The 3D-Center of Orthopedics at the UKM
Center for 3D Data Processing and Additive Manufacturing
This project will create a cross-clinic center for additive manufacturing directly at the point of care. Thanks to a qualified (ISO 13485 and ISO/ASTM 52920) and therefore MDR-compliant production environment, the manufacture of medical devices using additive manufacturing can be researched in a clinical environment. The immediate proximity and integration into the Clinic for General Orthopedics and Tumor Orthopedics and close cooperation with the Clinic for Radiology enables an optimal exchange between clinicians and researchers.
At the heart of the 3D Center is an additive manufacturing process for the medically approved material PA12 (polyamide). After sterilization, a 3D printed part can also be used in the operating theatre and on the human body. In order to raise research in this area to a maximum safety level, the production process and the associated process chain are to be certified in accordance with international standards. This also includes extensive structural measures that are still in the implementation phase.
At the heart of the 3D Center is an additive manufacturing process for the medically approved material PA12 (polyamide). After sterilization, a 3D printed part can also be used in the operating theatre and on the human body. In order to raise research in this area to a maximum safety level, the production process and the associated process chain are to be certified in accordance with international standards. This also includes extensive structural measures that are still in the implementation phase.
Contact: 3d-center@ukmuenster.de
Further information on research in the field of additive manufacturing at the point of care can be found here.
The 3D Center was supported by the REACT-EU funding program. Find out more here.
