This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Malvern Technologies, Inc.. Active years: 1996.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1996
Title: William Knepshield, Jr.: Inventor of a Surgical Knife Foot Plate
Introduction
William Knepshield, Jr. is an inventor associated with West Chester, Pennsylvania. His patent work includes a surgical instrument designed to help surgeons control blade movement during delicate corneal procedures.
Latest Patents
Knepshield’s listed patent is “Rocking Foot Plate for Surgical Knife.” The invention describes a surgical knife intended for astigmatic radial keratotomy and similar procedures. It combines an elongated diamond blade and blade holder with a pivotally attached rocking foot plate. The plate’s lower surface contacts and rocks over the peripheral corneal tissue during an incision, helping the surgeon guide the blade with greater control. Knepshield is credited with 1 patent.
Career Highlights
The patent reflects Knepshield’s contribution to surgical instrument design, focusing on a practical feature intended to support precision during keratorefractive surgery. He is associated with Malvern Technologies, Inc.
Collaborations
Knepshield’s listed coworkers include Kristen K. Fay and William R. Knepshield. The available information identifies these professional associations but does not specify their roles in the patent.
Conclusion
William Knepshield, Jr.’s patented rocking foot plate illustrates how a focused mechanical improvement can support greater control in delicate surgical procedures.
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