Contents

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter I
2. Preface V
3. Contents VII
4. 1 Materials
5. Chapter 1.1 Introduction to biomaterials: advances in ceramic and polymer matrix composites 1
6. Chapter 1.2 Advanced hydrogels for biomedical applications 23
7. Chapter 1.3 Recent developments of nanocomposites and fabrications for biosensor applications 73
8. Chapter 1.4 Evolution of metallic dental implants: historical perspective, needs, and application 89
9. Chapter 1.5 Tribological behavior of specific implant materials for dental applications 107
10. 2 Design
11. Chapter 2.1 Patient-specific implant (PSI) design 127
12. Chapter 2.2 Modeling techniques of bone tissue scaffolds 167
13. Chapter 2.3 Fundamentals of computational modeling of biomechanics in the musculoskeletal system 195
14. Chapter 2.4 Computational modeling of bone, muscles, soft tissues, and ligaments 205
15. Chapter 2.5 Computational modeling of articular cartilage and cell mechanics 213
16. Chapter 2.6 Experimental and computational analysis for osteoporotic fracture implant failure 233
17. Chapter 2.7 Computational modeling of fracture implants 239
18. 3 Manufacturing
19. Chapter 3.1 Patient-specific implant (PSI) by additive manufacturing 249
20. Chapter 3.2 Development of artificial skin using composites 273
21. Chapter 3.3 Development of nerve tissue replacement using composites 297
22. Chapter 3.4 Manufacturing of advanced prosthetic limbs using composites 343
23. Index 357