Medical Design Technology articles from July 2008

Medical Design Technology archives from July 2008

Multipurpose PVC tubing now stocked in over 50 sizes.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clearflo PVC tubing is now available in sizes ranging from 1/16" through 4" inner dimension (I.D.) The tubing is a versatile product designed to handle an assortment of applications involving liquid transfer, air...

Flexible etch circuits designed to fill gap between round wiring and printed boards.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Minco's circuits give freedom of electronic packaging geometries while retaining the precision density and repeatability of printed circuits. Minco flex circuits offer a number of benefits, including space and weight...

Micro-induction coils for implanted and traditional medical applications.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These micro-induction coils are equipped with radio frequency signal transmission and signal and power induction capabilities, thereby eliminating the potential harmful effects to the human body posed by...

Jet dispensing systems aid product miniaturization trend for manufacturers.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The PicoDot jet dispensing system addresses the miniaturization trend as medical devices continue to put more and more features into smaller packages. Manufacturers need new ways to apply adhesives, coatings, and...

Louvred plugs allow passage of air for ventilation.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... A line of louvred plugs is offered for through-hole ventilation applications. Designed for quick and easy installation, plugs can accommodate mounting hole diameters from 0.875" to 3.0" and panel thickness from 0.125" to 0.250". The plugs lock...

Environmental enclosure for EL system.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... The 27" x 27" x 45" enclosure provides a stable test environment by blocking energy emitted by the ambient environment and blocking air currents generated by heaing and air conditioning ducts. A motorized camera slide and controller precisely...

PSAs specific for medical electrode manufacturing.(Innovations)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Products in the Scapa Electrofix line are single-coated with medical grade acrylic adhesives in varying tacks. For patients with acrylic sensitivities, a medical grade synthetic rubber resin adhesive is also...

FDA and innovation: some 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. In this month's Perspectives feature, industry leaders shared their viewpoint explaining which side of the debate they fell and why.(PERSPECTIVES)(Company overview)
July 1, 2008... Q: Are current FDA regulations inhibiting medical device innovation or requiring companies to work more effectively within the established parameters? Would FDA/regulation reform aid the situation? Brian Stein CEO, SYSPRO USA ...

RoHs compliant high power brushless DC motor.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Company offers high output power 200 watt and 400 watt brushless DC motor and driver speed control packages. The BLF driver box controls the motor from 80 to 4,000 RPM, a speed range of 50:1 with a total speed...

8-axis motion controller and servo drive in one unit.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This unit combines a multi-axis motion controller with a digital servo drive, merging the control of eight intelligent drivers with a servo drive suitable for DC, brushless, and step motors up to 640 W (80 V, 8 A)....

Brushed DC motor delivers 250 watts.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The RE 65 power package delivers 250 watts and can handle the toughest demands. The motor is particularly suitable for applications where high efficiency, high power density, and a minimal operating noise is crucial....

Couplings with zero backlash and high torsional stiffness for precision servo motor positioning.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ServoClass couplings are manufactured of RoHS compliant materials containing no banned substances, and are designed with 304 stainless steel disc packs and 7075-T6 aluminum hubs and center members. This unique design...

Coupling expertise provides a precision fit for industry.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Lovejoy couplings provide accurate transfer of motion between two rotating shafts, compensating for parallel, angular, and axial misalignments, with a wide selection available to tailor the fit of any...

Bearings deliver high performance in harsh environments.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... Danaher Motion introduces Thomson Stainless Steel MultiTrac Bull Bushing bearings. Constructed of 440 stainless steel components to resist rust and corrosion, these bearings are built to thrive in tough environments with temperatures up to...

Motion & machine controller.(Notables: Motors & Motion Control)
July 1, 2008... The BX-300 is a pre-integrated hardware and software platform for motion and machine control. With a size of 300 mm x 200 mm, its features include a pre-integrated control software that greatly reduces the need for new code development. The...

AdvaMed 2008: The MedTech Conference: September 21-24, 2008 Washington, DC.(Show Preview)
July 1, 2008... BY INDUSTRY. FOR INDUSTRY. This is a time of enormous opportunities and challenges for the medical technology industry. Healthcare reform is at the forefront of public policy priorities, and the decisions that are made over the next 25...

Converters considerations.(Emphasis On DC/DC Converters)
July 1, 2008... With 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...

Broadband 2 GHz to 6 GHz matched 4 watt power amplifiers in a surface mount package.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Product produces up to four watts of output power and is internally matched for 2,000 to 6,000 MHz. These amplifiers feature a new surface mount package with an optional high performance heatsink. The amps do not...

Patchcord connects M8 connectors.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This M8 to M8 dual patchcord has one male and two female M8 connectors and is used to make the connection between a female and two male M8 connectors in an industrial network. The male M8 connector has four contacts...

High-side current sense DC/DC converter.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... Linear Technology announces the LT3755, a 60 V converter designed to drive high current LEDS. Its 4.5 V to 40 V input voltage range makes it ideal for a wide variety of applications. The converter uses an external N-channel MOSFET and can drive...

Compact units resist vibration, dirt, moisture.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These non-contact magnetic sensors are used to replace potentiometers used to measure angles and determine the location of continuously moving parts. They can measure 360[degrees] of rotation without a dead band....

High density, low profile mezzanine connectors for high reliability applications.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The KFT connector series is a 0.05" fine pitch, high density rectangular connector utilizing 0.4 mm diameter Hyperboloid sockets. With a 0.343" stacking height, this low profile, dual row in-line interconnect...

Power distribution connector system anticipates power demands.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The HCI power distribution connector system anticipates increasing system powder demands. It is designed to address requirements that extend beyond the capability of the proven PwrBlade connector system. Tooled...

RedBox amplifier for demanding, high-reliability applications.(Current Report)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The CRBAMP-100-6000 is a low-noise general purpose connectorized amplifier covering a frequency range of 100 MHz to 6 GHz. The amplifier is housed in a custom aluminum enclosure (1.25" x 1.25" x 0.59") with three SMA...

Refueling a stalled software design project.(Emphasis On Software Testing)
July 1, 2008... Designing 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...

Advanced miniature fluidic modules enhance portability.(Cover story)
July 1, 2008... Medical device demands require that component suppliers offer products that can be incorporated into portable solutions for patients and healthcare professionals alike. For makers of fluidic modules, the challenge to miniaturize is no...

Cutting the size and weight of surgical devices.(Device Sector Spotlight)
July 1, 2008... * The 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,...

RFID solution enhances safety in surgery: patient safety is of paramount importance during a surgical procedure, while avoiding preventable errors during the procedure can result in significant cost savings. This article showcases a system that utilizes RFID technology to track sponges during a surgery in addition to addressing both of the aforementioned issues.(Device Sector Spotlight)
July 1, 2008... Leaving surgical items in patients is a problem as old as surgery itself. Known in the medical community as retained foreign bodies (RFB), these forgotten objects include needles, tools, and sponges. In fact, surgical sponges account for more...

Sterilizing silicone: sterilization 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. This article reviews the most common sterilization methods and specifically notes how they will affect silicone in a medical device.(Emphasis On Silicone Sterilization)
July 1, 2008... Sterilization of medical devices is inevitable and always raises questions of whether a selected method has an adverse effect on the device and/or the materials used within it. If silicones are part of the device, it is critical to understand...

Class VI colors for Purell medical resins join masterbatches.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Plastics processers and developers of medical and pharmaceutical products cart now specify color masterbatches that have been specially formulated for use with medical-grade polyolefins made by LyondellBasell under...

Color compounding capacity expanded to ensure 5-day lead time.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... The Color Division of RTP has expanded in its production of masterbatches and precolored resins, adding increases such as five new extrusion lines. One of the lines is dedicated to the manufacture of fluoropolymer colors and compounds....

Portfolio of unique TPEs for healthcare gaskets and stoppers launches.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Versaflex TPEs are engineered for dynamic seal gaskets and static-seal stoppers for the healthcare industry. This product is the first component of a complete, phthalate-free fluid delivery packaging platform...

Helix Medical expands manufacturing capabilities.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Helix Medical now oversees the operations of APEC, a thermoplastic and silicon injection molding company. APEC utilizes ARBURG and TOYO presses ranging from 28-300 tons, and also offers advanced silicone injection...

Fully-integrated OEM for development of implantable devices.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... Peek-Optima, heavily involved in the implantable-grade biomaterials industry, is used for implantable devices that have contact with blood or tissue for more than 30 days. Processed via injection, extrusion, or compression molding, the polymer...

Castable urethane compounds for making precision molds and holding fixtures.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... Flexane castable liquid urethane compounds cure to form both flexible and rigid rubber parts for a variety of OEM applications. These room temperature curing, nonshrinking urethanes will not change shape while curing and can be used to make...

Specialized polymer materials for healthcare customers.(Notables: Molding)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PolyOne Corp. introduces its portfolio of specialty engineered materials. These technologies represent the latest in advanced materials solutions for healthcare customers, and can be customized to specific...

Powering up the protection for medical device batteries.(Emphasis On Batteries)
July 1, 2008... Counterfeit products are a problem for many original equipment manufacturers across all market sectors. However, in the medical device area, they can have a significant, life-threatening impact that has the potential to not only harm patients,...

Overview and applications for medical device motion and actuation.(Emphasis On Motors)
July 1, 2008... This 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. Each motion control...

Transforming device development through human factors engineering.(Emphasis On Human Factors Testing)
July 1, 2008... Rigorous 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. Safety features that are...

MCU helps cardiac device keep the beat.(Device Sector Spotlight)
July 1, 2008... * The Project: Ensure the algorithm for ECG analysis is enabled to be flexible in order for it to be able to be used in an array of devices. * The Solution: Use an MCU that offers ultra low power consumption in consideration of wireless...

Breakaway coupling provides safe and easy fluide transfer.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Breakaway coupling provides safe and easy fluid transfer in medical tubing applications and protection from costly product loss and equipment damage. These high-quality, leak-free connectors allow the user to break...

Twin Blade Rotary Wire Stripper and Twister designed for production.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Model C300 Twin Blade Rotary Wire Stripper and Twister will strip insulations from solid and stranded wires. The unit is capable of processing Teflon, PTFE, PVC, nylon, rubber, KEL-F, miniature coax, coaxial cables,...

High-speed laser sensors enable 2D measurement.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... The LJ-G series accurately measures the surface profile of targets in the X and Z directions. The LJ-G has a high-speed sampling rate of 3.8 ms and high-accuracy of [+ or -] 0.1% F.S. In the Z-axis, the LJ-G can perform eight-point...

Brushless DC motors promote simplified installation and optimized operation.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... MCG brand MA34000 series brushless DC motors feature an integral drive to simplify installation and promote smooth, quiet, and efficient operation. These NEMA 34 motors ideally suit non-traditional servo applications where one direction is...

Dissolvable film technology offers new capabilities for in-vitro diagnostic devices.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The technology offers many benefits to diagnostic device manufacturers, including formulation flexibility, manufacturing efficiencies, and increased choice of device design. The formulation of dissolvable films from...

Rectangular inductive proximity switches provide greater sensing distance.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New Series 509 C8 analog sensors with a compact rectangular housing of 8 x 8 x 50 mm are distinguished by their unusually large sensing range from 0 to 4 mm, their excellent temperature stability between...

RGB LED light source for microscopy.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... The RGB LED light source provides bright and uniform microscope illumination. Independent and accurate control of red, green, and blue LEDs creates any desired color and intensity. Color images can be produced from monochrome cameras, giving...

Three levels of adhesive strength for customized needs.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] To assist tape converters and medical device manufacturers in meeting high-quality standards, the company recently developed its new Silk ultimate adhesive Systems, comprised of three levels of adhesion--Soft Touch,...

Turnkey benchtop automated solutions for potting and gasketing small parts.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Liquid Control C-402 and C-404 turnkey benchtop automated dispensing systems are the ideal solution for manufacturers to automate their small parts products. With the C-402 or C-404, the operator can program and...

Proven pressure sensor technology in new SMT housings.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The HDO series is based on proven micromachined silicon elements to ensure highly stable and reliable pressure measurements. These sensors offer a wide selection of absolute, differential, and gage pressure ranges...

Large HP Hyponic right angle reducer.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Company offers its newest Hyponic product variant designed in response to customer requests for large HP applications. The Hyponic 1634 frame size offers the same reliable product features such as patented hypoid...

Double stack non-captive hybrid linear actuator.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 28000 series features a lead screw that runs axially through the center of the motor and must be restrained from rotating for proper operation. It is available in a wide variety of resolutions ranging from...

Aluminium connectors are ultra-light.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The AluLite connectors improve efficiency in product development by saving weight. Available in a wide range of colors, the connectors easily integrate with product design while also offering a flexible color coding...

Air bearing performance without air bearings.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... The PMT 160 series stages acheive straightness and flatness runout of 50 nanometers or less. This decoupling arrangement is accomplished using mechanical cross roller bearings instead of large and expensive air beatings. Disturbance forces can...

Wire management from field wiring to process or motion controllers.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Featuring a contemporary industrial design, the Varioface Professional FTAs are available in ribbon, D-sub, OEM controller-specific and power distribution versions. The assemblies' compact size meets the trend of...

Class VI adhesive is optically clear.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] UV10MED is a one component, low viscosity, optically clear, UV curable adhesive. The product offers superior adhesion to metals, glass, ceramics, and most plastics. It also has excellent chemical resistance...

XYZ-axis stages expanded.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... Many of these XYZ-axis stages offer a precise linear ball guide system which creates a gothic arch groove ball guide on both the upper and lower side of the stage body. With two arcs and four ball contact points, a considerably higher rigidity...

Zero-backlash flexible beam couplings machined from single piece of aluminum.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... Ruland offers two series of couplings machined from a single piece of aluminum and feature multiple spiral cuts. The multiple cut design provides higher torsional stiffness and torque capabilities, and greatly reduced wind-up when compared to a...

RE connector series resolves size and need for higher frequency.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The multi-port SSMCX system is designed for cable-to-board applications and comes in four and eight port options. They company has incorporated a positive latch as well as holes in the PCB side that accomodate solder...

Ambient light sensor is driving need for dual sourcing.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... TAOS and Avago Technologies have worked together to produce a dual source for a family of ambient light sensors used in high-volume display applications, such as computer monitors and LCD displays. The first part is a digital ambient light...

Vision sensor inspects for defects at any position or rotation of the part.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... The Inspector Vision Sensor is an intelligent vision solution in an easy-to-use sensor package. Regardless of the angle, the product is able to verify completeness and quality, even if products vary in size by as much as 20%. The sensor...

Multi-channel leak detector stores up to 1,000 records.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Six models are offered for either two or four-channel testing at high (0-10 psig), low (0-1 psig), or standard (0-3 psig) pressure. All models feature a transducer repeatability of 0.05% F.S.D., a transducer...

Linear actuators provide smooth/quiet guidance.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With three different styles available, each actuator provides smooth and quiet linear guidance for a wide range of applications. Styles feature ball screw, lead screw, or belt drive options with each individual...

EM series electronic valve.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] At just over an inch tall, and less than 3/4" in diameter, the EM valve is available in 2- and 3-way configurations, and uses the company's special "spider" design. Several voltage options are available, as well as...

Twelve-megapixel CMOS camera for machine vision.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new Teli CleverDragon CSC12M25BMP19 establishes an optimal imaging platform to assist OEMs and system integrators in developing improved solutions for high-speed machine vision, parts inspection, robotics, and...

Laser marker.(New Products)
July 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Laser marking provides an ideal permanent marking solution on medical devices and equipment, surgical instruments and orthopedic inserts, high speed packaging and labeling lines. Direct part marking eliminates the...

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors has announced that it will provide direct web access to the ray data files for its light emitting diodes.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... OSRAM Opto Semiconductors has announced that it will provide direct web access to the ray data files for its light emitting diodes. The files, which can be downloaded from OSRAM's website, indicate the pattern in which light is emitted from an...

New literature from Biosafe Inc. describes an innovative antimicrobial that differs from other additives of this type in forming permanent covalent bonds with the polymers in plastics and textiles.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... New literature from Biosafe Inc. describes an innovative antimicrobial that differs from other additives of this type in forming permanent covalent bonds with the polymers in plastics and textiles. Charts in the brochure show that tiny loadings...

W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) introduces an online builder for configuring GORE Ultra High Density (UHD) Interconnects to use in benchtop test systems, instrument probe cable, parallel data link, production floor equipment, and automated test equipment.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) introduces an online builder for configuring GORE Ultra High Density (UHD) Interconnects to use in benchtop test systems, instrument probe cable, parallel data link, production floor equipment, and automated test...

Leader Tech announces the new release of a comprehensive Enclosure Shielding Products and Engineering Design Guide.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Leader Tech announces the new release of a comprehensive Enclosure Shielding Products and Engineering Design Guide. Immediate downloads of the catalog are available from the company's home page. The brochure outlines detailed information...

Mead Fluid Dynamics announces the release of its new product catalog today.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Mead Fluid Dynamics announces the release of its new product catalog today. The new catalog adopts the Bimba graphic standards to better integrate the two companies visually and also features enhanced product photography to serve as a better...

Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc. has just released its all-new 388-page catalog.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc. has just released its all-new 388-page catalog. This full-line catalog includes features, specifications, technical drawings, color photographs, and application highlights throughout. Products can be found in...

Minco has a new, free design guide that will enable you to design flexible Thermofoil heaters.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Minco has a new, free design guide that will enable you to design flexible Thermofoil heaters. With elements sandwiched in-between thin layers of various insulations, these flexible heaters can wrap, bend, and twist to heat three-dimensional...

National Instruments advances medical device design with technology and training.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... National Instruments has announced three initiatives to help support safe and efficient medical device development. The company is offering a series of free workshops that demonstrate how to develop a medical device using NI technology as well...

Micro Power supplies custom battery pack for Vocollect Healthcare Systems.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Micro Power has manufactured a custom Li-ion battery pack specifically for Vocollect Healthcare Systems' AccuNurse voice-assisted care system for the long-term care industry. The battery pack uses a single prismatic li-ion cell. The cell is...

Humphrey Products Company has put its newly released product guide online.(Design Notes)(Buyers guide)
July 1, 2008... Humphrey Products Company has put its newly released product guide online. The online guide covers Humphrey's wide line of pneumatic valves and actuators. Clicking on "Product Overview" on Humphrey's home page will direct viewers to group...

NSK Precision America is pleased to announce that SolidComponents now serves as the company's primary CAD file software tool.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... NSK Precision America is pleased to announce that SolidComponents now serves as the company's primary CAD file software tool. The online library, which is located at npa. solidcomponents.com, allows design engineers to configure and download 3D...

Qosina announces the publication of its most expansive catalog ever--644 pages of products.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Qosina announces the publication of its most expansive catalog ever--644 pages of products. The 2009 edition has thousands of OEM disposable components, and is an essential tool for engineers, product designers, and purchasing departments. The...

ZEON has launched a new web site for its family of Cyclo Olefin Polymer (COP) thermoplastic resin and film.(Design Notes)(Website overview)
July 1, 2008... ZEON has launched a new web site for its family of Cyclo Olefin Polymer (COP) thermoplastic resin and film. The web site offers more information about ZEONEX, ZEONOR, and ZeonorFilm, including application-specific technical information, product...

Invibio Biomaterial Solutions a worldwide leading provider of high-performance biomaterials to the surgical and medical device market, has expanded and redesigned its website.(Design Notes)(Website overview)
July 1, 2008... Invibio Biomaterial Solutions, a worldwide leading provider of high-performance biomaterials to the surgical and medical device market, has expanded and redesigned its website. The enhanced website is a streamlined conduit providing easy access...

Jasper Wireless enables Arrowhead Electronic Healthcare to deliver wireless eDiary solution for clinical drug trial.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Jasper Wireless has enabled Arrowhead Electronic Healthcare to provide a wireless eDiary solution for patients participating in a 13-month drug trial being conducted in 20 countries around the world. The eDiary collects patient data that will...

PDT focuses on ergonomics with latest Heathrow Scientific pipette.(Design Notes)
July 1, 2008... Product Development Technologies, Inc. (PDT), a division of TZ Limited was enlisted by Heathrow Scientific to develop its next generation pipette filler--the Rota-Filler 5000 (RF5000) Pipette. PDT's development team of industrial designers,...

ICs for low power, low cost ECG Holter monitors support standard medical wireless bands.
July 1, 2008... A wireless Holter monitor--small enough to fit on the back side of an electrode--provides more accurate signals than traditional designs that typically require the recording monitor be carried in a pocket or in a pouch worn around the neck or...

Blood analysis systems require wide bandwidths and fast sample processing cycles and analysis.
July 1, 2008... Blood analysis can be performed in several ways, using technologies that include impedance measurement and flow cytometry. Although each type of design has unique requirements and challenges, both depend on accurate, reliable, repeatable data...