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Shape Memory Polymers for Biomedical Applications
A comprehensive review of shape memory polymers with a focus on properties, behaviour, fabrication and characterisation
L Yahia (Edited by)
9780857096982, Elsevier Science
Hardback, published 18 March 2015
326 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 2.4 cm, 0.61 kg
Shape memory polymers (SMPs) are an emerging class of smart polymers which give scientists the ability to process the material into a permanent state and predefine a second temporary state which can be triggered by different stimuli. The changing chemistries of SMPs allows scientists to tailor important properties such as strength, stiffness, elasticity and expansion rate. Consequently SMPs are being increasingly used and developed for minimally invasive applications where the material can expand and develop post insertion. This book will provide readers with a comprehensive review of shape memory polymer technologies. Part 1 will discuss the fundamentals and mechanical aspects of SMPs. Chapters in part 2 will look at the range of technologies and materials available for scientific manipulation whilst the final set of chapters will review applications.
Part 1 Fundamentals of shape memory polymers for biomedical applications 1. Introduction to Shape Memory Polymers for biomedical applications 2. Mechanical properties of shape-memory polymers for biomedical applications 3. Characterization of shape-memory polymers for biomedical applications 4. Mechanical testing of shape memory polymers for biomedical applications 5. Biocompatibility of shape memory polymers for biomedical applications Part 2 Technologies and materials for biomedical shape memory polymers 6. Chemo-responsive shape memory polymers for biomedical applications 7. Shape memory polyurethane cellular solids for minimally invasive surgical procedures 8. Thiol-ene /acrylate systems for biomedical shape memory polymers 9. Polyurethane shape memory polymers for biomedical applications 10. Polylactic acid (PLA)-based shape memory materials for biomedical applications 11. Biodegradable shape memory polymers for biomedical applications Part 3 Biomedical applications of shape memory polymers 12. Shape memory polymers for vascular and coronary devices 13. Shape memory polymers for dental applications 14. Shape memory and self reinforcing polymers as sutures
Subject Areas: Plastics & polymers technology [TDCP], Medical equipment & techniques [MBG]
