Friction, Lubrication and Wear of Artificial Joints, 1st Edition, 9781860583636
Hardcover
Engineering meets medicine: Improving artificial joints through tribology and materials.

Friction, Lubrication and Wear of Artificial Joints, 1st Edition

tribology meets medical engineering

$396.42

  • Hardcover

    144 pages

  • Release Date

    17 December 2002

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Summary

Friction, Lubrication, and Wear of Artificial Joints: A Tribological Perspective

Tribology is essential to artificial joint engineering, and Friction, Lubrication, and Wear of Artificial Joints compiles insights from leading experts. The book primarily focuses on recent advancements in hip and knee replacement prostheses.

Artificial joint technology, clinical practices, and wear monitoring have significantly improved in recent years. Medical research engineers, trib…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781860583636
ISBN-10:1860583636
Author:Ian M. Hutchings
Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:144
Edition:1st
Release Date:17 December 2002
Weight:454g
Dimensions:239mm x 163mm x 15mm
About The Author

Ian M. Hutchings

Professor Ian Hutchings has been GKN Professor of Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Cambridge since 2001. Before that, he was Reader in Tribology in the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy. He has extensive experience in research and teaching on tribological topics.

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