In the past, synthetic conventional materials have not served as satisfactory implants. As an
example, the current average lifetime of an orthopedic implant (such as hip, knee, ankle …

Abstract Development of artificial joints is a great progress for joint replacement operations
of human being, but the short longevity of prostheses has concerned both industries and …

In hip replacement the use of hard bearing materials, which have been shown to have lower
wear rates than traditional metal-UHMWPE couples, has been encouraged in an effort to …

Wear is a critical issue related to the performance of hip joint implants, namely for ultra-high
molecular weight (UHMWPE) fabricated components. A greater knowledge and …

This paper presents the design optimization of a total knee replacement (TKR) using a
parametric three-dimensional finite element (FE) model, considering wear of the ultra high …

Total joint replacement is one of the most common elective surgical procedures performed
worldwide, with an estimate of 1.5 million operations performed annually. Currently joint …

Nanotechnology has been expected to be an extraordinarily promising method for bone
repair. Meanwhile, the promise of nanobiomaterials for therapeutic applications has been …

It has long been recognised that wear analysis of total joint replacements is an important
means in determining failure mechanisms, functionality and improving longevity of these …

Total joint replacement is one of the most common elective surgical procedures performed
worldwide, with an estimate of 1.5× 106 operations performed annually. Currently joint …

In an ageing population where individuals demand a pain free and active existence, hip
arthroplasty has become one of the most important operations of later life, with …