Approaches to the physico-chemical and mechanical characterisation of functional coatings, Part I.
It is asserted that by understanding the science behind the coating, developers will be able to produce formulations and robust manufacturing processes that deliver a medical device/combination product that consistently meets requirements. To meet this objective, Part 1 of this article focuses on the coating formulation and early development of the coating. Part II will address the testing challenges and verification of the finished coating on the device.
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PA Consulting Group, Cambridge Technology Centre, Melbourn, UK. innovation@paconsulting.com
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