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Our editorial board comprises a specialist group of leading industry figures who, in conjunction with the medical device developments editorial team, identify the main drivers of the industry helping to produce regular, thought provoking opinion pieces on the latest issues, challenges and developments.Latest Medical Device Feature
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Automated imaging – radiology motor control technology Motor-control technology is rapidly expanding in the world of radiology machinery. Ergonomically advanced, automated machines, high-tech robotics with gesture recognition, and every...
High maintenance – the importance of TPM Total productive maintenance, an often overlooked part of the lean toolkit, is being applied not just to devices on the factory floor but also in a clinical setting. Medical...
Hit the mark – the process of laser marking What benefits will the spread of laser marking bring to medical device manufacturers? Medical Device Developments looks into how the process can aid the industry in providing...
Coating against bacterial colonisation – toward a safer hospital environment Media panics around superbugs and hospital infections are nothing new, but what is the true extent of the problem, and how is the medical device industry working to solve this...
Complete unknown – the potential impact of Brexit As Article 50 is triggered, Dr Gabriel Adusei discusses the challenges and benefits that the medical device industry in Europe, the US and, of course, the UK will face when Brexit...
Bionic human – the evolution of 3D-printed medical devices From stretchable electronics compatible with human skin to functioning ears, there seems to be no end in sight for 3D-printed medical devices. With technology progressing at a...
Press ‘print’ – the 3D printing revolution Additive manufacturing – also known as 3D printing – is one of those rare technologies that has transformed an entire industry. Using a digital template, the technique makes it...
Sterilant showdown – sterilisation speed and safety The use of peracetic acid, ethylene oxide and other low-temperature steam-sterilisation techniques could benefit high-volume sterilisation of medical devices. But the problems of...
Major laser – the miniaturisation of the machining process As the demand for miniaturised parts continues to strengthen across the medical sector, lasers have assumed a pivotal role in the machining process. Greg Noone talks to Professor...
Going platinum – new medical device materials Platinum offers lightweight, safe, more affordable and easier to use options for surgical matters – so it’s no wonder the product is a growth area for medical device manufacturers....
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