Numerical study of surface texturing for improving tribological properties of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene

Numerical study of surface texturing for improving tribological properties of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) has been used in total joint arthroplasty for over 50 years. Conventionally, smooth UHMWPE surfaces are used for total joint replacements; however, smooth surface contacts have been shown to be inadequate in friction reduction and/or anti-wear. More...

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Main Authors: Y.L. Zhang, X.G. Zhang, G. Matsoukas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2015-12-01
Series:Biosurface and Biotribology
Subjects:
Surface texturing
Hydrodynamic lubrication
Friction
UHMWPE
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S240545181500063X

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