How Additive Manufacturing and CT Inspection Are Transforming Implantable Medical Devices

North Star Imaging, a supplier of industrial X-ray and computed tomography systems, has published an article on using industrial CT to inspect implantable medical devices made by additive manufacturing. The piece explains how CT scanning can examine 3D-printed implants for internal porosity, check whether printed lattice structures match their intended geometry, and detect powder left trapped inside parts after printing. It also reviews the regulatory side, outlining FDA guidance and ASTM standards relevant to inspecting these additively manufactured implants. The article serves as both an educational overview and promotion of the company's CT inspection capabilities.