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Abstract
In this review we have evaluated the state of the art of CNT/UHMWPE and graphene/UHMWPE composites from four different points of view: mechanical properties, chemical stability, wear resistance and biocompatibility. The performance of these new carbonaceous composites allows us to conclude that these materials have overcome a first step on the way to developing into an alternative to the current HXLPEs used in orthopedic applications.Entities:
Keywords: CNT; Carbon nanotubes; Composites; Grapheme; UHMWPE; Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene
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Year: 2014 PMID: 25128868 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2014.06.013
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Mech Behav Biomed Mater ISSN: 1878-0180