Cicor: Printed electronics with the latest aerosol jet printing technology
The Cicor Group is a global provider of complete electronic solutions, offering services ranging from research and development to production and supply chain management. With around 3,300 employees at 19 locations, Cicor serves leading companies in the medical technology, industrial and aerospace & defense sectors. The company combines customized development solutions, high-tech components and the manufacture of electronic devices to create added value for its customers.
Printed electronics: precision and innovation in medical technology
A new development from Cicor's application laboratory enables ground-breaking applications in the field of medical technology. In collaboration with partners, a catheter with an integrated sensor has been developed that delivers nanobots or medication to the desired location in the body. The use of printed electronics, in particular aerosol jet printing, creates solutions that could not previously be realized using conventional methods.
Precise medication delivery thanks to innovative sensor technology
The clamp integrated into the catheter is equipped with bending and stress sensors that precisely measure the opening and closing status. This resistance measurement provides the doctor with real-time feedback on whether the medication or nanobots have been delivered with pinpoint accuracy. This is particularly important for sensitive treatments such as the targeted dosing of medication for strokes. Using this method, the amount of medication can be reduced and the risk of side effects, such as pulmonary bleeding, minimized.
Printed electronics: limitless possibilities for medicine
The aerosol jet printing process, which Cicor has been using for five years, opens up completely new possibilities for medical technology. One example is the printing of temperature sensors on medical tools such as bone saws or drills to prevent overheating and tissue damage. This technology not only offers innovative solutions to current challenges, but also pushes the boundaries of what is possible in medicine.
A look into the future of medical technology
Progress in the field of printed electronics is only just beginning. The combination of precision, functionality and adaptability opens up a multitude of new applications in medicine. From targeted drug delivery to the optimization of surgical tools, this technology will revolutionize and advance medical care.
