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Fiber laser systems produce low-cost bioelectronics

Nowadays it is difficult to imagine the modern world without the use of laser systems. They have significantly changed the current technique of material processing, fiber lasers’ application includes welding, cutting, marking, measurement sensing, 3D scanning, LIDAR devices, scientific researches, the fiber laser systems are widely applied in domestic appliances and even as laser beam weapons. Moreover, the applications continue expanding.

Laser systems are also employed in bioelectronics, however, their production is considered to be difficult and expensive. Nonetheless, a team of researchers from the U.S. has presented an easy, low-cost, and scalable technique that allows for producing bioelectronics elements applying fiber lasers.

The fiber laser technology can also be used in medicine, for instance, in pacemakers. The production principle is based on polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) that is regarded as a type of elastomer (highly elastic, stretchable material). The use of a pretty low-cost commercial laser beam cutter makes it possible to change the PDMS into dense silicon carbide material required for electronics and even in bioelectronics.

It should be noted that previously, the researchers had to synthesize all the elements separately and then combine them. Now the fiber laser technology “enables sections of the soft PDMS to be turned directly into silicon carbide through accurate laser beam engraving to produce a seamless integration.”

To be more precise, it is easier to attach soft material to soft and deformable cells. Herewith, the silicon carbide systems are ideal for electronics, and it does not degrade within the body. Taking into consideration the requirement in high accuracy, the production by the fiber laser system is a very promising method for this application.

The laser system has been already tested on a tiny pacemaker made by the team. The researchers put the composite on a rat heart, to which electrical signals were employed. Therefore, the heart rate synchronized immediately to that of the fiber laser system.

Additionally, the researchers claim that other potential applications of laser systems are distinguished: they contain scientific measurement sensing or the stimulation of arterial smooth muscle cells. Laser beam light allows for directing signals to nearby cells, resulting in a targeted response and potentially supporting control over the contraction and relaxation cycles of muscle cells. Finally, it is planned to employ fiber lasers in “remote-controlling” arteries during muscle surgeries and treating patients with spinal cord injuries.

If you are looking for a compact highly-efficient laser system, the Optromix company is ready to manufacture it. Optromix is a manufacturer of laser systems, optical fiber sensors, and optical monitoring systems. We develop and manufacture a broad variety of fiber lasers, high powered fiber lasers, and other types. We offer simple laser products, as well as sophisticated fiber laser systems with unique characteristics, based on the client’s inquiry. 

We manufacture laser modules using our technologies based on the advanced research work and patents of the international R&D team. Laser processes are of high quality, high precision, easily-automated manufacturing solutions that provide repeatability and flexibility. If you have any questions or would like to buy a fiber laser system, please contact us at info@optromix.com