Plasma spraying of hydroxyapatite(HA)/Ti-6Al-4V composite coatings

• Main Author: Quek, Chai Hia.
• Other Authors: Khor, Khiam Aik
• Format: Theses and Dissertations
• Language: English
• Published: 2008
• Subjects: DRNTU::Engineering::Materials::Composite materials; DRNTU::Engineering::Materials::Plasma treatment
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10356/13447
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

Biomedical implants using metals, polymers, ceramics and composites are increasingly being used to restore body function and to facilitate healing. It is often the material design aspect of such implants that will determine the stability of the device. Hydroxyapatite (HA) coating on Ti-6A1-4V is a p...