Webinar on 3D Printing's Role in Custom Orthotics and Prosthetics
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HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions and DyeMansion will host a webinar on November 10, focusing on 3D printing's impact on custom orthotics and prosthetics. The session will cover the entire production process, from patient scanning to post-processing, highlighting recent advancements in digital manufacturing.
Overview of the Webinar
On November 10, HP Additive Manufacturing Solutions and DyeMansion will present a webinar titled "Enabling 3D Printed Orthotics & Prosthetics." This session aims to explore how 3D printing and digital workflows can streamline the process of creating custom orthotic and prosthetic devices.
Key Topics
The webinar will detail the production process, which includes:
- Scanning a patient’s body
- Designing a device with software
- 3D printing the device
- Post-processing and assembly
Attendees will learn how these technologies can enhance productivity, consistency, and traceability in manufacturing personalized devices, with insights from industry experts David Johnson from HP and Emilie Simpson from DyeMansion.
Expert Insights
David Johnson, with extensive experience in additive manufacturing, leads healthcare application support for HP’s Multi Jet Fusion technology. He will discuss how companies like ProsFit have reduced production times from weeks to days. Emilie Simpson specializes in post-processing technologies and will share her expertise on choosing materials and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Benefits of 3D Printing
3D printing offers significant advantages in creating custom devices tailored to individual patient needs. This technology allows for:
- Rapid design adjustments based on patient scans
- Decreased need for multiple patient visits
- Increased production rates, as seen with iOrthotics, which has improved output from 30 to more than 100 devices daily
By connecting all steps of the process, the webinar aims to empower manufacturers and healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, custom solutions efficiently.