Most people couldn’t survive without fiber optic cables today. Fiber optics are used to create the networks that allow people to watch TV, surf the internet, access the World Wide Web at work, and so much more. Nevertheless, at some point in the not-too-distant future, there’s a chance fiber optic cables could also be used to help people literally survive. Researchers recently made a discovery that could lead to many health benefits tied to fiber optics.
The researchers, who conducted their studies in Switzerland, have found a way to use optical fibers as thin as human hairs in order to manufacture microscopic structures through the use of 3D printing. This is exciting news in both the technology and health industries; since the researchers believe they might be able to one day use these optical fibers to create biocompatible structures inside of the human body that could be used to repair tissue damage that has taken place. During surgery, these small fiber optic cables could be inserted into the body for the sole purpose of creating structures that could aid in repairing certain body parts.
The researchers still have some work to do before they can begin using optical fibers in medical procedures. They have nailed down some of the most complicated parts of it, but for it to be practical, the researchers are trying to figure out a way to create a compact photopolymer delivery system that could be used to help create the structures doctors would need. However, the fact that this is even within the realm of possibility is amazing and shows just how incredible fiber optics can be. It will be interesting to see how researchers and scientists are able to continue to push the envelope.
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