Surface properties of bioinaterials (Ti-6A1-4V alloy) finished by a new ELID grinding system

Masayoshi Mizutani, Jim Komotori, Kaziitoshi Katahira, Hitoshi Ohmori

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Abstract

In order to develop a new ELED grinding system as a surface fabrication process for metallic biomaterials such as a Ti-6A1-4V alloy, ground surfaces were analyzed by using a TEM. XPS and a Nano-Hardness Tester (NHT). Chemical stability was examined by electrochemical corrosion tests using a three-electrode electrochemical cell connected to a computer driven potentiostat. In order to investigate the tribological properties, reciprocating sliding friction tests were also carried out. Finished surfaces produced by the new ELED grinding system showed higher corrosion resistance and tribological properties as compared to those of the polished surfaces. It is believed that this new system improves corrosion resistance and tribological properties by creating a thick oxide layer with a diffused oxygen and carbon element.

Original languageEnglish
Pages213-218
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 2005 Dec 1
Event3rd International Conference on Leading Edge Manufacturing in 21st Century, LEM 2005 - Nagoya, Japan
Duration: 2005 Oct 192005 Oct 22

Other

Other3rd International Conference on Leading Edge Manufacturing in 21st Century, LEM 2005
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityNagoya
Period05/10/1905/10/22

Keywords

  • Biomaterials
  • Corrosion resistance
  • ELED grinding
  • Surface modification
  • Tribological property

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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