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Pumps and valves made from ultrathin elastomeric films are lightweight and energy efficient
Miniaturized pumps and valves that rely on the motion of dielectric elastomeric silicone films are being created in Saarland, ...
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Scientists develop new thin film-based vacuum pump that could replace bulky motors
The motion of dielectric elastomeric silicone films is what makes these devices lightweight, compact, and able to utilize low energy.
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SMART: Small Aortic Annuli Still Fare Best With Self-Expandable Valves at 2 Years
The data raise questions about valve hemodynamics and the role of early imaging to stay ahead of clinical and subclinical ...
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SMART Trial two-year data continues to demonstrate superior valve performance for Evolut TAVR™ system in small annulus patients
"The SMART Trial is a groundbreaking, head-to-head comparison that, for the first time, highlights how a patient with a small annulus can benefit from Evolut's differentiated valve design," said ...