Mechanical & Fluid Systems

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R&D: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Researchers have significantly improved a new joining technology, interlocking metasurfaces, designed to increase the strength and stability of a structure in comparison to traditional techniques like bolts and adhesives, using shape memory alloys. Read on to learn more.
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Features: Materials
Part 1 of this article, which appeared in the December 2024 issue, focused on the factors and requirements for selecting adhesives for use in medical devices. Part 2 delves more into the material properties of plastics for medical device assembly.
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Supplements: Materials
In our summer edition of the MDB Resource Guide, learn about new cleaning requirements and find the right company to match your medical-design needs.
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Supplements: Test & Measurement
In our summer edition of the MDB Resource Guide, learn about new cleaning requirements and find the right company to match your medical-design needs.
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Special Reports: Motion Control
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Medical Robotics - April 2022
Novel biosensors set to revolutionize brain-controlled robotics...micro-robots propelled by air bubbles...a smart artificial hand...major advances in exoskeleton technology. These are just a few of the medical...

Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Surgical Motors Portescap, Morristown, NJ, offers surgical motors that are designed to withstand 3,000+ autoclave cycles. The motors and controllers include the CNT1530 sterilizable...
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Features: Regulations/Standards
Although the pandemic has delayed the MDR’s validation date, it has not diminished the importance of this new regulation.
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Products: Test & Measurement
Micro-metallizer pens, sensor evaluation kits, single-use disposables, and more.
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Technology Leaders: Wearables
A modular exoskeleton relies on robust connectors.
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Products: Nanotechnology
A thermal cycling calculator, a universal machining center, microdrills, and more.
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Supplements: Manufacturing & Prototyping
In our winter edition of the MDB Resource Guide, learn about new cleaning requirements and find the right company to match your medical-design needs.
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Products: Materials
Winners will be announced in Medical Design Briefs and here on MedicalDesignBriefs.com.
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Features: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Learn some of the essential areas of plasma treatment in the medical device industry.
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Technology Leaders: Materials
Medical OEMs are increasingly turning to integrated rupture disk assemblies with all components combined by the manufacturer.
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Features: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
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Applications: Manufacturing & Prototyping
The products that help stop the spread of communicable diseases range from simple to sophisticated.
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Products: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Lumen chips, force sensors, safety clips, and more.
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Applications: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Infiplast, a plastics company for medical devices, was asked to design, prototype, test, and manufacture a critical component for ventilators.
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Technology Leaders: RF & Microwave Electronics
Small medical electronics are at the forefront of a new round of technology trends involving printed circuit board (PCB) assembly and manufacturing.
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Special Reports: Sensors/Data Acquisition
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Medical Robotics - September 2021
Self-propelled nanobots that deliver drugs inside the human body...novel sensors that improve the safety and precision of industrial robots...a dynamic hydrogel material that makes building soft robotic devices...

Products: Electronics & Computers
Fluid-dispensing systems, a micro-dosing pump, solenoid valves, and more.
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Products: Materials
Touchless switches, biocompatible adhesives, 3D-printing materials, and more.
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Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Automation removes the possibility of human error in high-precision or repetitive processes.
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Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Autoclavable connectors, safety clips, connector straps, and more.
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Podcasts: Manufacturing & Prototyping
This episode of our Tech Briefs podcast series Here’s an Idea™ explores a variety of new-and-improved hearing aids, from $5 “do-it-yourself” devices to advanced systems that monitor brain waves.
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Technology Leaders: Medical
See how ground ball screws are becoming a preferred choice for precise linear motion.
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Products: Photonics/Optics
EMI filters, plastic optic fibers, power modules, and more.
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Products: Robotics, Automation & Control
CT software, electric robot, molding material, and more.
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Products: Imaging
Medical connectors, servo positioners, SMT jumpers, and more.
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Ask the Expert

Eric Dietsch on the Benefits of Nitinol Wire
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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: Establishing Safe EO Sterilization for Medical Devices
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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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