Hanawa T. Metallic Biomaterials 2024

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Metallic materials are used in many medical devices due to their high mechanical reliability and their excellent strength and toughness. They account for more than 70% of internally implantable devices (implants). This book helps understand the necessity and problems of metal materials used in medical applications. This book was written with the goal of helping students learn the essentials of metallic biomaterials and acquire knowledge that can be applied in a progressive manner. The target audience for this book are students, graduate students, engineers, medical doctors, and others who need knowledge about metallic biomaterials.
Preface
Notes on Using This Book
Current Status of Metallic Biomaterials
General Property of Metals in Biological Environment
Evaluation Methods of Metallic Biomaterials
Medical Use of Metals
Degradation and Current Problem of Metallic Biomaterials
Titanium and Titanium Alloys
Cobalt-Based Alloys
Stainless Steels
Other Metals and Functional Alloys
Surface Treatment and Surface Morphology
Appendix: Specifications of Metallic Biomaterials
Index