May 1, 2016 | Medical

Medical Design Briefs - May 2016

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Inside this issue

Features

Articles

Manufacturing Polymer Optical Components: The Good, the Bad…and the Learning Curve

Optical Fibers Bring New Medical Applications to Light

Accreditation Matters

R & D

Researchers Build Implantable Artificial Kidney

Plasmonic Interferometers Support Advanced Biosensors

Body Heat Triggers Shape-Changing Polymer

Imaging System Features 'Optical Brush'

Mind-Controlled Arm Moves Individual ‘Fingers’

New Imaging Technique Eliminates Radiation Exposure

Global Innovations

Robotic Glove Can Help Restore Hand Movements

From the Editor

Peeking in on Surgery

Applications

Using Thermal Analysis to Develop a Better Vaccine Carrier System

Technology Leaders

Electronics Integration into Disposable/Single-Use Medical Devices

Closed Fluid Delivery Systems: Unmet Needs in the Hospital and Home Care Environment

Tech Briefs

Origami-Inspired Surgical Instruments

Open Source Laser Cutter 3D Prints from Powder

‘Virtual’ Guide Dog for Visually Impaired Navigation

Finding Flaws in Medical Implants

Freezing Graphene for 3D Printing

Creating a Strong New Metal

Products

‘Blended Reality’ Tool for Manufacturing

BX53M System Microscope & Software

Long Glass and Carbon Fiber Composites

HyperSizer Express Software

New Family of Silicone Skin Adhesives

Universal Contact Cleaner

High-Performance Veradel HC PESU

True Skin Series Silicone

DTM65-C8 Medical External Power Supplies

New Process to Manufacture High-Pressure Tubing

MagnePot 8150 Rotary Position Sensors

Proficiency Version 15.0 Software

Polymicro Technologies Nano-Capillary Tubing

Cooling Conveyors for Hydroscopic Materials

1000 Series Automatic Film Splicer

Next Generation Human Vibration Meter

Enhanced Functionality for TRACTUS

Colored Instrumentation Pointer Knobs

Lite Pressure Spring Series

Medical-Grade AC/DC Desktop Power Supply

SMT Spring-Loaded Connectors

Custom Alloys in Small Quantities

Precision Metal Shims

MD Series Portable Power Source

Improved Cable Creator

Top Stories

INSIDER: Medical

Portable, Blood-Based Device Detects Colon Cancer

Blog: Government

U.S. Tariffs: Implications and Strategies for Medtech Manufacturers

INSIDER: Medical

Novel Leadless Pacemaker Prevents Invasive Surgeries

INSIDER: Medical

Smart Sensor Enables Better Wound Healing

R&D: Materials

Sensitive Ceramics for Robotics, Prosthetics

Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping

Bioprinting Method Replicates Heart Tissues

Ask the Expert

Eric Dietsch on the Benefits of Nitinol Wire

In collaboration with the Fort Wayne Metals Engineering team, Eric Dietsch focuses on supporting customers with material recommendations, product development, and education. Eric is available to help you and your company with any Nitinol-related questions or needs that you may have.

Inside Story

Inside Story: Validating Your Sterilization Process

To find out more about sterile product development and registration, MDB recently spoke with Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology of Eurofins Medical Device Testing (Lancaster, PA). Read the interview.

Webcasts

Upcoming Webinars: Medical

Enhancing Security in Connected Medical Devices

Podcasts: Electronics & Computers

The FDA’s Role in Medical Device Cybersecurity

Podcasts: Medical

Best Practices for Securing Medical Devices

Podcasts: IoMT

Interoperability in IoMT: Overcoming the Connectivity Barriers

Podcasts: Wearables

The Integration of Sensors into Next-Generation Health Devices

Podcasts: Medical

The Role of MEMS in Next-Gen Medical Devices