Selective laser melting of Zn–Ag alloys for bone repair: microstructure, mechanical properties and degradation behaviour

Zn possesses good biodegradability and biocompatibility, but its strength and hardness are insufficient for bone implants. In this study, Ag was introduced into Zn to improve the mechanical properties by selective laser melting. The results showed that Ag was dissolved in Zn, which generated constit...

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Main Authors: Cijun Shuai, Lianfeng Xue, Chengde Gao, Youwen Yang, Shuping Peng, Yanru Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2018-07-01
Series:Virtual and Physical Prototyping
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/17452759.2018.1458991