by Lei Yang (Author)
Nanotechnology-Enhanced Orthopedic Materials provides the latest information on the emergence and rapid development of nanotechnology and the ways it has impacted almost every aspect of biomedical engineering. This book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the field, focusing on the fabrication and applications of these materials, presenting updated, practical, and systematic knowledge on the synthesis, processing, and modification of nanomaterials, along with the rationale and methodology of applying such materials for orthopedic purposes. Topics covered include a wide range of orthopedic material formulations, such as ceramics, metals, polymers, biomolecules, and self-assemblies. Final sections explore applications and future trends in nanotechnology-enhanced orthopedic materials.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 280
Publisher: Woodhead Publishing Ltd
Published: 01 Aug 2015
ISBN 10: 0857098446
ISBN 13: 9780857098443
Book Overview: Insights into nanotechnology for orthopedic applications, a comprehensive overview of the field, and an explanation of emerging technologies