Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation Treatment of AZ31 Magnesium Alloy for Biomedical Applications: The Influence of Applied Current on Corrosion Resistance and Surface Characteristics

Magnesium alloys are an exciting challenge for the biomaterials field given their well-established biodegradability and biocompatibility. However, when exposed to biological fluids, their rapid degradation and hydrogen release are the main drawbacks for clinical applications. This work aimed to inve...

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Main Authors: Annalisa Acquesta, Pietro Russo, Tullio Monetta
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-03-01
Series:Crystals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4352/13/3/510