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Magnet assisted orthotic brace

  • US 8,939,924 B1
  • Filed: 05/17/2010
  • Issued: 01/27/2015
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/18/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An orthotic brace hinge comprising:

  • a first hinge element;

    a second hinge element;

    the first and second hinge elements being operably connected;

    the first and second hinge element having a first and second magnetic field respectively whereby the first and second magnetic fields provide a repelling force urging the first and second hinge elements in a pre-determined direction; and

    a third magnetic field on one of the first and second hinge elements providing an attracting force to at least one of the first and second hinge elements further urging the first and second hinge elements in the pre-determined direction.

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