Towards Functional Silicon Nitride Coatings for Joint Replacements

Silicon nitride (SiN<i><sub>x</sub></i>) coatings are currently under investigation as bearing surfaces for joint implants, due to their low wear rate and the good biocompatibility of both coatings and their potential wear debris. The aim of this study was to move further tow...

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Main Authors: Luimar Filho, Susann Schmidt, Klaus Leifer, Håkan Engqvist, Hans Högberg, Cecilia Persson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-01-01
Series:Coatings
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6412/9/2/73