Structure of Bone and Implant Materials
AimsBefore you startIntroductionStructure and composition of boneFormation and remodelling of boneMechanical properties of boneBone replacementAn introduction to hip replacementsSelecting implant materialsMaterials selection of femoral stem componentMaterials selection of femoral head and acetabular cup componentsSummaryQuestionsGoing furtherTLP creditsTLP contentsShow all contentViewing and downloading resourcesAbout the TLPsTerms of useFeedbackCredits Print this page
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Before you start
Before reading this TLP, you should be familiar with:
- Young’s Modulus (E, Pa), Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS, Pa), Fracture Energy (Gc, J m-2)
- The concept of composite materials
- Use of Ashby Materials Selection Maps (See the TLP Optimisation of Materials Properties in Living Systems)