Articles
Advanced Servo Control Helps Pump Accurately Perform Under Pressure
October 9, 2008 6:05 am | CommentsThe Project: Resolve the start/stop action of a hybrid piston syringe pump to achieve a steady and regular flow stream. The Solution: Use a servo controller and calibration table to dynamically vary the pump velocity as a function of requested flow rate and pump dynamics.
Perspectives on Going Green, Part II
September 10, 2008 8:33 am | Analog Devices, Pilgrim Software, Inc. | CommentsEveryone everywhere seems to be "going green" but is there real value in doing so or is it just a
Perspectives on Going Green, Part I
September 10, 2008 8:33 am | Mega Electronics, Inc. | CommentsEveryone everywhere seems to be "going green" but is there real value in doing so or is it just a
Filtering the Options
September 10, 2008 8:33 am | Universal Air Filter Co. | CommentsAir filter customization involves a number of variables for medical device designers to consider. From materials to size to standards compliance, the options available can enable a designer to customize a filter that will be perfectly suited for his specific application.
The Beat Goes On
September 10, 2008 8:32 am | CommentsThe Project: Develop a more sophisticated approach to the design and development process beyond the build-and-test method for a novel cardiac pump device. The Solution: Use FEA software to test a variety of different variables that need to be examined for a successful design of the device.
Short Run Molding for Long Term Success
September 10, 2008 8:32 am | CommentsMolding is a critical process in the manufacture of medical devices. However, long molding runs are not always the ideal option for the fabrication of components for a device. Short run molding provides numerous advantages to medical device designers that would not be otherwise realized.
Perspectives: FDA and Innovation, Part II
August 21, 2008 9:54 am | CommentsSome might point to FDA as an obstacle to achieving true device innovation to provide enhanced healthcare. Others view the agency as a necessary element to help ensure patient safety and provide regulated oversight.
Perspectives: FDA and Innovation, Part I
August 21, 2008 9:54 am | CommentsSome might point to FDA as an obstacle to achieving true device innovation to provide enhanced healthcare. Others view the agency as a necessary element to help ensure patient safety and provide regulated oversight.
Cutting the Size and Weight of Surgical Devices
August 21, 2008 9:54 am | CommentsThe Project: Replace the previously used alkaline battery packs to power a surgical bone drill with a more efficient alternative. The Solution: Utilize high power lithium batteries to make cordless bone drills lighter, more powerful, and more ergonomically designed.
Converters Considerations
August 21, 2008 9:54 am | CommentsWith the increasing trend of electronics making their way into more medical devices, it is critical that design engineers stay abreast of the technologies available to them. One component, isolated DC/DC converters, have gone through a variety of changes, enhancing their size and capabilities.
Sterilizing Silicone
August 12, 2008 8:15 am | CommentsSterilization is a standard process for many medical devices. As such, careful consideration has to be given to the materials used in a device that will require a specific type of sterilization method as some materials will not react well to certain processes.
Powering Up the Protection for Medical Device Batteries
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | CommentsCounterfeit products are a problem for many original equipment manufacturers across all market sectors.
Overview and Applications for Medical Device Motion and Actuation
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | CommentsThis article compares the specific characteristics of solenoids and motors, their common properties, and those attributes that make each of these electromechanical devices unique for a specific medical motion application.
Transforming Device Development Through Human Factors Engineering
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | CommentsRigorous human factors testing and iterative product design are critical in the development of medication infusion devices, particularly with the current emphasis on preventing medication errors in the hospital setting.
Refueling a Stalled Software Design Project
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | CommentsDesigning original software for medical device technology can be challenging enough, but overcoming the additional obstacles that are encountered when a software project has developed into a hopelessly lagging burden is a completely different ordeal.
