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Briefs: Motion Control
Micromotor Winding Technology Uses AI to Improve Motor Performance
Achievable coils increase the capabilities of the micromotors.
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Briefs: Materials
Molding: Comparing Liquid Silicone Rubber and High Consistency Rubber for Medical Applications
Medical device OEMs often face a tough decision: Use HCR or LSR for medical device component manufacturing?
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Briefs: Materials
Origami-Inspired Medical Patch Seals Internal Injuries
The patch can be folded around surgical tools.
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Briefs: Medical
Surface Waves Help Nanostructured Devices Keep Cool
The surface waves provide a thermal transport solution.
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Briefs: Wearables
Wearable Device Monitors Jaundice-Causing Bilirubin and Vitals in Newborns
Device detects pulse rate and blood oxygen saturation in real time.
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Briefs: Wearables
Silicone Membrane for Wearable Devices Is Comfortable and Breathable
The membrane wicks water away from the skin.
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Briefs: Medical
4D Bioengineering Materials Bend, Curve Like Natural Tissue
The materials change shape over time in response to stimuli.
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Briefs: Regulations/Standards
PAs and NPs: How OEMs Can Reach This Critical Audience During the Pandemic
Regulatory changes have allowed these essential healthcare professionals to step in and help out more independently.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Keys to a Successful Life Sciences ERP Implementation
A phased approach helps maximize return on investment.
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Briefs: Medical
Post-Surgical Patch Releases Non-Opioid Painkiller Directly to the Wound
New polymer promises localized pain control for critical first four days.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Deciphering Medical Risk with High-Performance Computing
Specialized computational algorithms provide for highly efficient DNA sequence analysis.
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Briefs: Wearables
The Challenges of Handheld and Wearable Medical Device Batteries
Batteries must meet high power capacity, small physical size, and reliability requirements.
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Briefs: Electronics & Computers
New Biomaterials Can Be ‘Fine-Tuned’ for Medical Applications
The materials are suitable for use in soft tissue repair or flexible bioelectronics.
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Briefs: Medical
Wearable Electronics for Continuous Cardiac, Respiratory Monitoring
The small sensor allows detection of subtle movements.
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Briefs: Wearables
Stretchable Micro-Supercapacitors to Self-Power Wearable Devices
The system harvests energy from human breathing and motion.
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Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Ultra-Thin, Highly Sensitive Strain Sensors Improve Robotic Arms
The sensors improve the safety and precision of industrial robotic arms.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensors for ‘Smart’ Wound Bandage Track Healing, Immune Response
Wearable sensors monitor certain biomarkers during healing.
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Briefs: Medical
New Semiconductor Detector Shows Promise for Medical Diagnostics
Detector can identify radioactive isotopes with high resolution.
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Briefs: Design
Respirator 2.0: New N95-Alternative Introduces Sensors for a Better Fit
The respirator earned a 100 percent success rate for fit testing.
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Briefs: IoMT
Chipset-Specific IPDs Simplify Development of Next-Gen Wireless Medical IoT Applications
Miniaturized, front-end IPDs are specifically designed to seamlessly connect.
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Briefs: Wearables
Tapping the Brain to Boost Stroke Rehabilitation
A brain-machine interface coupled with robot offers increased benefits for stroke survivors.
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Briefs: Wearables
Device Combines Biosensors and Artificial Intelligence to Recognize Hand Gestures
The device paves the way for better prosthetic control.
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Briefs: Design
Extraction of Largely Unexplored Bodily Fluid Could Be a New Source of Biomarkers
Fluid could provide a new source of information for routine diagnostic testing.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Low-Cost, Customized Prosthesis Using 3D Printing
A novel 3D printed prosthetic arm is more comfortable, flexible, and cheaper than a conventional prosthesis.
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Briefs: Medical
Implantable Sensor Could Measure Bodily Functions and Safely Biodegrade
Sensors need to be flexible, stretchable, biodegradable, safe, and stable for use in the body.
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Briefs: Medical
Scientists Propose Laser Scalpel with a ‘Curved’ Blade
Changing the shape of the blade will expand the possibilities of using the laser in medicine.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Sensor Can Detect Scarred or Fatty Liver Tissue
Diagnosing liver damage earlier could help to prevent liver failure in many patients.
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Briefs: Medical
Medical Device Usability Requirements: Changes to IEC 62366
The updated standard allows the manufacturer to assess and mitigate risks that are associated with correct use and use errors.
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Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Ultrathin Pressure Sensor Attaches Directly to Skin
The sensor measures how fingers interact with objects.
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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.

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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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