The accelerated growth of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies has greatly aided the
expansion of the affiliated manufacturing industry, leading to cost savings in labor, materials …

This paper is aimed at reviewing the fundamental aspects and recent developments in
electropolishing process. The fundamental theories in the material removal mechanism of …

During the last decade, biodegradable metallic stents have been developed and
investigated as alternatives for the currently-used permanent cardiovascular stents …

Abstract A 316L stainless steel (316L-SS) surface was electrochemically polished (EP) in an
electrolyte of a new chemical composition at different cell voltages, with the aim of improving …

Develo** biomaterials with appropriate physiochemical and mechanical properties as per
the requirements set by biomedical applications remains a challenge. This challenge has …

Most metal AM technologies are rapidly approaching, and in some cases even exceeding
the Technology Readiness Level 8, indicating that they are widely available and capable of …

Improvement of the corrosion resistance capability, surface roughness, shining of stainless-
steel surface elements after electrochemical polishing (EP) is one of the most important …

Although stainless steel is a widely used material for biomedical applications, its surface
properties for long term application are still a serious concern. Here, chemical surface …

Bacterial colonization and biofilm formation on stainless steel (SS) surfaces can be sources
for cross contamination in food processing facilities, possessing a great threat to public …

Despite advances in polymer and drug technology, the underlying stent platform remains a
key determinant of clinical outcome. A clear understanding of stent design and the …