There are several well-known books on the market that cover biomaterials in a general way, but none provide adequate focus on the future of and potential for actual uses of emerging nanontechnology in this burgeoning field.
Biomaterials: A Nano Approach is written from a multi-disciplinary point of view that integrates aspects of materials science and engineering, nanotechnology, bioengineering, and biosciences. The book fills a glaring void in the literature by providing a comprehensive discussion of biomaterials and a scientifically plausible extrapolation of likely scenarios in which nanotechnology could play a significant role. The authors introduce and examine basic concepts, processing methodologies, and techniques involved in the preparation and characterization of nanobiomaterials that are specific to biomedical applications.
A Self-Contained Book Illustrating Past, Present, and Future Trends in Biomaterials
Spanning from the historical development of biomaterials to cutting-edge advances in the field, the text describes how basic concepts in nanotechnology are applied to the processing of novel nanobiomaterials, including nanostructured metals and alloys. With its illustrative examples and presentation of applications, this text offers a solid framework for understanding present and future trends of biomaterials in human healthcare systems. It is an ideal companion resource for students, researchers, and industrial scientists who specialize in biomaterials and nanobiomaterials.
Contents
Overview of Biomaterials
Introduction
Biomaterials: From Then to Now
Impact of Biomaterials
Characteristics of Biomaterials
Classification of Biomaterials
Surface Modification of Biomaterials
Recent Trends in Biomaterials
Summary
Glossary
References
Basics of Human Biology
Introduction
Structure and Function of the Human Body
Chemical Level
Cellular Level
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Organ Level
System Level
Glossary
References
Further Reading
Degradation and Corrosion of Biomaterials
Introduction
Surface Properties
Degradation of Biomaterials
Corrosion of Biomaterials
Methods of Corrosion Testing
Biocompatibility of Implants
Case Study
Summary
Glossary
References
Further Reading
Failure and Tribology of Biomaterials
Introduction
Deformation Mechanics
Deformation Analysis of Biomaterials
Fracture Mechanics
Classification of Fracture
Brittle to Ductile Transition of Biomaterials
Fracture Toughness
Toughness Analysis of Biomaterials
Fatigue Mechanics
Fatigue Analysis of Biomaterials
Tribology
Tribological Analysis of Biomaterials
Case Study
Summary
Glossary
References
Further Reading
Nanoscale Phenomena
Introduct...
