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Aesculap AG – part of the B. Braun Group

Aesculap has been a strong part of B. Braun for over 40 years. As a product brand in the B. Braun portfolio, Aesculap offers solutions for surgical and interventional core processes. B. Braun is one of the world's leading medical technology companies. With 63,000 employees, the family-owned company is a true partner, developing smart solutions and setting standards to drive advancements in health care.

Role within SmILE

Within the SmILE project, Aesculap will contribute by sharing expertise in implant manufacturing and testing, as well as knowledge about clinical and regulatory requirements. The team will provide knowledge on integrating the developed sensor platform into Total Knee Arthroplasty and provide prototype Implants for testing and Proof of Concept.

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Main contacts

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Prof. Dr. med. habil. Dr. Ing. Thomas Grupp
Principal Expert Engineer R&D
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Michael Utz
Project Manager Innovative Smart Applications & Simulation
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Allan Maas
Head of R&D Innovative Smart Applications & Simulation
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As a global leader in medical technology, Aesculap AG is proud to contribute to the SmILE project—an exciting step toward the future of orthopedic care. In collaboration with our partners, we’re developing a cutting-edge sensor platform integrated into our trusted knee implants. This innovation will provide real-time data straight from the implant, enabling smarter, more personalized post-op care.

Thomas Grupp