원래 이름 기록: University of Cincinnati

The present invention involves a prosthetic device for supporting an atlantoaxial joint between a C1 vertebra and a C2 vertebra after an odontoidectomy procedure. The device includes a prosthetic dens replacement which is fixed to the C2 vertebra via at least two screws. It also includes a bracket to replace the anterior arch of the C1 vertebra. The bracket is affixed to lateral masses of the C1 vertebra via at least two screws. In addition, the bracket, when affixed to the C1 vertebra, is engageable with the dens replacement that is affixed to the C2 vertebra.

A wearable garment that is capable of providing protection from heat is provided. The garment includes a fabric layer with a carbon nanotube (CNT) sheet. In one embodiment, the fabric layer further includes a layer of meta-aramid material. In another embodiment, the CNT sheet is integrated with a meta-aramid material by stitching the CNT sheet and meta-aramid material together, where the meta-aramid material is Nomex fabric.