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Abstract
Medical titanium alloy implants, with insufficient antibacterial and wear-resistant properties, can lead to implant-associated infections (IAI), reducing their lifespan. Thus, developing surface coatings with both antibacterial and wear-resistant properties is crucial. In this study, MAO coatings were fabricated at different voltages, and their wear resistance was systematically evaluated. Drug-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles were integrated into the MAO coating structure to develop drug-loaded coatings, and the drug release behavior was investigated under both static and wear conditions. The results demonstrated that MAO coatings fabricated at higher voltages exhibited denser pore structures, increased thickness, and enhanced wear resistance. Notably, the coating prepared at 360 V showed superior pore interconnectivity, which facilitated efficient drug loading and sustained release during wear. These findings provide valuable insights for the design of wear-resistant and antibacterial coatings for titanium alloy implants.
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Materials and Design is a multi-disciplinary journal that publishes original research reports, review articles, and express communications. The journal focuses on studying the structure and properties of inorganic and organic materials, advancements in synthesis, processing, characterization, and testing, the design of materials and engineering systems, and their applications in technology. It aims to bring together various aspects of materials science, engineering, physics, and chemistry.
The journal explores themes ranging from materials to design and aims to reveal the connections between natural and artificial materials, as well as experiment and modeling. Manuscripts submitted to Materials and Design should contain elements of discovery and surprise, as they often contribute new insights into the architecture and function of matter.