Search for dissertations about: "Silvia Suñer Moreno"

Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Silvia Suñer Moreno.

2. 1. Carbon reinforced UHMWPE composites for orthopaedic applications : characterization and biological response to wear particles

   Author : Silvia Suñer Moreno; Jeffrey Dixon; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Maskinelement; Machine Elements;

   Abstract : Joint replacements have considerably improved the quality of life of patients with joints damaged by disease or trauma. However, problems associated with wear particles generated due to the relative motion between the components of the bearing are still present and can lead to the eventual failure of the implant. READ MORE

4. 2. Investigation of Carbon Reinforced UHMWPE Nanocomposites for use in Orthopaedics

   Author : Silvia Suñer Moreno; Robert S Dwyer-Joyce; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Maskinelement; Machine Elements;

   Abstract : Over the lifetime of a person, the function of the natural hip joint can be altered due to trauma or disease and an artificial hip replacement may eventually be required. Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) is considered the gold standard material for the acetabular cup in hip arthroplasties. READ MORE