Processing Technologies Applied for Realizing New Medical Micro-Devices Components

Abstract:

The paper presents the new methods of use of processing technologies for realizing proof-of-concept new medical micro-devices components. By using both classical mechanical machining and unconventional laser beam cutting and welding combined with soldering two proof-of-concept medical devices components were realized. The materials processed were stainless steel and super-elastic nitinol alloy. The selection of the processing technologies was done based on the specific requirements of the devices components as well as the characteristics of the applied materials. The selected technologies were fit for the requirements of the proof-of-concept medical micro-devices components, further RTD work being needed in order to comply with the bio-compatibility and in-exploitation requirements. The specific outcomes of using classical mechanical machining and laser beam processing are presented.

• Periodical: Advanced Engineering Forum (Volume 27)
• Pages: 98-102
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AEF.27.98
• Online since: April 2018
• Authors: Aurel Valentin Bîrdeanu*, Mihaela Bîrdeanu, Gabriel Gruionu, Lucian Gheorghe Gruionu
• Keywords: Laser, Medical Micro-Devices, Memory Shape Alloys, Nitinol, Processing Technologies

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