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Have you heard of 3D-MID? 🤔 3D-MID, or Mechatronic Integrated Device, is a manufacturing technology that integrates electrical circuits directly into three-dimensional plastic parts. This technology eliminates the need for bulky circuit boards and additional connection points, leading to some interesting advantages: ⚙️Reduced Size and Weight: Smaller, lighter devices enhance patient comfort. ⚙️Increased Functionality: Pack more features into a smaller space for advanced capabilities. ⚙️Design Freedom: Create custom shapes that perfectly fit the body or specific applications. ⚙️Reliability and Durability: Ensure long-lasting and dependable medical devices. For example, Hearing Aids profit from 3D-MID with great sound quality and the potential integration of additional features in smaller, more comfortable devices. The image below shows a drug delivery implant. With 3D-MID, manufacturers can miniaturise implants to achieve less invasive procedures and better patient outcomes. As 3D-MID technology continues to evolve, we can expect to see even more innovative medical devices. 💡Have you used 3D-MID technology in your projects? #3DMID #medicaltechnology #innovation #3DCircuits

Taken just before my presentation at #ICAM2024 ASTM Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence "The Shift from Prototyping to Mass Customization of Bespoke Medical Devices at the Point-of-Care." Digital imaging, design, and custom fabrication of medical devices allow for bespoke treatments that improve patient comfort and healing outcomes. But as with any emerging technology, new digital processes can start out kludgy, and the hardware difficult to use or unreliable, and the design process inconsistent, holding the products back from becoming scalable as a standard-of-care in the industry. In order for broader adoption of the digital imaging, design, and on-site fabrication process, there are many factors that need to be addressed, such as: ✔Ease of integration into existing clinical flow procedures ✔Cost and availability of scanning/design/printing hardware and software ✔Reliability/consistency/QC of scans, designs and final product ✔Enabling customization flexibility while ensuring consistent fabrication process ✔Staff training and buy-in for the new technology ✔Coding and billing concerns (procedure versus DME) ✔HIPAA, data security, and compliance ✔System-wide culture shifts from “how we’ve always done it”. Including front desk staff, administrators, providers, medical support staff, billers, and patient advocates. The companies and products that will lead the digital revolution in medical devices are those that address these scalability challenges head-on, and provide turnkey solutions that can easily be adopted by mainstream healthcare. And that's the key to ActivArmor's success in the market today. #AdditiveManufacturing #ICAM2024 #ActivArmor #WaterproofCast #PointofCare #MedTech #MedicalInnovation #Orthopedics #SubjectMatterExpert #3DPrintedCast

A cranial implant made from EOS machines in titanium completed and ready for the surgery in hours changes the medical industry exponentially.

Is it a piece of futuristic tech? A sci-fi gadget? Nope—what you’re looking at is the future of healthcare: a 3D-printed cranial implant! 🧠✨ At #EOS, we’re proud to support medical breakthroughs with our advanced #additivemanufacturing technology. This titanium cranial implant isn’t just customized—it’s designed to transform patient care. Here’s what makes it next-level: 🔬 95% porosity: Allows fluids to flow 🦾 Stability: Lightweight yet strong, it restores normal function and comfort. ❇️ Lattice structures: Support the attachment and in-growth of bone tissue With #EOS, innovation meets life-changing impact. #3DPrinting #MedicalInnovation #FutureIsAdditive #ResponsibleManufacturing #ApplicationFriday #Alphaform

What role can #AdditiveManufacturing play in elevating the quality and precision of #medical devices? 🏥 In our latest study with Lincotek, we examine the EOS M 300-4 system’s impact on the #industry, from producing reliable lattice structures to meeting stringent quality standards. Here's what stands out: 💫Reliability & Quality: The EOS M 300-4 meets rigorous medical standards, ensuring precision and repeatability in both solid and lattice structures. 💫Multi-Perspective Insights: Results from OEM and medical manufacturers showcase adaptability and production benefits. 💫Future-Proof Solution: Enhanced productivity, scalability, and connectivity make the EOS M 300-4 a key asset for high-quality, scalable production. Curious about the rest? Read the full whitepaper via the link in the comments! ⬇️ #AdditiveManufacturing #FutureIsAdditive #3Dprinting #ResponsibleManufacturing

📈 The Surge in Additive Manufacturing of Ti6Al4V for Medical Applications – Trends, Analysis, and Hypothetical Forecast! 💡 Key Insights: According to Google Scholar, a remarkable increase driven by the growing demand for personalized medical devices, particularly implants. 🔍 Hypothetical Forecast for the Next 10 Years: Based on publication trends from 2014-2024, the field is projected to potentially surpass 40,000 publications by 2034. This estimate includes a 5-8% variability in year-to-year output, reflecting the dynamic nature of ongoing research and technological advancements. These projections are hypothetical and are intended to provide insights into the rapid growth of Additive Manufacturing in medical applications. This is not a precise or real projection but rather a reflection of how quickly the field is evolving! #AdditiveManufacturing #Ti6Al4V #MedicalTech #3DPrinting #ResearchGrowth #Innovation #MedicalDevices #Forecast #TechTrends

Exciting advancements in medical technology! Learn how CNC machining is revolutionizing precision parts for healthcare applications. From implants to surgical instruments, this article dives into the intricate process. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gBuQhXjv the full article. #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalDevices #PrecisionEngineering #Manufacturing #HealthTech #unitedforyoursucess

💓 The Future of Medical Technology: The Core Role of Precision PCB Technology 🛠️ Post: The medical industry is undergoing an unprecedented technological revolution, where precision PCB (Printed Circuit Board) technology plays a crucial role. With the growing demand for smaller and more efficient devices, advancements in PCB technology are propelling medical equipment towards higher precision and better performance. Imagine a future where medical monitoring devices can track your health in real-time with accuracy, and treatment equipment can target treatment areas with unprecedented precision. All of this is supported by sophisticated PCB technology. 🔍 Market Analysis: According to recent studies, the medical device market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 7% over the next few years, driven by an aging population and increased health awareness. This trend not only presents opportunities for medical device manufacturers but also sets higher standards for PCB suppliers. In this context, our company focuses on providing customized PCB solutions for the medical industry. We understand the stringent requirements for reliability and accuracy in medical devices and continuously improve our technology and services based on these core principles. Our PCB designs meet the complex technical needs of medical devices and have passed rigorous quality control and certification processes to ensure product safety and efficacy. 🌐 Creating a Healthy Future Together: In this rapidly developing field of medical technology, we are committed to working closely with medical device manufacturers to develop the next generation of innovative medical products, bringing hope to patients worldwide. Conclusion: As medical technology continues to advance, our company will remain at the forefront of technological innovation, providing the medical industry with the highest quality PCB solutions. We believe that every leap in technology brings infinite possibilities for human health. #MedicalTech #PCBTechnology #MarketTrends #InnovativeMedicine #HealthyFuture

📢 Everything is in place - so we can get started right away! New optical analysis and and measurement options at #SpineServ! With the help of the Keyence VL-700, an optical 3D coordinate measuring machine, components and medical devices can be scanned with µm accuracy. It therefore offers accurate and precise analysis results and data. It is the ideal complement to microscopy: the microscope images surface changes (wear- (types), corrosion, deformation, mechanical failure, etc.).The 3D extend of these changes can then be quantified with a 3D scanner. We use the equipment among other for: 🔦 Dimensional accuracy tests in #medicaldevicetesting - for example cones and threads of small bore connectors 🔦 Reverse engineering for the production of implant-specific holding and clamping devices 🔦 Before and after comparison of #implants and other medical devices (geometry before testing versus geometry after testing), both qualitatively (localization of deviations) and quantitatively (volume, expansion, depth, etc.) 🔦 #Endoprostetics: localisation of deformations, wear of joint replacement or sphericity measurement for hip implants   For more information contact our experts! https://lnkd.in/ecPm87uW #medicaldevicetesting #implanttesting #spineserv #keyence #opticalanalysis #medicaldevices

⚕️ Saving lives with lasers! Be it in the production of coronary #stents, manufacturing micro components or implants, or marking medical devices to comply with regulations in the medical field - lasers are at the forefront of medical device manufacturing. See what's possible 👉 https://bit.ly/3SzDHlS #medicaldevicemanufacturing #lasercutting #lasermarking #laserwelding