Medical Device Materials III: Proceedings of the Materials & Processes for Medical Devices Conference (November 610, 2005, Boston, Massachusetts, Usa)

The Materials & Processes for Medical Devices Conference focuses on the materials science and engineering aspects of the medical devices industry. Device manufacturers, materials providers, and clinicians share information and knowledge on materials and their properties. Coverage ranges from cardiovascular devices to orthopedics to dental appliances. This proceedings volume from the third MPMD event provides balanced coverage of medical device technology, new materials, new processes, testing issues, regulatory issues, and specific device application concerns. Many papers cover the mechanical and physical properties and performance characteristics of medical device materials, including nitinol, titanium, and cobalt alloys. Contents: Fabrication Processes for Stents Fatigue Life Materials R&D Novel Laser Fabrication Processes Metal Injection Molding and Powder Processes Materials Modeling Surface Engineering for Orthopedic Devices Corrosion Surface Engineering for Cardiovascular Devices Medical Device Applications Surface Engineering: Novel Coating Processes Surface Engineering: Biological Interactions Advanced Materials