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Fremont, CA, United States of America

Joel F Zuhars

This inventor holds 36 USPTO granted patents and 27 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Robotic Surgery. Top assignees: Think Surgical, Inc., Extramet Products LLC. Active years: 2019-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joel F Zuhars. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joel-f-zuhars

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 36 

% Patents Active = 97.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 332(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal36 out of 83 
 
Think Surgical, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
Extramet Products LLC
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2019-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Robotic Surgery
Knee Arthroplasty
Optical Communication
Tool Tracking
Bone Registration
Surgical Pin Placement
Articulating Drill
Laser Guidance
Surgical Cutting
Virtual Plane Alignment
Tibial Trials
Digitizing Registration
36 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12766228 - Surgical article formed from fine grained tungsten carbide in nickel matrix (2026-10-20),
2. 12751776 - Active robotic pin placement in total knee arthroplasty (2026-10-06),
3. 12642595 - Articulating drill system (2026-06-02),
4. 12527633 - Method for confirming registration of tracked bones (2026-01-20),
5. 12453604 - Method of verifying tracking array positional accuracy (2025-10-28),
6. 12383283 - Two degree of freedom system and method (2025-08-12),
7. 12376912 - Methods for locating and tracking a tool axis (2025-08-05),
8. 12290322 - Active robotic pin placement in total knee arthroplasty (2025-05-06),
9. 12220137 - Cut guide for arthroplasty procedures (2025-02-11),
10. 12213747 - Optical communication system (2025-02-04),
11. 12178532 - Robotic alignment of a tool or pin with a virtual plane (2024-12-31),
12. 12171913 - Surgical article formed from fine grained tungsten carbide in nickel matrix (2024-12-24),
13. 12161429 - Active robotic pin placement in total knee arthroplasty (2024-12-10),
14. 12082893 - Robotic pin placement (2024-09-10),
15. 11986255 - Registration for computer-assisted revision arthroplasty (2024-05-21),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Joel F. Zuhars in Medical Technology

Introduction

Joel F. Zuhars, based in Fremont, CA, is a prominent inventor with an impressive portfolio comprising 28 patents. With a focus on advancements in medical technology, particularly orthopedic procedures, Zuhars has made significant contributions that enhance surgical efficiency and accuracy.

Latest Patents

Zuhars' latest innovations include a "Cut Guide for Arthroplasty Procedures," which introduces systems and methods for creating precise cuts on bone. This invention utilizes cutting guides assembled to bone pins that enable accurate alignment with virtual pin planes, ensuring surgeries are executed in the desired position and orientation. Additionally, he developed an "Optical Communication System," which features a tracking system capable of generating and transmitting data at speeds between 1 and 2,000 MB/s. This system not only assists in the tracking of surgical instruments but also provides vital data to enhance orthopedic procedures, such as total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Joel F. Zuhars has worked with reputable companies, including Think Surgical, Inc. and Extramet Products LLC. His work in these organizations has been pivotal in integrating innovative solutions into surgical practices, helping to transform patient outcomes in orthopedic surgeries.

Collaborations

Zuhars has collaborated with notable colleagues, such as Daniel Patrick Bonny and Saleh Tabandeh. Together, they have contributed to the development of groundbreaking technologies that push the boundaries of what's possible in medical science.

Conclusion

The innovative spirit of Joel F. Zuhars continues to inspire advancements in orthopedic surgery. His patents exemplify a commitment to improving surgical techniques and patient experiences, reaffirming the vital role of inventors in the healthcare sector. With each new invention, he sets a standard for excellence that benefits both medical professionals and their patients.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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