FUTEK Sensor Catalogue has been released. This 8th edition features more details about their autoclaveable sensors, a new micro reaction torque sensor, three new instruments, and a brand-new addition to their miniature s-beam load cell line. They also have highlights on …
Application Summary of Robotic Catheter Force Measurement Accuracy and sensitivity are extremely critical during intravascular procedures. In this application, FUTEK’s LSB200 Miniature S-Beam Jr. Load Cell gives medical practitioners the accuracy and precision that is necessary for robotic catheter force measurement. …
Why movement to an Automated Thoracic Retractor? Firstly, opening a patient’s thoracic wall requires fast movement and consistent torque to minimise trauma. Secondly, this is accomplished with a hand cranked thoracic retractor operated by the surgeon. Using this methodology, current loops …
An Australian University Research Laboratory was wishing to manufacture an automated system to allow preparation of medical samples using the method of Solid Phase Extraction. To measure this, a linear sampling device which can hold up 10 solid-phase extraction cartridges was …
In this Medical Case Study, all information and images were kindly provided by Phd Researcher Wes Allen from the University of Western Australia, BRITElab at Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research. Futek’s Jnr S Beam Load Cells are part of the …
Researchers at BRITElab at Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research and the University of WA have developed an imaging technique which assists surgeons to effectively remove all tumours during initial breast cancer surgery. The aim is to remove all malignant tissue …