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Pattern transfer device for mass transfer of micro-patterns onto medical devices

US9987398B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 23, 2016
Grant dateJun 5, 2018
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Expiry dateAug 23, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2250/0068
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This invention is directed to a pattern transfer device and assembly for mass-transfer/fabrication of micro-sized features/structures onto the inner diameter (ID) surface of a stent. This new approach is provided by technique of through mask electrical micro-machining. One embodiment discloses an application of electrical micro-machining to the ID of a stent using a customized electrode configured specifically for machining micro-sized features/structures.

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