Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yihao Bao, Liang Chen, Jianwei Tang, Zhigang Li, Guoqun Zhao, Cunsheng Zhang
Summary: In this study, a Mg alloy with alloying elements of Zn, Al, Sn, and Mn was designed, and hot extrusion was carried out at various speeds and temperatures. It was found that high speed extrusion resulted in more second phase particles, while high extrusion temperature increased the number of second phases, grain size, and dynamic recrystallization degree. The sample extruded at a speed of 10 mm/min and temperature of 300 degrees C showed the highest yield strength, tensile strength, and corrosion resistance.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuzhao Xu, Jingyuan Li, Mingfan Qi, Wenhui Guo, Yue Deng
Summary: This study investigated the influence of extrusion temperature on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior of ZGMS alloy. The results showed that lower extrusion temperature led to refined grain size and improved mechanical properties. The alloy exhibited excellent mechanical properties and low corrosion rate after extrusion at 360 degrees Celsius.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ming Gao, Zheng Ma, Iniobong P. Etim, Li-Li Tan, Ke Yang
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the influence of microstructural evolution on mechanical and corrosion properties of Mg-2Zn-0.5Nd alloy during room-temperature drawing, and found that grain refinement and texture transformation significantly affected the mechanical and corrosion resistance of the alloy.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ming Gao, Ke Yang, Lili Tan, Zheng Ma
Summary: By adopting bi-direction drawing, the deformation property and corrosion resistance of Mg-Zn-Nd alloy can be improved, making it safer and more effective for surgical staples during the reconstruction of the digestive tract.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yang Zhao, Han Li, Chaojie Jing, Fangchao Zhao, Dingfei Zhang, Fusheng Pan
Summary: The effects of various Gd additions on the microstructure evolution, tensile properties, and corrosion resistance of Mg-6Zn-0.5Ca-1Mn (ZMX6105) alloys were examined. The addition of Gd promoted the formation of Ca2Mg6Zn3 phase during solidification and inhibited dynamic recrystallization, resulting in the refinement of dynamic recrystallized grains and strengthening of basal texture. Additionally, the ZMX6105-0.2Gd alloy exhibited excellent tensile properties and optimal corrosion resistance in a 3.5 wt% NaCl solution.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Hongxiang Li, Jinhui Wang, Yaohong Liu, Jishan Zhang
Summary: In this study, large-scale Mg-Al-Zn-Mn-Ca-Ni alloys were prepared by a semi-continuous casting and two-step extrusion method, and their microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion resistance were investigated. The alloy exhibited excellent mechanical properties and high corrosion rate in a high temperature and high salt environment. This work provides a high-performance, low-cost, and large-scale alloy product for the fabrication of dissoluble fracturing tools.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ming Gao, Iniobong P. Etim, Ke Yang, Lili Tan, Zheng Ma
Summary: This study improved the microstructure and mechanical properties of ZN20 alloy wire by combined processing of ECAP, FSP, extrusion, and hot drawing, enhancing the tensile strength and ductility while decreasing the corrosion rate.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Ming Gao, Ke Yang, Lili Tan, Zheng Ma
Summary: In this study, fine-grained ZN20 alloy was obtained by combining ECAP with extrusion, resulting in improved ductility and corrosion resistance.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zehua Yan, Yandong Yu, Jiahao Qian, Junting Luo, Yanchao Sang
Summary: A high-strength Mg-based alloy bar was successfully fabricated by extrusion and two-step aging processes. The extent of extrusion was found to affect the refinement mechanisms of the alloy, with larger extents leading to finer grains and eutectic phases. Peak-aged treatment resulted in increased strength due to the presence of beta' phase and LPSO phase. Over-aging led to reduced performance as lamellar precipitates and spherical beta' phase increased in size.
METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
P. Emadi, B. Andilab, K. Borodianskiy, C. Ravindran
Summary: The use of lightweight alloys, such as magnesium, is crucial for improving fuel efficiency and reducing emissions in automobiles, as well as increasing the range of electric vehicles. This study investigated the effects of SiC nanoparticles on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Mg-Al-Zn-Mn alloy composites. The addition of SiC resulted in significant grain refinement, more uniform phase dispersion, and improved tensile strength, making it a promising material for strengthening light alloys.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ya Liu, Jiuba Wen, Huan Li, Junguang He
Summary: The effects of extrusion temperature and extrusion ratio on the microstructure, corrosion resistance, and mechanical properties of Mg-Zn-Gd-Y-Zr alloy were investigated. Higher extrusion temperatures and larger extrusion ratios were found to result in better mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Yu-Jin Nie, Jian-Wei Dai, Xiao-Bo Zhang
Summary: The microstructures, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior of as-extruded Mg-3Nd-0.2Zn-0.4Zr-xAg (x=0, 0.2, 0.5, 1 wt%) alloys were studied. The addition of Ag element promoted dynamic recrystallization and grain refinement, while accelerating corrosion in simulated body fluid.
ACTA METALLURGICA SINICA-ENGLISH LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hao Chen, Conglin Hu, Faping Hu, Xuefei Liu, Fanxiao Kong, Weidong Xie, Guobing Wei, Yan Yang, Xiaodong Peng, Yuanding Huang, Norbert Hort
Summary: A combination of conventional extrusion (CE) and rotary swaging (RS) was used to produce high-strength Mg alloys. Compared to the as-extruded alloys, the as-swaged alloys showed significantly increased strength. This increase in strength was attributed to fine grains, higher density of nanoscale spheroidal Al-Mn precipitates, and dislocations caused by RS.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Li Zhao, Jianqiang Hao, Cuirong Liu, Zhisheng Wu, Jinshan Zhang, Hongxia Wang, Weili Cheng
Summary: By adding an appropriate amount of B4C, the Mg94Zn2.5Y2.5Mn1 alloy showed refined grains, promotion of LPSO phase formation, inhibition of W phase generation, and significant improvement in mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chao Sun, Huan Liu, Ce Wang, Jia Ju, Guowei Wang, Jinghua Jiang, Aibin Ma, Jing Bai, Feng Xue, Yunchang Xin
Summary: This study investigated the anisotropy of a 32-pass ECAP processed Mg-3.7Al-1.8Ca-0.4Mn alloy, which exhibited synergistically enhanced mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. The ECAP alloy had homogeneous fine alpha-Mg grains and different distribution of refined Al2Ca particles. The refinement of microstructure resulted in the formation of a protective film on the ECAP alloy, leading to different corrosion mechanisms compared to the as-cast alloy. The distribution of Al2Ca and the texture of alpha-Mg were identified as the main factors affecting the anisotropic properties of the ECAP alloy.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Xian Tong, Yue Han, Runqi Zhou, Wanying Jiang, Li Zhu, Yuncang Li, Shengbin Huang, Jianfeng Ma, Cuie Wen, Jixing Lin
Summary: This study reports the development of zinc (Zn)-xDy (x = 1, 3, and 5 wt.%) alloys with high mechanical strength, biocompatibility, antibacterial ability, and appropriate degradation rate for biodegradable bone-implant applications. The hot-rolled (HR) Zn-3Dy alloy exhibited the best mechanical performance and showed high antibacterial ability and cytocompatibility among all the HR alloys.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Antonella Sola, Wei Juene Chong, Dejana Pejak Simunec, Yuncang Li, Adrian Trinchi, Ilias (Louis) Kyratzis, Cuie Wen
Summary: 3D printing is becoming a key part of the Industry 4.0 revolution, but the lack of appropriate standards for polymer parts is hindering its widespread use in industry.
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Faisal Kiani, Jixing Lin, Alireza Vahid, Khurram Munir, Cuie Wen, Yuncang Li
Summary: The microstructures, mechanical properties, corrosion behaviors, and biocompatibility of extruded Mg-Zr-Sr-Ho alloys were investigated. Different concentrations of Ho were found to affect the microstructural characteristics, mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. The addition of Ho resulted in changes in microstructures, enhanced tensile elongation and compressive strain, and reduced tension-compression yield asymmetry. Additionally, the presence of Ho2O3 in the surface film of the alloys improved corrosion resistance and showed good biocompatibility.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Humayun Kabir, Khurram Munir, Cuie Wen, Yuncang Li
Summary: Zinc-based alloys and composites with graphene nanoplatelets (GNP) reinforcement were investigated as potential biodegradable implant materials. The addition of GNP improved the mechanical properties and corrosion behavior of the Zn matrix composites, with the ZMC-0.2GNP composite showing the best results. The biocompatibility assessment demonstrated the satisfactory cytocompatibility of the ZMC-0.2GNP composite.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Li Zhu, Yidi Xu, Siwen Liu, Huanhuan Chen, Jiyi Tao, Xian Tong, Yuncang Li, Shengbin Huang, Jixing Lin, Cuie Wen, Jianfeng Ma
Summary: Zirconia-toughened alumina (ZTA) ceramic with high mechanical strength, toughness, wear resistance, chemical durability, and biocompatibility is suitable for dental restoration. ZTA samples prepared using SLA technology and sintered at high temperatures showed improved density, mechanical properties, hardness, and wear performance. The sample sintered at 1650 degrees C displayed the best mechanical performance and cell viability.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xian Tong, Yue Han, Li Zhu, Runqi Zhou, Zhiqiang Lin, Hongning Wang, Shengbin Huang, Yuncang Li, Jianfeng Ma, Cuie Wen, Jixing Lin
Summary: A biodegradable zinc-phosphate (ZnP) coated zinc-copper-titanium (ZCT) membrane with high strength-ductility, mechanical stability, biocompatibility, and osteogenesis is reported. The ZnP coating improves the corrosion resistance and antibacterial ability of the ZCT membrane. In vitro and in vivo experiments demonstrate the excellent cytocompatibility and osteogenesis performance of the ZnP-coated ZCT membrane, making it a promising implant material for oral guided bone regeneration.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Cell & Tissue Engineering
Zhengmao Li, Qing Zhang, Shuang Yang, Yuncang Li, Andrej Atrens, Jagat Rakesh Kanwar, Wen Zhong, Bingpeng Lin, Cuie Wen, Yinghong Zhou, Yin Xiao
Summary: An optimized procedure for calibrating mu CT parameters using histological data was developed to reduce the impact of metal artifacts on data analysis. The application of optimized parameters resulted in more accurate 3D images and realistic statistical data. This method can effectively reduce the influence of metal artifacts on data analysis to some extent.
TISSUE ENGINEERING PART C-METHODS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinghai Wu, Zhiqiang Lin, Tianxi Shen, Runqi Zhou, Jianfeng Ma, Shengbin Huang, Yuncang Li, Jixing Lin, Cuie Wen, Xian Tong
Summary: This study reports a promising method to fabricate an in situ biodegradable Zn-5Mg2Ge composite with high mechanical properties, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and cytocompatibility via high-intensity ultrasonication and followed by hot-rolling. The ultrasonicated Zn-5Mg2Ge composite exhibited the best mechanical properties and hardness after hot rolling. Moreover, the ultrasonicated Zn-5Mg2Ge composite after hot-rolling showed significantly higher corrosion and wear resistance than its un-ultrasonicated counterpart in Hanks' solution.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Humayun Kabir, Jixing Lin, Khurram Munir, Cuie Wen, Paul F. A. Wright, Yuncang Li
Summary: In this study, biodegradable Zn-3Cu-0.4Li (ZCL) and ZCL-xSc (x = 0.20, 0.35 and 0.55 wt.%) alloys were fabricated and hot-rolled to improve their mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. The ZCL-0.20Sc alloy showed the best combination of mechanical properties and the highest corrosion resistance. The results suggest that the HR ZCL-0.20Sc alloy has great potential as a biodegradable bone-implant material.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Khurram Munir, Jixing Lin, Yuncang Li, Paul Wright, Cuie Wen
Summary: In this study, a new beta Ti-28Nb-35.4Zr alloy and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) reinforced TNZ composite (TNZCNT) were manufactured for bone implants. The addition of MWCNTs improved the mechanical and nano-tribological properties of TNZ, resulting in increased compressive yield strength and wear resistance. Furthermore, TNZCNT composite exhibited excellent biocompatibility, with high cell viability and adhesion. These findings suggest that TNZ and TNZCNT composite have great potential for load-bearing implant applications.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Xian Tong, Yue Han, Runqi Zhou, Jun Zeng, Cheng Wang, Yifan Yuan, Li Zhu, Shengbin Huang, Jianfeng Ma, Yuncang Li, Cuie Wen, Jixing Lin
Summary: This study developed a Zn-5La alloy with enhanced mechanical properties, suitable degradation rate, and cytocompatibility for biodegradable bone-implant applications. The alloy exhibited good corrosion resistance, appropriate degradation rates, and good cytocompatibility, making it a promising candidate material for bone-implant applications.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Alireza Nouri, Lijing Wang, Yuncang Li, Cuie Wen
Summary: Ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) are used to correct ankle and foot deformities, improve mobility, reduce pain, and provide protection for patients with gait impairment. They can effectively manage various types of gait pathologies. AFOs can be prefabricated or custom-made with different designs, and the selection criteria include usage duration, applied force, axial loading, skin condition, and cost. The availability of diverse materials has greatly improved orthoses, and understanding these materials can lead to more advanced and efficient AFOs.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Humayun Kabir, Jixing Lin, Khurram Munir, Cuie Wen, Paul Wright, Yuncang Li
Summary: Zinc-based materials have inadequate mechanical properties for orthopedic biodegradable implantable materials, which limits their biomedical applications. In this study, Zn-xMg composites were prepared and it was found that the addition of Mg can improve the performance of zinc-based materials. The Zn-0.5Mg-0.2GNP composite exhibits suitable material properties for bone implant applications.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Quanxiang Sun, Dechuang Zhang, Xian Tong, Jianguo Lin, Jixing Lin, Yuncang Li, Cuie Wen
Summary: Ti-Nb alloys have potential in biomedical applications, but their low yield strength and poor superelasticity restrict their clinical use. In this study, a Ti-26Nb-1.2TiC shape memory composite (SMC) was prepared and its mechanical properties, superelasticity, corrosion behavior, and biocompatibility were evaluated. The Ti-26Nb-1.2TiC SMC exhibited higher yield strength, critical stress for inducing martensitic transformation, and elongation compared to Ti-26Nb alloy. It also had a lower corrosion rate and showed good cell viability with grade 0 cytotoxicity.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Faisal Kiani, Jixing Lin, Khurram Munir, Cuie Wen, Yuncang Li
Summary: In this study, extrusion was used to improve the mechanical, corrosion, and biocompatibility properties of Mg-Zr-Sr-Dy alloys. The effects of extrusion and alloy composition on microstructural characteristics, mechanical properties, corrosion behavior, and biocompatibility were investigated.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Mohammadreza Kasravi, Alireza Yaghoobi, Tahereh Tayebi, Mahsa Hojabri, Abdolkarim Talebi Taheri, Fatemeh Shirzad, Bahram Jambar Nooshin, Radman Mazloomnejad, Armin Ahmadi, Fatemeh A. Tehrani, Ghasem Yazdanpanah, Mohammad Hadi Farjoo, Hassan Niknejad
Summary: As a promising approach in translational medicine, the decellularization of discarded livers to produce bioscaffolds that support recellularization has potential in overcoming the limitations of conventional liver transplantation. In this study, the researchers investigated the use of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibition to preserve the extracellular matrix (ECM) during liver decellularization. The results demonstrated that the application of an MMP inhibitor significantly improved the preservation of ECM components and mechanical properties of the bioscaffolds, which supported cell viability and function in vitro. The study also confirmed that the MMP inhibition led to the inhibition of MMP2 and MMP9, providing a novel method to enhance ECM preservation during liver decellularization.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Mohammadsadegh Nadimifar, Weiguang Jin, Clara Coll-Satue, Gizem Bor, Paul Joseph Kempen, Ali Akbar Moosavi-Movahedi, Leticia Hosta-Rigau
Summary: This study presents a metal-phenolic self-assembly approach that can prepare nanoparticles fully made of hemoglobin. The nanoparticles exhibit good oxygen binding and releasing capabilities.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Jyoti Kumari, Roel Hammink, Jochem Baaij, Frank A. D. T. G. Wagener, Paul H. J. Kouwer
Summary: Fibrosis is the formation of fibrous connective tissue in response to injury, leading to organ dysfunction. A novel hybrid hydrogel combining synthetic polyisocyanide with hyaluronic acid has been developed, showing strong antifibrotic properties.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Letter
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Melissa Machado Rodrigues, Cristian Padilha Fontoura, Charlene Silvestrin Celi Garcia, Sandro Tomaz Martins, Joao Antonio Pegas Henriques, Carlos Alejandro Figueroa, Mariana Roesch Ely, Cesar Aguzzoli
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Jessica Polak, David Sachs, Nino Scherrer, Adrian Suess, Huan Liu, Mitchell Levesque, Sabine Werner, Edoardo Mazza, Gaetana Restivo, Mirko Meboldt, Costanza Giampietro
Summary: Human skin equivalents (HSEs) play a crucial role in tissue engineering. This study introduces a 3D-printed culture insert to apply a static radial constraint on HSEs and examines its effects on tissue characteristics. The results show that the diameter of the culture insert significantly influences tissue contraction, fibroblast and matrix organization, keratinocyte differentiation, epidermal stratification, and basement membrane formation. This study provides important insights for the design of skin tissue engineering.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)
Review
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Shiliang Chen, Tianming Du, Hanbing Zhang, Jing Qi, Yanping Zhang, Yongliang Mu, Aike Qiao
Summary: This paper reviewed the primary methods for improving the overall properties of biodegradable zinc stents. It discussed the mechanical properties, degradation behavior, and biocompatibility of various improvement strategies. Alloying was found to be the most common, simple, and effective method for improving mechanical properties. Deformation processing and surface modification further improved the mechanical properties and biological activity of zinc alloys. Meanwhile, structural design could endow stents with special properties. Manufacturing zinc alloys with excellent properties and exploring their interaction mechanism with the human body are areas for future research.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2024)