Nanocomposite materials in orthopedic applications

Abstract

This chapter is an introduction to nanocomposite materials and its classifications with emphasis on orthopedic application. It covers different types of matrix nanocomposites including ceramics, metal, polymer and natural-based nanocomposites with the main features and applications in the orthopedic. In addition, it presents structure, composition, and biomechanical features of bone as a natural nanocomposite. Finally, it deliberately presents developing methods for nanocomposites bone grafting.

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Keywords

nanocomposite materials / orthopedic applications / bone grafting nanocomposites / nanocomposites classification

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Acknowledgment

T. Shokuhfar acknowledges the financial support from NSF-DMR 1710049. M. R. Shirdar and N. Farajpour are thankful to NSF-DMR 1564950.

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