Fundamental aspects and recent developments in electropolishing

W Han, F Fang - International Journal of Machine Tools and …, 2019 - Elsevier
This paper is aimed at reviewing the fundamental aspects and recent developments in
electropolishing process. The fundamental theories in the material removal mechanism of …

[HTML][HTML] Advancing Nitinol: From heat treatment to surface functionalization for nickel–titanium (NiTi) instruments in endodontics

WS Chan, K Gulati, OA Peters - Bioactive Materials, 2023 - Elsevier
Nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloy has been extensively researched in endodontics, particularly in
cleaning and sha** the root canal system. Research advances have primarily focused on …

Electropolishing of surfaces: theory and applications

G Yang, B Wang, K Tawfiq, H Wei, S Zhou… - Surface …, 2017 - Taylor & Francis
Electropolishing is the electrochemical process to remove the metallic material from the
workpiece, in order to obtain a smoother metal surface. It has found vast engineering …

Effect of surface oxide properties on corrosion resistance of 316L stainless steel for biomedical applications

CC Shih, CM Shih, YY Su, LHJ Su, MS Chang, SJ Lin - Corrosion Science, 2004 - Elsevier
Surface passivation is a promising technique for improving the corrosion resistance both in
vitro and in vivo as well as the biocompatibility of 316L stainless steel. In this work, we …

[BUCH][B] Encyclopedia of biomaterials and biomedical engineering

G Wnek, G Bowlin - 2008 - books.google.com
Written by more than 400 subject experts representing diverse academic and applied
domains, this multidisciplinary resource surveys the vanguard of biomaterials and …

A state-of-the-art review on shape memory alloys (SMA) in concrete: Mechanical properties, self-healing capabilities, and hybrid composite fabrication

H Qian, M Umar, MNA Khan, Y Shi, A Manan… - Materials Today …, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract This review explores Shape Memory Alloy Fibers (SMAF) as a promising
reinforcement for concrete structures, particularly in earthquake zones. Limited …

Components, systems and methods for forming anastomoses using magnetism or other coupling means

AA Sharkawy, JG Stine, DH Cole, S Crews… - US Patent …, 2007 - Google Patents
Anastomotic components may be attached to hollow bodies or vessels by magnetic or
mechanical force to create an anastomosis, form a port in a vessel, or repair a diseased …

Methods, devices and systems for forming magnetic anastomoses

S Crews, JG Stine, SL Olson, DH Cole - US Patent 7,909,837, 2011 - Google Patents
Methods, devices and systems for forming magnetic anastomoses between two blood
vessels. A first anastomotic component is removably supported by the distal end of a …

Metal release from stainless steel, Co–Cr–Mo–Ni–Fe and Ni–Ti alloys in vascular implants

Y Okazaki, E Gotoh - Corrosion science, 2008 - Elsevier
A seven-day immersion test using several solutions was conducted on stainless steel, Co-
based alloy, and Ni–Ti alloy, which are used for stents and stent grafts. The quantitative data …

Devices and methods for forming magnetic anastomoses between vessels

DH Cole, DC Gittings, SL Olson, DF Carson… - US Patent …, 2013 - Google Patents
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