Polymer tube expansion apparatus to maximize fracture toughness
US8303296B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 27, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7534
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods of and systems for fabricating a polymeric stent with improved fracture toughness including radial expansion of a polymer tube along its entire length at the same time and fabricating a stent from the expanded tube are disclosed herein.
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