Gainesville, FL, United States of America

Laurent Angibaud

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Orthopedic Implants. Top assignees: Exactech, Inc., Advita Ortho, LLC, Blue Ortho. Active years: 2008-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Laurent Angibaud. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/laurent-angibaud

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 10)

% Patents Active = 76.5

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 312(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Ponson-Dessus, FR (2008 - 2013)
Gainesville, FL (US) (2010 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Joint Arthroplasty

Personalized Implant Planning

Mechanical Ligament Balancing

Knee Prosthesis

Shoulder Prosthesis

Patella Implant Systems

Alignment Guides

Mobile Bearing Knee Prosthesis

Surgical Planning

Bone Fixation

Intra-Operative Techniques

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12544141 - Computer-based platforms for implementing a weight-based personalized implant planning during a total joint arthroplasty and methods of use thereof (2026-02-10),

2. 12383338 - Computer-based platform for implementing an intra-operative surgical plan during a total joint arthroplasty (2025-08-12),

3. 12239384 - Computer-based platform for implementing an intra-operative surgical plan during a total joint arthroplasty (2025-03-04),

4. 11950820 - Mechanical ligament balancing devices (2024-04-09),

5. 11944365 - Mechanical ligament balancing devices (2024-04-02),

6. 11712350 - Devices and methods to prevent joint instability following arthroplasty (2023-08-01),

7. 11278338 - Mechanical ligament balancing devices (2022-03-22),

8. 10959853 - Prosthesis component with offset adjustability (2021-03-30),

9. 9393124 - Patella implant systems and patella trials for selecting same (2016-07-19),

10. 8529629 - Shoulder prosthesis with humeral fracture stem (2013-09-10),

11. 8506640 - Systems and methods relating to a knee prosthesis capable of conversion from a cruciate retaining type prosthesis to a posterior stabilizng type prosthesis (2013-08-13),

12. 8414653 - Knee prosthesis system with at least a first tibial portion element (a tibial insert or tibial trial) and a second tibial portion element (a tibial insert or tibial trial), wherein each of the first tibial portion element and the second tibial portion element has a different slope (2013-04-09),

13. 8403934 - Alignment guides for use in computer assisted orthopedic surgery to prepare a bone element for an implant (2013-03-26),

14. 8287600 - Mounting system and method for enhancing implant fixation to bone (2012-10-16),

15. 7708782 - Mobile bearing knee prosthesis (2010-05-04),

Title: Innovations by Inventor Laurent Angibaud

Introduction

Laurent Angibaud is an accomplished inventor based in Gainesville, FL, whose contributions to the field of medical technology are noteworthy. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Angibaud continues to push the boundaries of surgical innovation, particularly in the realm of joint arthroplasty.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a revolutionary computer-based platform designed to implement intra-operative surgical plans during total joint arthroplasty. This method involves receiving a surgeon-specific surgery profile that accommodates various patient factors, including implant and bone registration data. The surgical plan model generated is tailored to achieve individualized post-surgery functional outcomes based on multiple surgical parameters, ultimately presented through an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) on a surgery assistant device.

Another significant patent includes mechanical ligament balancing devices that feature two plates interfacing with opposing bone structures of a joint. These plates are connected by a mechanical actuation mechanism that applies a consistent distraction force along a defined axis. This innovation allows for a precise range of motion while ensuring stability during surgical interventions.

Career Highlights

Laurent Angibaud has played a pivotal role in advancing medical technology through his work with notable companies such as Exactech, Inc. and Blue Ortho. His expertise in aligning surgical procedures with innovative technology has been instrumental in the development of products that enhance surgical precision and patient outcomes.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Angibaud has collaborated with prominent professionals such as Albert H. Burstein and C. Michael Mauldin, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in joint replacement surgery. These partnerships have fostered a rich exchange of ideas, significantly impacting the field.

Conclusion

As an innovative inventor, Laurent Angibaud continues to shape the landscape of surgical technology. His commitment to enhancing surgical procedures through his patents reflects a deep understanding of both the technical and functional requirements essential for successful joint arthroplasty. The evolution of his inventions promises to contribute to improved surgical practices for years to come.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.