Stories
Briefs: Medical
Features: Medical
Active thermal management is vital in a number of medical device applications including patient core temperature management, skin cooling, medical device cooling, and laboratory...
Features: Electronics & Computers
Electronic devices used in the medical industry have thermal management needs similar to those in other fields. Their electronics must stay cool enough to run continuously and correctly...
Briefs: Medical
Today, medical devices are made using a variety of plastic materials and manufacturing processes. Advances in plastic processing make it possible to obtain virtually any shape, form, or function. In...
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
In an increasing number of medical device applications, thermal issues limit the overall performance and reliability of the system. Basic thermal management strategies such as liquid cold...
Briefs: Medical
Liquid Cooling/Warming Garment
The NASA liquid cooling/ventilating garment (LCVG) currently in use was developed over 40 years ago. With the commencement of a greater number of extra-vehicular activity (EVA) procedures with the construction of the International Space Station, problems of astronaut comfort, as well as the reduction of the...
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Advanced Liquid-Cooling Garment Using Highly Thermally Conductive Sheets
This design of the liquid-cooling garment for NASA spacesuits allows the suit to remove metabolic heat from the human body more effectively, thereby increasing comfort and performance while reducing system mass. The garment is also more flexible, with fewer restrictions on...
Top Stories
News: Medical
2023 Create the Future Design Contest: Innovative Treatment for Spinal...
R&D: Medical
Drug-Delivery Platform Uses Sound for Targeting
Podcasts: Medical
Here's an Idea: Powerful Sensors for the Eye
Features: Medical
Inside the OEM: Intuitive Surgical
INSIDER: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Biochip Could Correct Brain, Body Malfunctions
INSIDER: Wearables
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.
Webcasts
Webinars: Research Lab

What Really Changed: A Look at the Updated FDA Guidance Document for ISO 10993-1
Podcasts: Electronics & Computers

Here's an Idea: Powerful Sensors for the Eye
Webinars: Medical

Precision, Control and Repeatability: Harnessing the Power of UV Curing in...
Tech Talks: Manufacturing & Prototyping

Diversifying Your 3D Printing Line for Medical Device Success
Podcasts: Medical

Here's an Idea: The Next Frontier in Neurology
Tech Talks: Software

Instrument Building 101: Design Your Solution for Molecular Diagnostics
Inside Story
Selecting and Implementing Automation Solutions
Medical Manufacturing Technologies, Inc. (MMT), a leading global provider of medical device manufacturing solutions, acquired Ireland-based Somex Automation and Ward Automation Galway. Recognized for developing best-in-class custom automation and integration solutions encompassing the entire product lifecycle, from design and development through production, testing, and packaging, these brands have become the flagship offerings of MMT Automation. To find out more about selecting and implementing automation solutions, MDB recently spoke with Dave McMorrow, Technical Director, MMT Automation and Michael Wall, Technical Director, Somex Automation, an MMT company.