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Products: Motion Control
See the product focus this month, which is on motors and motion control, including Bison's enhanced washdown gearmotor line, Nippon Pulse's direct-drive AC servo motors, Portescap's brushless DC motors, and a new line of servomotors from Siemens.
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Products: Connectivity
See the product of the month: Fischer Connectors' new low-voltage multipole connectors for medical devices, the First Mate Last Break (FMLB).
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Quiz: Sensors/Data Acquisition
From injury prevention to player performance monitoring, cutting-edge medical technologies such as wearable devices, advanced imaging, and data analytics have become integral components in the realm of hockey. Take this quiz to learn more about the impact of medical technology on the sport and the players.
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White Papers: Materials
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Polymer Seals Optimize the Performance of Robot Joints
A Robotics Case Study by Omniseal Solutions™

Learn how our polymer seals optimize the performance of robot arm joints through precision and reduced wear and tear. Discover statistics...

News: Medical

Medtronic plc (NYSE: MDT), a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the...

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Blog: Software

The advent of Industry 4.0 marks a transformative change in the manufacturing landscape, presenting abundant prospects for enhanced efficiency, personalized solutions, and groundbreaking...

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News: Software

MasterControl, a provider of quality and manufacturing software solutions for the life sciences industry, has released a new study analyzing five years of product recall...

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INSIDER: Design

Researchers have developed an intravenous (IV) needle that softens upon insertion, minimizing risk of damage to blood vessels and tissues. The Phase-Convertible, Adapting and non-REusable...

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Trivia: Robotics, Automation & Control

What neurosurgery technique was inspired by a wine bottle opener?

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News: Medical

Boston Scientific has closed the acquisition of Relievant Medsystems Inc., a company that offers the only U.S. Food and Drug Administration-cleared...

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News: Materials

Siemens is expanding its focus on additive manufacturing (AM) initiatives in the United States to help accelerate the transformation of the U.S. AM industry through serial...

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Inside Story: Packaging & Sterilization
To find out more about the expertise required to establish a safe and effective EO Sterilization for medical devices, MDB recently spoke with Elizabeth Sydnor, director of microbiology for Eurofins Medical Device Testing (Lancaster, PA).
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INSIDER: Medical

A new hydrogel-based delivery system balances the acidic environment in a tumor and greatly enhances the cancer-fighting activity of the chemotherapeutic drug it encapsulates in lab...

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INSIDER: Medical

A team of university and industry researchers is developing new formulations and manufacturing processes for the messenger RNA (mRNA) delivery systems used in some COVID...

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On-Demand Webinars: Medical
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In September 2023, the FDA released a new revision to its guidance document on the use of ISO 10993-1, which focuses on the evaluation and testing of...

News: Regulations/Standards

NuVasive and Zimmer Biomet, both leading innovators in the medical devices industry, have become Pending Subscribers to the MedAccred accreditation program.

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Blog: Connectivity

New tools and technologies are driving healthcare change. The rapid adoption of mobile applications, cloud solutions and wearable devices makes it possible for care...

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White Papers: Medical
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Quantification of the Removal and Inactivation of Virus Particles

There is frequently a need to remove from or inactivate viruses in biological fluids or water to ensure the liquid is not contaminated. Viral inactivation causes viruses to...

Features: Medical
The Internet of Things has developed into an essential component of the medical manufacturing sector. The transformation IoT has brought about is both astonishing and inspiring. However, integrating IoT devices into medical manufacturing processes goes beyond following a trend.
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Briefs: Design
Neither the MDR nor Annex XVI are new. Nevertheless, the entry into force of the common specifications now presents a new situation for manufacturers of devices without an intended medical purpose.
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Features: Wearables
Experienced design teams that have the expertise in the regulatory aspect of device design during the R&D process (involving UX/UI design, human factors engineering, user research, prototyping) will be coveted, especially with the growth that is occurring in the home medical equipment market.
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Features: Medical
Selecting suitable bearings for medical devices is crucial in ensuring their reliability and performance. Factors such as material choice, lubrication, precision and noise levels, and protection from contamination should be carefully considered to meet the demanding requirements of the healthcare industry.
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Features: Medical
This article provides an overview of USP Class VI silicones and explains what medical device manufacturers need to consider when selecting these materials.
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R&D: Medical
A hydrogel-based delivery system balances the acidic environment in a tumor and greatly enhances the cancer-fighting activity of the chemotherapeutic drug it encapsulates in lab experiments.
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R&D: Medical
A microscale device for implantation in the eye presents new opportunities for cell-based treatment of diabetes and other diseases. The 3D printed device aims to encapsulate insulin-producing pancreatic cells and electronic sensors.
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R&D: Medical
Researchers have developed an integrated microfluidic chip (BSI-AST chip) for rapid AST from positive blood cultures (PBCs).
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R&D: Wearables
An innovative magnetic wound-healing gel promises to accelerate the healing of diabetic wounds, reduce the rates of recurrence, and in turn, lower the incidents of limb amputations.
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R&D: Sensors/Data Acquisition
A research team has developed diamond quantum sensors that can be used to improve resolution in magnetic imaging.
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Ask the Expert

John Chandler on Achieving Quality Motion Control
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FAULHABER MICROMO brings together the highest quality motion technologies and value-added services, together with global engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing, to deliver top quality micro motion solutions. With 34 years’ experience, John Chandler injects a key engineering perspective into all new projects and enjoys working closely with OEM customers to bring exciting new technologies to market.

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Inside Story: Establishing Safe EO Residual Levels for Medical Devices
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To find out more about the expertise required to establish safe EO Residual levels for medical devices, Medical Design Briefs recently spoke with Leonard Harris, Manager, Chemistry and Container Testing for Eurofins Medical Device Testing (Lancaster, PA).

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