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From science fiction to science: PCB at the center of body tech revolution

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Liquid Crystal Polymers have clear advantages in terms of compatibility to the human body and reliability.  Driven by advances in miniaturization, biocompatibility and sensing- this tech is key for a better human-machine experience for patients. Smarter prostheses need better hardware frames. Taking what was considered Sci-Fi to the realm of possibilities.

Robocop. Alita: battle angel. Deus Ex Machina. Ghost in the shell, and many many more. Augmentative protheses were the subject of many a Science Fiction Novelty. Now, with the advancement in tech, from the world of Sci-fi to the world of science only. As artificial limbs and  body elements become smarter and more in tune with the natural feel and operation of the human body- so is the need for technologies that will enable such advances. As a result, right electronic signal processing and hardware morphology is at the forefront of communicative, adaptive body procedures.

E.D.E Electronics is proud to present the Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) flexible Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). These solutions by flexible PCB expert DYCONEX were especially designed for highly sensitive medical functionality. As biocompatibility is at the core of the technology, its aim is to prevent a negative reaction form the user’s body. Therefore, making it essential for medical devices.

These solutions are used in implantable and wearable medical tech. Not withstanding, these solutions are part of a miniaturization drive for smaller, more compact, devices. The need of patients who experienced limb loss is very real. from reports made locally and abroad (such as in the US) last year, the need is dire among previously military personal. As tens of thousands experienced limb loss. Not to mention others which experienced the same. Additionally, some traditional defence tech players in Israel have started to address the need of those harmed. At least in local reports.

Such slick, flexible PCB design saves space, easy to carry, has improved performance and is highly customizable.  Thus, it is no wonder that it is the optimal choice for wearable health monitoring devices. There is also the prospect of multilayered flexible PCB composition.

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