Market
Biocompatible passive coatings enable fluid control inside implants without pumps — smaller form factor, longer device life.
The Problem
Implantable devices must manage fluids — drug delivery, biosensing, waste management — inside the body without external power connections or mechanical components that add size, reduce biocompatibility, and shorten device life.
Conventional pump mechanisms are impractical at implantable scale.
The Surnetics Solution
Gradient coatings can be applied to biocompatible substrate materials to enable passive fluid control inside implanted devices — with no pump, no mechanical components, and no parasitic power draw.
Smaller form factors and longer device operating life are achievable.
Competitive Advantages
Passive flow eliminates the need for batteries or external power connections for fluid management inside the body.
Removing pumps and actuators dramatically reduces device size — critical for implantable applications where every millimeter matters.
No mechanical wear components means longer operating life and reduced revision surgery risk for patients.
Gradient coatings are compatible with biocompatible materials including silicone rubber, medical-grade plastics, and metals.
Applications Deep Dive
Click any application to explore how precise fluid management determines device performance — and how Surnetics technology transforms what is possible inside the human body.
Full Application Scope
Any implantable device that requires controlled fluid movement — from drug delivery to biosensing — can benefit from passive, pump-free flow control.
We are actively seeking licensing partners and co-development agreements in implantable medical devices.
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