Embracing Medical Innovation:
The remarkable properties of Thin Film Nitinol
A next generation medical device & biotechnology mateiral
In the realm of medical device innovation, Thin Film Nitinol (TFN) emerges as a material that is not just transformative but also a harbinger of a new era in healthcare solutions.
At Advanced Nitinol Technologies, we are at the forefront of harnessing the unparalleled potential of TFN to revolutionize medical treatments and improve patient outcomes.
What is Thin Film Nitinol?
Thin Film Nitinol (TFN) is an highly advanced biomaterial composed of nickel and titanium that is fabricated using tools and techniques developed by the semiconductor industry. By combining the unique superelastic and shape memory properties of nitinol with next generation micropatterning, Vetis can manufacture TFN-based devices with unique physical and biological properties that are simply not possible using more conventional technologies.
Advantages of TFN in Medical Devices
Thin film nitinol has unique mechanical properties (e.g., superelasticity), excellent biocompatibility, an ultra-smooth surface, as well as shape memory behavior. All these features along with its low-profile physical dimension (i.e., a few micrometers thick) make this material an ideal candidate in developing medical devices.
Biocompatibility and Safety to Prioritize Patient Health
TFN's biocompatibility marks a new era in patient safety. Its compatibility with the human body potentially lowers the risk of adverse reactions such as inflammation or rejection. As we continue to explore the vast potential of TFN, its role in shaping the future of medical devices becomes increasingly clear – offering safer, more effective solutions for a myriad of medical applications.
The Future of Medical Devices with TFN
The potential applications of TFN are vast and varied, from vascular stents, like our Titan Flow Diverter, to orthopedic implants, cell therapy scaffolds, and beyond. With an extensive patent portfolio, in-house fabrication capabilities and unmatched know how, we are position to be leaders in development and commercialization of the next generation of TFN based implantable medical devices.