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Features: Electronics & Computers
Technical Design Considerations for Selecting Selecting the Optimal Coaxial Cable for Use in Today’s RF/Microwave Ablation Applications
Patient safety, cost, and efficiency will always be the top drivers shaping the evolution of healthcare.
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Technology Leaders: Robotics, Automation & Control
Surgical Robotics: The Art of Saving Costs with Cables
Learn about the motion-control options that give robot makers a wider stride than their competitors.
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Features: Design
Developing Products Amid COVID-19: Innovating Production Systems for Surgical Mechanical Cable Making
Makers of medical, exoskeletal and surgical products that use cables are still asking for stronger, more flexible materials.
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Features: Medical
The Benefits of Tungsten Cable
There is no one-size-fits-all material when producing mechanical cable. The material chosen to produce wire rope can vary from one application to the next, because commonly, no two applications place the same...
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Features: Connectivity
Electrical Connectors: Design Considerations for Medical Devices
The myriad of devices used in surgical, interventional, imaging, diagnostic and therapeutic, sensors, and single-use medical applications use some form of transmission medium to...
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Features: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Electrocutting and Mechanical Cutting for Endoscopic Applications
Even the simplest medical cable assembly projects contain numerous engineering considerations. And among the most complex applications, the quantity of requirements can...
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Global Innovations: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Brainwave-Controlled Exoskeleton Restores Functional Grasp
École Polytechnique Fédéral de LausanneLausanne, Switzerlandhttps://actu.epfl.ch An extremely lightweight and portable hand exoskeleton may one day help the physically impaired with...
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Technology Leaders: Medical
Designing for Mechanical and Signal Integrity in Handheld Medical Treatment Applications
Handheld medical devices must perform across a wide range of device specifications and end-user environmental conditions. Mechanical and signal integrity...
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Features: Medical
Connector Technology: Miniaturization in Medical Devices
Connectors are getting smaller and denser. The question is, how small can connectors go? To answer this question, it is important to remember that the applications that use connectors...
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Technology Leaders: Medical
How to Spec Custom Cables for Medical Devices
As the advancement of medical technology continues, it is important to note that progress could not have been made without advancements in signaling, control, and power system interconnect...
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R&D: Medical
Implantable Device Improves Optogenetics Methods
An implant built by Stanford University engineers produces light to stimulate nerves of the brain, spinal cord, or limbs in mice. The technology is powered wirelessly, using the mouse's own body to transfer energy. Scientists will use the new optogenetic nerve stimulation methods to investigate a...
Applications: Medical
Freedom from Lubrication Ensures a Clear View
Slit lamp biomicrography is paramount to the practice of ophthalmology, allowing for an inside look at various areas of the eye with a range of magnification levels and light sources. The...
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Features: Materials
Silicone’s History—and Future—in Medical Manufacturing
Silicone, a highly versatile synthetic polymer, seems to show up everywhere from cooking utensils and adhesives to sealants and cosmetics. Its unique properties have contributed to...
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R&D: Medical
Microendoscope Offers Alternative to Costly Biopsies
A low-cost, portable, battery-powered microendoscope developed by Rice University bioengineers increases the sensitivity of esophageal cancer screenings. The new technology could eliminate unnecessary biopsies for patients with benign lesions.
Technology Leaders: Electronics & Computers
Hospital-Grade Standards for Power Cords and Other Power System Components for Global Markets
While a number of countries have standards in regards to overall medical equipment, a few countries have related component requirements (e.g. plugs...
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Features: Medical
Form + Function: Interconnect Cable Assemblies for Ambulatory Monitoring
Building on the success of smartphones, mobile gadgets, and wearable sports fitness gear, the medical industry has steadily trended toward improved portability of...
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Features: Test & Measurement
The Value of USP Class VI Testing for Medical Device Cable and Wire
To design and successfully sell medical devices, manufacturers must ask themselves a number of key questions. What range of functions should this product offer? In what type of...
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Mission Accomplished: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Collaborative 3D Printing Project Connects Hands Across the World
Have you heard of Robohand? No, it’s not the next sci-fi blockbuster. It’s a story of compassion, technology, and a collaboration from 10,000 miles apart between Richard Van...
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Briefs: Medical
Humanlike Articulated Robotic Headform for Respirator Fit Testing
The testing of individual respiratory protection (IRP) devices is now accomplished with panels of human wearers. Historical attempts to simulate the human face and head have been...
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Applications: Medical
Molding Technology Pays Off for Medical Manufacturer
Medical device manufacturers that collect and analyze patient data are developing innovative ways to integrate electronics and wireless technology into their products. These innovations often present new design and production challenges. That was the case for American TeleCare Inc. (Eden Prairie,...

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INSIDER: Sensors/Data Acquisition

Tiny Sensor Could Transform Head Injury Detection

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News: Robotics, Automation & Control

Quantum Surgical Acquires NeuWave Medical, Inc.

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Briefs: Materials

Shrinking Materials Hold Big Potential for Smart Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

The Hidden Nervous System of Surgical Robotics: Power, Data & Sensing...

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Briefs: Medical

Specialty Thermoplastics for Medical Tubing Address PFAS, Processing, and...

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Podcasts: Medical

Surgical & Assistive Robotics: Redefining Human Capability

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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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Podcasts: Design

The Hidden Nervous System of Surgical Robotics: Power, Data & Sensing Behind...

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Podcasts: Medical

Surgical & Assistive Robotics: Redefining Human Capability

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Podcasts: Medical

How Wearables Are Enhancing Smart Drug Delivery

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Podcasts: Design

Developing Sustainable Drug-Delivery Devices

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Podcasts: Medical

Smarter Pathways for Precision Drug Delivery in Cancer Care

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On-Demand Webinars: Manufacturing & Prototyping

Understanding Testing and Compliance Requirements for Wireless Medical Devices

Inside Story

Inside Story: Trends in Packaging and Sterilization
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Eurofins Medical Device Testing (MDT) provides a full scope of testing services. In this interview, Eurofins’ experts, Sunny Modi, PhD, Director of Package Testing; and Elizabeth Sydnor, Director of Microbiology; answer common questions on medical device packaging and sterilization.

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