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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 26, 2008
Filed:
Sep. 08, 2006
Robert L. Doubler, Ida, MI (US);
John E. Hammill, Sr., Rossford, OH (US);
Robert L. Doubler, Ida, MI (US);
John E. Hammill, Sr., Rossford, OH (US);
Zimmer Spine, Inc., Minneapolis, MN (US);
Abstract
A linear locking set screw system capable of rapid linear engagement and disengagement includes a threaded outwardly expandable set screw and an expander member which are constructed and arranged to thread easily into a threaded aperture while in a first release position and can thereafter be securely locked in place and/or provide a secondary clamping force in a second engaged position. In this manner, the linear fastener system is capable of providing a precise, secure, and reproducible connection between multiple components without the need to apply rotational torque to the assembly.