Effect of Joining Technologies on Medical Devices

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Back to Core Research Programme AMorph – 4D Printing for Field Morphing Structures Automation of Composite and Hybrid Joining Process Coaxial Wire Additive Manufacturing Processes and In-Line Monitoring Tools Development of Coded Excitation Technique for Non-Metallic Pipes Inspection Development of Digital Twin technology as a demonstrator for real-time integrity assessment of crack growth in tensile specimens Development of Friction Stir Welding (FSW) for Hydrogen Fuel Storage Tanks Development of Leak-Before-Break Hydrogen Storage Composite Pressure Vessels With Polymeric Liner Establishing Assessment Methods for Determining Safe Service Limits of High-Temperature Materials in Extreme Environments Fracture toughness in aggressive environments: effect of crack monitoring techniques on test results In-process detection and non-destructive testing of electron beam weld imperfections Internal Bore Coatings for Applications in Corrosion and Hydrogen Environment Joining of Additively Manufactured Materials Long term behaviour of polymeric liner materials/coatings in hydrogen service Techniques for High Temperature Ultrasonic Inspection of Arc Welding Ultimate Leverage Fund

Project Code: 0905-08

Objectives

The proposed project will review the current state-of-the art in soldering and brazing for medical applications.

Project Outline

The proposed project will review the current state-of-the art in soldering and brazing for medical applications and identify:

Assessment of needs from the medical membership

Currently relevant materials, manufacturers and suppliers

Potentially usable materials based on historical data on the biocompatibility of metals

Recommendations on the use of solders and braze alloys in a range of applications

Alternative methods of joining materials where solders and brazes are prohibited eg for corrosion resistance

Opportunities for future collaboration (in all forms of TWI project work)

The review will focus on both the material combinations and the solders and braze alloys currently available as well as the impact this may have on the antibiotic (gentamycin) on the surfaces of any prosthesis.

Once a number of compatible material systems have been identified, it will be important to determine the environmental resistance of the joints in a medical application.

Relevant Industry Sectors

Medical, Electronics and Sensors

Technical and Economic Benefits

Increased likelihood of project work.

Increased membership potential in the medical sector.