Microstructure and Defect-Based Fatigue Mechanism Evaluation of Brazed Coaxial Ti/Al<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> Joints for Enhanced Endoprosthesis Design

Alumina-based ceramic hip endoprosthesis heads have excellent tribological properties, such as low wear rates. However, stress peaks can occur at the point of contact with the prosthesis stem, increasing the probability of fracture. This risk should be minimized, especially for younger and active pa...

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Main Authors: Johannes L. Otto, Ivan Fedotov, Milena Penyaz, Thorge Schaum, Anke Kalenborn, Boris Kalin, Oleg Sevryukov, Frank Walther
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/14/24/7895