Mechanical properties of plasma sprayed bioceramic composite coatings

HA is becoming an important coating on Ti6AI4V biomedical implants to accelerate osteogenesis because of its bioactive nature. However, its weak fracture toughness limits its application in high stress areas.

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Main Author: Chea, Mung Kong.
Other Authors: Khor, Khiam Aik
Format: Theses and Dissertations
Published: 2008
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10356/6428
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Institution: Nanyang Technological University
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Summary:HA is becoming an important coating on Ti6AI4V biomedical implants to accelerate osteogenesis because of its bioactive nature. However, its weak fracture toughness limits its application in high stress areas.