Designing Medical Devices for Manufacturing Automation and Large-Scale Production
Strict compliance with regulatory standards has brought Design for Automation to the forefront of product development.
Coating could make medical devices safer for patients
Designed to mimic the natural behavior of blood vessels, the new material could allow for safer use of blood-contacting devices, especially in cases where blood clots are a significant concern.
Medical Device Design Decisions: Choosing Between Disposable & Reusable
Each type of device has its own set of advantages and challenges when making this choice.
New Medical-grade TPEs Designed for Biopharma Tubing Applications
The thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) from Teknor Apex address challenges associated with continuous processing of biopharmaceuticals through roller pumps.
Sensor Packaging: Critical MEMS Considerations
MEMS sensors offer precision and miniaturization.
How to Select a Medtech Product Design Partner
When selecting a PD partner for medical devices, there are a few factors unique to the industry that must be considered.
How to Build a Better Medical Device Using Micro Actuators
Linear actuators are in demand for medical devices because they provide precise and controlled linear movement on a smaller and smaller scale.
Voice of Customer Necessity in Medical Device Development
VOC is a scalable weapon that should be wielded throughout the entirety of a product’s lifecycle.
Designing Medical Devices with the Future in Mind
Gavin Braithwaite, CEO of Cambridge Polymer Group, said that designers must take a next-generation mindset when developing devices. Braithwaite is set to host a session titled Don’t Develop Your Device Twice: Planning for the Next Generation, and the Next, and the Next….” at MEDevice Boston.
Designing Medical Devices for the Human Touch
Human factors engineering is a critical piece of medical device development that improves user experience and is required for regulatory clearance.
