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Method of making an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene structure

US7226558B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 5, 2004
Grant dateJun 5, 2007
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Expiry dateOct 5, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S623/901
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A high density microwall ePTFE structure and a method for making, involving the manipulation of a standard extruded ePTFE graft. The final product has the desired characteristics of high density, reduced wall-thickness, above-average radial strength and enhanced suture retention.

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