Characterisation of CrN-NbN Superlattice Coatings, including their simulated wear debris, for total joint prosthesis bearing surface applications

Total joint replacements have historically favoured a hard material for the femoral head with Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) as the material for the acetabular cup. There has recently been more interest in metal on metal (MoM) and ceramic on ceramic (CoC) pairings for total joint...

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Main Author: Smith, Conor
Format: Thesis (University of Nottingham only)
Language:English
Published: 2023
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Online Access:https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/74583/