Hip arthroplasty can be considered one of the major successes of orthopedic surgery, with
more than 350000 replacements performed every year in the United States with a constantly …

The introduction of numerous formulations of Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene
(UHMWPE), which is widely used as a bearing material in orthopedic implants, necessitated …

A computational model has been developed to quantify the degree of cross-shear of a
polyethylene pin articulating against a metallic plate, based on the direct simulation of a …

Abstract Pin-on-disc (PoD) experiments are widely used to quantify and rank wear of
different material couples for prosthetic hip implant bearings. However, polyethylene wear …

Abstract Development of artificial joints is a great progress for joint replacement operations
of human being, but the short longevity of prostheses has concerned both industries and …

In this study, epoxy based composites are evaluated for their mechanical and bio-
tribological properties to find an alternative to UHMWPE liner material for hip joints …

Evaluation and prediction of wear play a key role in product design and material selection of
total hip replacements, because wear debris is one of the main causes of loosening and …

Wear of UHMWPE acetabular components is the most serious threat to the long-term
success of hip replacements. Consequently numerical and experimental wear simulations …

Hip joint replacements using highly cross-linked ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene
(UHMWPE) as a bearing material offer an effective treatment to arthritis. However, the …

The use of artificial joints is common for restoration of comfort and functionality in joints that
have been afflicted with cartilage loss due to disease or injury. These implants incorporate …