title: Opportunities with thermoplastics.
abstract: Whether as substitutes for glass and metal, or completely novel injection moulded applications, engineering polymers offer a range of opportunities for developing cost-effective, safe and smart medical devices.
authors.affiliation: Ticona GmbH, Kelsterbach, Germany. vaahs@ticona.de
authors.forename: Tilo
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Vaahs
mesh_terms: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004867:Equipment Design / Q000379:methods; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D005720:Gamma Rays; D008420:Manufactured Materials; D010969:Plastics / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000528:radiation effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D013696:Temperature; D014896:Welding / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D010969:Plastics