Advancements in healthcare materials: unraveling the impact of processing techniques on biocompatibility and performance
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(12), P. 1608 - 1644
Published: May 11, 2024
Cutting-edge
materials
have
changed
medical
device
and
implant
manufacturing.
The
processing
of
these
affects
their
mechanical,
physical,
biological
properties,
impeding
integration.
This
study
looks
at
different
ways
to
process
healthcare
materials,
focusing
on
the
specific
needs
such
as
biocompatibility,
mechanical
strength,
corrosion
resistance,
stability,
bioactivity.
It
divides
methods
into
"ordinary"
"edge-cutting."
Each
technique's
benefits,
shortcomings,
current
innovations,
well
its
effects
material,
are
also
examined.
examines
how
parameters
affect
product
quality.
To
incorporate
comprehensive
review
methods,
selected
literature
for
is
evaluated
according
study's
goals.
assessment
emphasizes
quality
assurance
regulatory
compliance
throughout
production.
stresses
need
assurance,
characterization,
testing
devices
implants.
Processes
polishing,
etching,
coatings
improve
biocompatibility
reduce
infection
risk,
findings.
concluded
that
cutting-edge
additive
manufacturing
electrospinning
provide
exact
control
over
material
composition,
structure,
porosity,
making
them
ideal
many
clinical
applications.
Language: Английский
Fabrication of 3D printed hydroxyapatite/polymeric bone scaffold
Oratai Jongprateep,
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Nuttapalin Lertapiwong,
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Piraya Chanyapoon
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et al.
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(13), P. 1780 - 1793
Published: June 4, 2024
Reconstruction
in
cases
of
osteoporosis
or
accidents
often
requires
the
use
synthetic
bones
scaffolds,
with
hydroxyapatite
standing
out
as
a
preferred
material
due
to
its
biocompatibility.
This
study
focuses
on
production
and
characterization
hydroxyapatite-coated
3D-printed
bone
scaffolds.
The
structures
were
fabricated
by
blending
powder,
synthesized
through
solution
combustion
technique,
liquid
photopolymer,
followed
exposure
UV
irradiation.
resulting
hydroxyapatite/photopolymer
scaffolds
characterized
uniform
distribution
fine
powder
surface.
Subsequently,
these
underwent
coating
slurry,
experimenting
various
sintering
conditions.
Despite
decomposition
photopolymer
during
process,
coated
scaffold
displayed
an
increased
thickness
infill
line
within
pattern,
reduced
void
size
enhanced
compressive
strength.
Weibull
analysis
strength
indicated
high
likelihood
survival
at
4
MPa,
falling
acceptable
range
for
cancellous
comprehensive
showcased
potential
favorable
microstructure
mechanical
strength,
making
them
promising
applications
reconstruction.
Language: Английский
Nanodiamond Reinforced Shape Memory Nanocomposites— Versatile Features and Promises
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
64(1), P. 88 - 104
Published: Aug. 8, 2024
This
state-of-the-art
overview
highlights
the
significance
of
high
performance
shape
memory
polymer/nanodiamond
nanocomposites.
Nanodiamond
reinforced
polymeric
nanocomposites
have
been
designed
and
advantageously
studied
for
design,
microstructure,
physical
properties,
structure–property
relation/phenomenon,
effects,
possible
technical
advancements.
filled
polymer
matrices
effects
include
polyesters,
polyurethane,
poly(N-isopropylacrylamide),
epoxy,
polyaniline,
chitosan,
etc.
Addition
nanodiamond
especially
functional
nanoparticles
may
develop
and/or
covalent
interactions
with
to
form
interlinking/cross-linking
network
responsible
active
fixing/recovery
behavior.
Noteworthy
thermo-responsive,
electroactive,
photoactive,
photothermal,
magnetic
sensitive
observed.
Application
areas
observed
so
far
are
smart
strain
sensing
wearable
electronics,
antibacterial
biosensing,
civil
engineering
related
areas.
Language: Английский
Enhanced Mechanical and Thermal Properties in Epoxy-Based Glass Fabric Composites via Nano Silica Integration
M Nagendran,
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Senthil Maharaj Kennedy,
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Manigandan Sekar
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et al.
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
64(2), P. 208 - 221
Published: Aug. 27, 2024
The
objective
of
this
study
is
to
improve
the
mechanical,
thermal,
and
microstructural
characteristics
glass
fabric
composites
made
epoxy
by
adding
nano
silica
fillers.
Composites
were
produced
through
compression
molding,
incorporating
different
concentrations
(0%,
2.5%,
5%,
7.5%,
10%).
encompassed
testing
tensile
flexural
strength,
analyzing
thermal
properties
TGA
DTA,
characterizing
microstructure
using
FESEM
FTIR.
findings
indicated
that
containing
5%
exhibited
greatest
strengths,
enhanced
stability,
superior
heat
dissipation
in
comparison
with
concentrations.
analysis
revealed
improved
distribution
filler
material
decreased
voids,
resulting
a
stronger
bond
between
matrix
reinforcement.
emphasize
potential
silica-enhanced
aerospace,
automotive,
other
engineering
sectors.
This
represents
notable
advancement
composite
technology
for
creating
strong
efficient
materials.
Language: Английский
Composites/Nanocomposites of natural rubber with carbonaceous micro-/nano-reinforcements—research trends and scientific distinctions
Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
64(2), P. 138 - 157
Published: Aug. 20, 2024
Natural
rubber
or
cis-1,4-poly(isoprene)
(Hevea
brasiliensis)
has
been
considered
as
an
essential
technical
material
owing
to
fine
elasticity,
crack
resistance,
mechanical
features,
etc.
Novel
review
fundamentally
comprehends
design,
and
performance
of
natural
derived
composites/nanocomposites.
The
properties
materials
have
found
dependent
on
micro-/nano-reinforcement
type,
processing
parameters,
dispersion,
polymer-filler
interactions,
morphological
characteristics.
composites
developed
using
micro
sized
fillers.
Consequently,
reinforced
with
carbon
black,
graphite,
fiber
like
Whereas,
nanocomposites
fabricated
nano
scale
nanofillers.
Subsequently,
nanofillers
(graphene,
nanotube,
etc.)
reported.
Hence,
fillers/nanofillers
improve
such
morphology,
conductivity,
strength,
heat
stability,
other
physical
features.
Ensuing
high
composite/nanocomposites
gained
research
attention
in
applications
sensors,
radiation
shielding,
biomedical
field.
Language: Английский
Self-Healing Composites: A Path to Redefining Material Resilience—A Comprehensive Recent Review
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(19), P. 4681 - 4681
Published: Sept. 24, 2024
Polymeric
composites
are
prone
to
undergoing
damage,
such
as
microcracks,
during
their
operation,
which
can
ultimately
lead
catastrophic
failure.
To
contradict
a
problem,
efforts
have
been
carried
out,
by
the
scientific
community,
towards
developing
self-healing
that,
mimicking
biological
systems,
autonomously
and
prematurely
repair
flaws,
extending
durability
improving
security
of
materials.
The
present
review
explores
progress
made
in
this
area,
focusing
on
extrinsic
methods,
these
be
employed
variety
Reservoir-based
techniques,
resort
capsules,
hollow
fibers
or
microvascular
networks,
thermoplastic-based
ones
overviewed,
prioritizing
innovative
approaches
recent
years.
At
last,
promising
practical
applications
for
highlighted
future
challenges
opportunities
pointed
out.
Language: Английский