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MATERIALS
New Developments in PVC
O.Grøndahl Hansen, PVC Information Council, Copenhagen, Denmark
Reporting the latest scientific opinion and examining the conclusions of the recently published PVC comparative life cycle analysis.
Evolving Uses of PEEK Based Polymers and Compounds
M. Jarman-Smith, Invibio, Thornton Cleveleys, UK
Outlining the increasing application options of implantable grade polyetheretherketone.
In Search of Useful Data
J. Hockey, John Hockey Associates, Dunstable, UK
The pitfalls of relying too heavily on the material properties shown on a supplier¹s data sheet.
Material Matters Column
Professor David Williams, Morgan and Masterson, Brussels, Belgium, and Emeritus Professor at the University of Liverpool, discusses critical issues relating to the use of materials in medical devices.
This issue: Fibrous Proteins in Medical Technology
DESIGN
Micro Machining Brain Implant Needle Arrays
R. Hoyle, MicroBridge Services Ltd, Cardiff, UK
This case study illustrates the critical use of microelectrodischarge machining (EDM) in many applications and highlights the benefits of micro EDM.
Nanotechnology and Biosensors
R. Moore, The Institute of Nanotechnology Stirling, UK
The second in a new series of technical reports on the impact of nanotechnology on different types of devices. This issue looks at improving biosensors at the nanoscale.
MANUFACTURING
Approaches to the PhysicoChemical and Mechanical Characterisation of Functional Coatings, Part I
A. Forster, T. Neudeck and S. Blatcher, PA Consulting Group, Royston, UK
By understanding the science behind the device coating, developers will be able to produce formulations and robust manufacturing processes that deliver a product that consistently meets requirements.
The Challenges of Packaging Combination Devices
G. Mankel, Perfecseal, Londonderry, UK
The development of a packaging format for drug eluting stents where the package has to meet the needs of the stent and also those of the drug incorporated into its polymer coating.
A Review of Media Selection When Microblasting Medical Parts T. Whelan, Comco Inc., Burbank, California, USA
MANUFACTURING FOCUS: Catheter and Stent Manufacturing
The latest news from contractors involved in the catheter and stent manufacturing.
REGULATION AND STANDARDS
Regulation and Standards Column
Dr Maria Donawa, Donawa Consulting, Rome, Italy, writes on European and FDA regulatory and quality system requirements.
This issue: A Dangerous Trend in European Combination Product Review, Part I
MARKETS: Germany
Market news from BVMed, the German medical technology trade association: New Alliances for Progress and Quality in Health Care
MARKET PLACE
New Product/Services Focus:
* Filters and Filtration
* Cables, Wires and Wire Assemblies
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