. With a focus on designing and manufacturing innovative solutions, they provide advanced surgical implants, instruments, and technologies for orthopedic procedures. Howmedica International is committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for individuals suffering from musculoskeletal conditions. Through research, development, and collaboration with healthcare professionals, they strive to deliver excellence in orthopedic care.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 30 2025

40 Patents

#2 in

#71 in Ireland

#16,565 in the World

Howmedica International Inc.

Forward Citations = 4,480

43 inventors:

Peter Lawes (10 out of 12 patents)

Hans E Harder (8 out of 19 patents)

Karl M Richter (6 out of 7 patents)

4. Alan M Ashby (5 out of 8 patents)

5. Robin S Ling (4 out of 15 patents)

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