Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is a semi-crystalline polymer (45–60%) with six
decades of orthopaedic applications. This polymer has a high fracture toughness (30 kJ m …

A range of ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)/graphene oxide (GO)
nanocomposites were fabricated using liquid-phase ultrasonication mixing followed by hot …

This work is focused on the study of the tribological behavior of TiAl 6 V 4 and CoCr 28 Mo
against UHMWPE. Wear tests were achieved on a reciprocating pin-on-disc tribometer …

This paper presents a tribological investigation of Si 3 N 4-hBN composite ceramics using
synthetic lubricants. The friction and wear properties of Si 3 N 4-hBN ceramic composites …

Wear is among the main factors affecting the performance of artificial couplings in joint
arthroplasty. In the attempt of investigating the applicability of PEEK and CFR PEEK in such …

High‐performance thermoplastic composites are gaining attention as potential replacement
for thermoset composites in high‐end structural applications owing to their superior fracture …

Abstract TiN, CrN, TiAlN and aC: H coatings have been used for wear reduction, but a
thorough comparison of their erosion and abrasion characteristics in simulated body fluid …

Ultrahigh‐molecular‐weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and UHMWPE composites reinforced
with graphene oxide (GO) were successfully fabricated through a new step of liquid‐phase …

The tribological behavior of a steel/PEKK ball-on-flat contact was studied regarding the load,
the velocity and the sliding distance in reciprocating or unidirectional motion. The friction …

Published data on the synthesis and properties of poly (arylene ether ketones) combining
excellent thermal stability and good heat and chemical resistance with unique mechanical …