Additive manufacturing (AM) represents the present and the future of manufacturing
production, thanks to a new design paradigm that allows the customization of components …

The variety of new biomaterials and different surface treatments being applied to existing
materials all intended for total knee replacement (TKR) are self-evident of the demand for …

Abstract β-type titanium alloys are promising materials in the field of medical implants. The
effect of β-phase stability on the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance and cytotoxicity …

Superhydrophobic coating has attracted increasing attention due to its exceptional
performance, yet fabricating a stable superhydrophobic coating on metal surfaces remains …

In particle-reinforced metal matrix composites, geometrically necessary dislocations (GNDs)
form on the matrix side close to the particle/matrix interface. The mechanical behavior of the …

A multi-principal element alloy consisting of equiatomic concentrations of Cr, Fe, Mn, and V
was produced by arc melting. The combination of X-ray diffraction, scanning electron …

Surface roughness and wettability are among the surface properties which determine the
service lifetime of materials. Mechanical treatments subjected to the surface layer of …

Protection of stainless steel from water, oxygen, and chloride ions is of crucial importance for
diverse industrial fields; yet, it remains challenging to develop a proper solution with …

Although stainless steel is a widely used material for biomedical applications, its surface
properties for long term application are still a serious concern. Here, chemical surface …

Laser cladding (LC) technique, as one of advanced additive manufacturing techniques, has
been proved to own great potential to be applied for building and civil engineering. By using …