Microplasma Sprayed Hydroxyapatite Coatings

Focusing on plasma spraying techniques, this reference explores hydroxyapatite (HAp) coatings, specifically macroplasma (MAPS) and microplasma (MIPS) methods. It analyzes various properties such as structural, chemical, and mechanical aspects of HAp coatings, alongside their performance in simulated body fluids on SS316L substrates. Additionally, the book reviews in vivo studies of MIPS-HAp coatings, highlighting groundbreaking research on their effectiveness in bone defect fixation, making it a crucial resource for biomedical applications.