An overview of graphene-based hydroxyapatite composites for orthopedic applications
Hydroxyapatite (HA) is an attractive bioceramic for hard tissue repair and regeneration due to its physicochemical similarities to natural apatite. However, its low fracture toughness, poor tensile strength and weak wear resistance become major obstacles for potential clinical applications. One prom...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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KeAi Communications Co., Ltd.
2018-03-01
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Series: | Bioactive Materials |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452199X17300890 |