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R&D: Medical
A team of scientists at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, used silver nanowires to develop wearable, multifunctional sensors that, they say, could be used in biomedical...
R&D: Electronics & Computers
Cyborgs that combine machine systems with living organisms to have extraordinary abilities are already a reality say researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). This is especially true with medical implant...
Features: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Substantial legal requirements result in complex functional specifications for implant manufacturers. From the design, including materials, through production, the complete process chain must be...
Applications: Medical
One of the most promising surgical options for treating spinal injury and deterioration of spinal discs is the use of artificial discs to replace the patient’s natural...
Applications: Medical
The complex technologies, chemistry, and regulations involved in manufacturing medical products have always made it one of the most challenging businesses. Yet, despite the...
From the Editor: Medical
It was set to be the “next big thing”. Designed to aid patients suffering from resistive hypertension who failed to respond to conventional medical therapy, the stakes were huge for catheter-based...
R&D: Medical
Cyborgs Are Already Here
Cyborgs that combine machine systems with living organisms to have extraordinary abilities are already a reality say researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). This is especially...
Technology Leaders: Tubing & Extrusion
Determining what tubing to use in a medical device involves considerable research. Designers must investigate ingredients, performance, documentation requirements, sterility, and other qualifying...
Technology Leaders: Tubing & Extrusion
Minimally Invasive, Maximally Innovative: Polymer Science and Extrusion Plays Vital Role
William “Bill” Cook started Cook Medical out of a spare bedroom in his Bloomington, IN, apartment in 1963. It was where he and his wife, Gayle, made guide wires, guiding catheters, and other small devices used in diagnostic radiology.
Global Innovations: Medical
University of Wollongong, NSW, Australiawww.uow.edu.au
A hand-held device they call a “BioPen” has been developed by researchers at the University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia, Australian Research...
Products: Medical
Connecticut Spring & Stamping, Farmington, CT a manufacturer of precision parts, has expanded its machining capabilities to include multi-axis CNC Swiss ma chining, ideal for medical applications,...
Products: Medical
Aerotech, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA, introduces Npaq® 6U, a high-power drive rack that uses plug-in amplifiers supporting both linear and PWM topologies to control brushless, DC brush, or stepper motors. PWM amps offer...
Products: Medical
Metrigraphics LLC, Wilmington, MA, announces the capability to develop Extreme Resolution Micro Flex (ERMF) Circuits for medical sensor applications. Using additive photolithographic processes, the...
Products: Medical
maxon precision motors, inc., Fall River, MA, expanded its DCX series with two new DC motors. The DCX 10S is a shorter version of the DCX 10L and features high power density and low vibration. The DCX 22L is...
Products: Medical
Qosina, Edgewood, NY, has added five new Control Stroke Syringes, which help ensure volume regulation during fluid delivery, for precise injection or withdrawal. Control Stroke Syringes have a male luer lock that accepts...
Products: Medical
Nordson ASYMTEK, Carlsbad, CA, introduces the Spectrum™ II series of high-speed, high-accuracy dispensing platforms for a wide variety of applications in microelectronics and semiconductor...
Products: Materials
RTP Company, Winona, MN, introduces new “ultra performance” compounds based on carbon fiber reinforced PEEK, PPA, PPS, and PEI resin systems to create the highest performing thermoplastic...
Products: Medical
GlobTek Inc., Northvale, NJ, announces its medicalgrade GTM93038-50VVX. X-FW 50W dual output channel open frame internal power supply for ultrasound equipment applications. The dual output switcher...
Products: Medical
Honeywell Sensing and Control, Golden Valley, MN, announces new SS360PT and SS460P high sensitivity latching Hall-Effect sensor integrated circuits...
Products: Medical
Applied Silicone, Santa Paula, CA, introduces Ultra-Soft LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) products for the implantable materials market. Ultra-Soft LSR is formulated specifically for long-term implantation in the...
Products: Medical
SCHURTER, Inc., Santa Rosa, CA, announces that its compact KEA series power entry module, with 1- or 2-pole fuseholder, now mates with VLock cord sets. The KEA’s new V-Lock compatible feature prevents unintended...
Products: Medical
ASM Sensors, Inc., Elmhurst IL, introduces with PRAS26 an extension of its product series of angle sensors for automated applications. This product line offers an absolute output signal over the entire measurement range...
Products: Medical
Tadiran Batteries, Lake Success, NY, now offers an expanded line of long-life rechargeable lithium-ion cells designed specifically for use in harsh environments. TLI Series batteries feature wider...
Products: Electronics & Computers
Hunter Spring Products, Feasterville, PA, has designed a new family of cable reels specifically for medical applications: DuraReel™ 7.5-inch diameter medical cord reels. All contact surfaces on DuraReel medical...
Products: Medical
Evonik Corporation, Parsippany, NJ, launched VESTAMID® Care, TROGAMID® Care, and VESTAKEEP® Care product lines of high-performance polymers, which are designed specifically for use in medical devices....
Products: Medical
Keithley Instruments, Inc., Cleveland, OH, upgraded its popular S530 Parametric Test Systems, the semiconductor industry’s most cost-effective solution for high-speed production parametric test,...
Products: Medical
COMSOL, Inc., Burlington, MA, released the newest version of its Multiphysics, Version 4.4, featuring several new innovations, including a new ribbon design for easier navigation; added multiphysics coupling...
Products: Medical
EXSYS Tool, Inc., San Antonio, FL, introduces the EPPINGER CAPTObase holder, calling it the world’s smallest CAPTO interface with the fastest tool changeover times for enhancing efficiency and productivity...
Products: Medical
ADLINK Technology, San Jose, CA, announces the NuPRO-E42 SHB, addressing the need for the most reliable, industrial grade, high performance computing platform for automation applications, including those used in PCB,...
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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
Editorial Webinars: Materials
Next-Generation Materials for Medical Devices: From Smart Polymers to...
Podcasts: Wearables
How Smart Implants and AI Robotics Could Transform Neurological Surgery
Podcasts: Design
How Tissue-Based Approaches Are Enabling Long-Term Implants
Podcasts: Design
Training the Future of AI-Powered Surgery
Podcasts: Robotics, Automation & Control
Making Human-Centered Robotics Work in the Real World
Podcasts: Robotics, Automation & Control
The Hidden Nervous System of Surgical Robotics: Power, Data & Sensing Behind...
Inside Story
Inside Story: Trends in Packaging and Sterilization
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.
