| Literature DB >> 28269562 |
Jacob Miller, Jeffrey F Rhoads, Jacqueline Linnes.
Abstract
Here we report on the development of novel polyimide-based flexible magnetic actuators for improving hydrocephalus shunts. The static and dynamic mechanical responses of the thin-film magnetic microdevices were quantitatively measured. The bacteria-removing capabilities of the microfabricated devices were also evaluated. Although additional evaluations are necessary, the preliminary results show promising potential for combatting bacteria-induced biofouling. Lastly, the thin-film microdevices are integrated into a single-pore silicone catheter to demonstrate a proof-of-concept, MEMS-enabled self-clearing, smart catheter.Entities:
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Year: 2016 PMID： 28269562 PMCID： PMC5552617 DOI： 10.1109/EMBC.2016.7592035
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Conf Proc IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc ISSN： 1557-170X