Composites in Biomedical Applications presents a comprehensive overview on recent developments in composites and their use in biomedical applications. It features cutting-edge developments to encourage further advances in the field of composite research.
- Highlights a completely new research theme in polymer-based composite materials
- Outlines a broad range of different research fields, including polymer and natural fiber reinforcement used in the development of composites for biomedical applications
- Discusses advanced techniques for the development of composites and biopolymer-based composites
- Covers fatigue behavior, conceptual design in ergonomics design application, tissue regeneration or replacement, and skeletal bone repair of polymer composites
- Details the latest developments in synthesis, preparation, characterization, material evaluation, and future challenges of composite applications in the biomedical field
This book is a comprehensive resource for advanced students and scientists pursuing research in the broad fields of composite materials, polymers, organic or inorganic hybrid materials, and nano-assembly.
Chapter 1 The Hip Joint and Total Hip Replacement
Chapter 2 A Review of Biocomposites in Biomedical Application
Chapter 3 Biocomposites in Advanced Biomedical and Electronic Systems Applications
Chapter 4 Resin-Based Composites in Dentistry—A Review
Chapter 5 Classifications and Applications of Biocomposite Materials in Various Biomedical Fields
Chapter 6 Conceptual Design of Composite Crutches
Chapter 7 Conceptual Design of Kenaf Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composite Chair with Input from Anthropometric Data
Chapter 8 A Review on Nanocellulose Composites in Biomedical Application
Chapter 9 Medical Rubber Glove Waste As Potential Filler Materials in Polymer Composites
Chapter 10 Fabrication and Properties of Polylactic Acid/Hydroxyapatite Biocomposites for Human Bone Substitute Materials
Chapter 11 Hydrogel-Based Composites in Perfusion Cell Culture/Test Device
Chapter 12 Nanocomposites for Human Body Tissue Repair
Chapter 13 Advances in Marine Skeletal Nanocomposites for Bone Repair
Chapter 14 Magnesium Metal Matrix Composites for Biomedical Applications
Index