Abstract
The effect of low levels of zirconia addition on the mechanical properties of hydroxyapatite was analyzed. Optimum amount of zirconia required to prevent decomposition of hydroxyapatite during sintering was determined. The particle size, morphology and surface area were measured and calcium to phosphorus ratio and trace element impurity content were determined by x-ray fluorescence. Low level addition of zirconia resulted in composites with better mechanical properties and minimum levels of decomposition.
Recommended Citation
M. R. Towler and I. R. Gibson, "The Effect of Low Levels of Zirconia Addition on the Mechanical Properties of Hydroxyapatite," Journal of Materials Science Letters, vol. 20, no. 18, pp. 1719 - 1722, Springer, Sep 2001.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1012435124012
Department(s)
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0261-8028
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
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Publication Date
15 Sep 2001
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Biochemical and Biomolecular Engineering Commons, Biomedical Devices and Instrumentation Commons
Comments
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, Grant None