Technical Articles

Implementing the IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment Standard

Why a mobility classification matters and how to choose the right one.

How Dry Lubricants Improve Medical Device Assembly

Jay Tourigny, a Senior Vice President at MicroCare Medical, gives insight on the benefits of lubricating solutions for medical devices .

Tiny Robots Tackle Big Problems

Recent research highlights a wide range of emerging uses for nanoscale robots in tackling some of the toughest issues in medicine.

Standardizing Smart Body Area Networks

A new European standard establishes interfaces, infrastructure, and access to any SmartBAN data/entities, promoting unified access to medical sensors and wearables.

Plastics Joining—Do You Know Your Options?

Take a process-neutral approach to solving plastics joining problems.

Developing an Alternative to the Snap Fit in Thermoformed Trays

Thermoforming experts have developed a packaging design that offers a new way to secure—and release—medical devices in rigid trays.

Consider the Risks Involved with Sodium Hypochlorite

The commonly used chemical does present some risks. Here’s how to address them.

Choosing the Right Font for Optimal Medical Device Usability

Don’t overlook these important factors.

The Art of Miniaturization in Medical Devices: 10 Expert Tips

During BIOMEDevice Boston, three experts shared tips for developing miniaturized medical devices.

7 Reasons to Use Robotics in Assembly and Packaging

Medical device manufacturers can utilize robotics throughout their operations, from automated lines to semiautomated and mixed manual lines.

Teaching by Touch

Could force-sensitive training devices help develop higher standards for future medical professionals?

Fixating on PEEK: The Implant Advantage

As a precision machiner of plastics, I’ve found PEEK to be a high performer for medical applications. Here’s why, and what to expect in the future.

The Time for AI-Based Medical Device Regulation Is Now

As artificial intelligence revolutionizes healthcare, the need for a tailored regulatory pathway for AI-based devices becomes crucial.

AI Program Can Predict Premature Death

University of Nottingham researchers developed a system of machine learning algorithms to predict the risk of early death due to chronic disease in a large middle-aged population.