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EMDM
October '99


Selected Contents



A Note From the Editor

Of Doors and Perception: Practising Empathy in Product Design


Cover Products

  • Ultrasonic Welding Equipment
  • Metal Tubing
  • Light-Curable Adhesives



Industry News

  • Sensing Growth in the Medical Biosensor Market
  • Ventilator Project Spurs Supplier's Medical Activities
  • Collaborative Venture Takes Giant Step into Device-Oriented Microtechnology
  • University Researcher Partners with Device Firm to Develop Cryogenic Prob
  • Miniature Carbon Fibres Energize Promise of Artificial Muscles
  • Symposium Explores Evolving Computer, Medical Device Interface
  • Catheter Packaging Earns Accolades
  • In Brief
  • Shows and Conferences


Technology News

  • Ac-driven Machines Offer Low Energy Consumption and Ease of Maintenance
  • Miniature Dc Motor Achieves High Speeds at Low Temperatures
  • Database Combines Selection of Materials, Shapes, and Manufacturing Processes


Regional Focus: Western Switzerland

Medical device OEMs benefit from local suppliers' expertise in the development and manufacture of micromechanical assemblies.


Spotlight:
Spotlight on Manufacturing Equipment

Dispensing units, tube cutters, automation equipment, injection molding machines, catheter processors, and more!


Q&A with Simon Wright

Synthetic bone-graft substitutes could attain an average annual growth rate of 42% and capture US$73.8 million of the European market by 2003. European medical analyst Simon Wright explains why substitute materials are poised for growth.


Product Update:
Sensors and Transducers

Sensors and transducers continue to evolve as industry increases its use of data logging and automated processes.



Past Issues of EMDM On-Line

1999
September | May/June | March/April | January/February

1998
November/December | October | September | May/June | March/April | January/February

1997
November/December | October | July/August | May/June | March/April | January/February