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Microtechnology - perfectly built in tight spaces

MICRO TECH

Modern microtechnology does not only enable the construction of compact implants and of devices that can be worn discreetly on the body, but it is also making a lot of new approaches possible in research. Microfluidic devices allow for the conduction of a lot of experiments that would have required larger and more complex set-ups before.
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FAQ: Micromanufacturing in MedTech

Micromanufacturing helps medical technology achieve maximum effects with maximum precision in the smallest of spaces.
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The next generation of visual implants

With the miniaturization of technology and improved data transmission and evaluation, visual implants are coming into focus.
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Sensors – hidden heroes?
They monitor, transmit and control – sensors in medical technology. Hardly any device can do without them.
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Small technology for powerful hearing
The smallest components are needed for hearing aids. We take a look at the microtechnology in devices.
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The significance of microoptics
Aside from medical specialties, micro-lenses have also made their way into many applications, including wearables.


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Micro Processing & Micro Production

A vascular stent on a black background – micromanufacturing in medical technology

Micro Processing & Micro Production

FAQ: Micromanufacturing in MedTech

Micromanufacturing helps medical technology achieve maximum effects with maximum precision in the smallest of spaces.
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Micro Processing & Micro Production

Five important microtechnologies
Microtechnology has tiny dimensions but a huge impact: complex components and systems are created in the smallest spaces.
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Great demands for the smallest products
While microtechnology opens up many new possibilities, it does not make end product manufacturing any easier.
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Cryoanalytics observations
TU Ilmenau is studying methods to support digitization for the upcoming decades. Check out how in this interview!


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Microfluidics

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Microfluidics: FAQ on the technology

Diagnostics, analytics, research - microfluidics is a superpower for medicine and medical technology.
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Precision in the smallest space
In order to deliver precise results, microfluidic chips must also be produced with high precision.
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An important part of the big picture
Find out which trends and innovations the exhibitors at COMPAMED have brought with them in the video!
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COC films for microfluidics
Typical applications for COC film are, for example, cast chips that can be used in PCR tests.


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MICRO TECH: Newsticker

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Smartlets: Microrobots move and communicate in Water

Chemnitz University smartlets show autonomous movement and communication in water, with potential uses in medicine and environmental monitoring.
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Faster laser structuring with optical stamping
Fraunhofer ILT and RWTH Aachen have developed optical stamping, a laser-based method for ultra-fast, precise microstructuring in a single pulse.
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Quantum biosensor detects biomolecules without light source
EPFL has developed a chip-sized biosensor that uses quantum tunneling to emit and detect light - for ultra-sensitive molecular diagnostics.
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Energy-efficient portable pH monitoring
Fraunhofer IPMS developed compact ISFET control electronics, ideal for water analysis and medical fluid diagnostics.


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