Antimicrobial implant
US8147861B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 15, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/25
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of building an orthopedic implant including the steps of mixing a powder having antimicrobial properties with a biocompatible powder to form a mixture. Next, the mixture is deposited on top of a substrate. The substrate may be part of the finished product or only a work platform. The mixture layer is then selectively melted.
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