Review of micro-arc oxidation of titanium alloys: Mechanism, properties and applications

G Li, F Ma, P Liu, S Qi, W Li, K Zhang, X Chen - Journal of Alloys and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Titanium (Ti) and its alloys have great application potential. However, their relatively poor
surface hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and biological activity greatly limit …

[HTML][HTML] Progress in bioactive surface coatings on biodegradable Mg alloys: A critical review towards clinical translation

N Singh, U Batra, K Kumar, N Ahuja, A Mahapatro - Bioactive Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Mg and its alloys evince strong candidature for biodegradable bone implants,
cardiovascular stents, and wound closing devices. However, their rapid degradation rate …

Rare earth-based nanomaterials in electrocatalysis

C Li, P Wang, M He, X Yuan, Z Fang, Z Li - Coordination Chemistry …, 2023 - Elsevier
The positioning and incomplete filling of 4f electrons give rare earths unique
physicochemical properties, giving them great potential in electrocatalysis. The rare earth …

[HTML][HTML] Recent advancements in nanomaterials for biomedical implants

S Gautam, D Bhatnagar, D Bansal, H Batra… - Biomedical Engineering …, 2022 - Elsevier
The need for advancement in biomaterials that stimulate the repair, replacement, or recovery
of gentle body tissues and bones keeps growing as the population ages. Although …

Magnetron sputtering enabled sustainable synthesis of nanomaterials for energy electrocatalysis

J Liang, Q Liu, T Li, Y Luo, S Lu, X Shi, F Zhang… - Green …, 2021 - pubs.rsc.org
Next-generation energy technologies have captured increasing research interest because of
their fascinating advantages, yet the implementation of such technologies requires efficient …

From phosphorus to phosphorene: Applications in disease theranostics

Y Zhu, Z Xie, J Li, Y Liu, C Li, W Liang, W Huang… - Coordination Chemistry …, 2021 - Elsevier
As one of the main elements in the living organisms, phosphorus makes an important impact
on the life activity. Phosphorus contained compounds have been widely applied in the …

Low-Dimensional In2Se3 Compounds: From Material Preparations to Device Applications

J Li, H Li, X Niu, Z Wang - ACS nano, 2021 - ACS Publications
Nanostructured In2Se3 compounds have been widely used in electronics, optoelectronics,
and thermoelectrics. Recently, the revelation of ferroelectricity in low-dimensional (low-D) …

[HTML][HTML] Advances in hydroxyapatite coatings on biodegradable magnesium and its alloys

AM Zhang, P Lenin, RC Zeng, MB Kannan - Journal of Magnesium and …, 2022 - Elsevier
Magnesium is a candidate metal for biodegradable implant applications for its
biodegradation tendency and excellent biocompatibility. Unfortunately, the high degradation …

A review on the preparation of thin-film YSZ electrolyte of SOFCs by magnetron sputtering technology

Y Yang, Y Zhang, M Yan - Separation and Purification Technology, 2022 - Elsevier
Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) have become one of the most attractive energy conversion
devices due to their fuel flexibility, environmental friendliness and promising energy …

Surface engineering of biomaterials in orthopedic and dental implants: Strategies to improve osteointegration, bacteriostatic and bactericidal activities

Z Liu, X Liu, S Ramakrishna - Biotechnology journal, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
Background The success of biomedical implants in orthopedic and dental applications is
usually limited due to insufficient bone‐implant integration, and implant‐related infections …