{"title":"Interactions between stearic acid and calcite surfaces: Experimental and computer simulation studies","authors":"Lihua Zhang, Laibao Liu, Xiaopeng Li, Youhong Tang, Chuanbei Liu, Hong-Ping Zhang","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12017","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12017","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Calcite surface was modified with stearic acids, and the interaction between them was investigated both experimentally and theoretically. Stearic-acid-modified calcite powders were investigated with Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, zeta potential analyser and contact angle measurement. Then, the density functional theory calculations were performed to explore the interaction at the atomic scale. The experimental results and simulation indicated that stearic acids interact with calcite surface via chelation between the double-bond O atom of –COOH and the Ca atom on calcite surface. The terminal methyl group of the stearic acids decreases the hydrophilicity of the calcite surface, and the interaction between different crystal faces of calcite is different.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 3","pages":"126-132"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12017","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48104590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Skin tribology in sport","authors":"Maxwell James MacFarlane, Peter Theobald","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12015","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12015","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This review describes the principles of skin friction and wear for the benefit of sports scientists, engineers and clinicians. Skin exhibits complex behaviour, defying tribological laws for dry contact; hence, its friction and wear characteristics are affected by sliding speed, normal load, and contact area. Some sports seek to increase skin friction to enhance performance; however, this needs to be offset against injury risk given that skin abrades when slid across a rough and hard surface, delaminates when slid across a smooth and hard surface, and chafes or blisters when repeatedly rubbed against some fabrics. Whilst skin interactions can both define and hinder athlete performance, there exists a need to better understand skin biomechanics to optimise the balance of risk versus reward.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 3","pages":"113-118"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12015","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46604317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Study on the application of ultrasonic wave in the removal of microbiofouling on PMMA surface","authors":"Liang Zheng, Yufan Zeng, Yuefan Li, Jing Zheng","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12014","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12014","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Ultrasound has been used for antifouling on the surface of medical devices or food utensils, but it is rarely applied in marine anti-biofouling on underwater instruments. To understand whether ultrasonic antifouling is suitable for underwater optical windows, the effect of ultrasonic conditions including frequency, power and duration on the removal of microbiofouling on the surface of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), a type of common optical material, was investigated in this study by three-factor and three-level orthogonal experiments. Before and after the ultrasonic treatment, both surface morphology and fouling degree of PMMA samples immersed in <i>Escherichia coli</i> suspension and seawater were characterized and quantified using laser scanning microscope. The results showed that ultrasonic treatment can effectively remove microfouling from the PMMA surface under suitable conditions. Ultrasonic technology has a great potential for the control of microfouling on the marine optical instruments. When compared with power and duration, ultrasonic frequency has a more significant effect on antifouling efficacy of ultrasound. It is useful for PMMA samples exposed to seawater within 2 days to conduct an antifouling treatment under the condition of an ultrasonic frequency of 20 kHz, ultrasonic power of 40 W, and ultrasonic duration of 7 min.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 3","pages":"119-125"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-07-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12014","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42398478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"My personal stories and anecdotes with the late Professor Duncan Dowson","authors":"John B. Medley, Teruo Murakami, Zhongmin Jin","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12013","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12013","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Professor Duncan Dowson had a major influence on my life, both personal and professional. He supervised my PhD, collaborated with me on setting up the Leeds–Waterloo Student Exchange Program and co-authored academic papers with me. During my PhD studies, he even, indirectly, found me a wife (Judith Dowling) who came from his research group. Duncan always took an interest in my career, my ideas and my life. He was my friend. I have tried, in this short rendition of stories and anecdotes, to convey the essence of my personal interactions with Duncan.</p><p>Personal stories and anecdotes on my visiting stay at University of Leeds and subsequent intercommunication on biotribology are briefly described. During this stay at the University of Leeds, some experiences are described including both a simulator testing and a retrieval study of knee prostheses. My subsequent interactions with Professor Dowson included mutual visits and discussions at Leeds–Lyon Symposiums.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 2","pages":"43-52"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12013","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42484233","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Metal-organic framework-based biomaterials for biomedical applications","authors":"Gang Luo, Yanan Jiang, Chaoming Xie, Xiong Lu","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12012","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12012","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) refer to porous coordination materials that are formed from the assembly of metal ions and organic ligands. They have unique features, such as a large specific surface area, multiple active sites, easy functionalisation, and adjustable biocompatibility. MOFs have recently been widely used in the field of biomedical engineering owing to their unique structures and properties. This has enabled them to replace traditional materials and effectively address several problems. Through continuous development, MOF-based biomaterials have been remarkably improved by clarifying the relationship between MOF structures and properties. As a result, they are being extensively studied in the fields of chemical and material science. MOF-based biomaterials can meet the growing demands for efficient materials in biomedical applications. This review first discusses the basic structure of MOFs, followed by their preparation and functionalisation methods. The biomedical applications of MOF-based biomaterials in the fields of antibacterial activity, tumour therapy, skin repair, and bone repair are then summarised. Finally, challenges and future perspectives in the biomedical applications of MOF-based biomaterials are outlined.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 3","pages":"99-112"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12012","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41394852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yang Shen, Xiaolong Shen, Hao Zhang, Xin Li, Tengda Shang, Yuancong Zhao, Jin Wang, Nan Huang
{"title":"Improved corrosion resistance and biocompatibility of biomedical magnesium alloy with polypeptide TK14 functionalised hydrophobic coating","authors":"Yang Shen, Xiaolong Shen, Hao Zhang, Xin Li, Tengda Shang, Yuancong Zhao, Jin Wang, Nan Huang","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12011","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12011","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Magnesium (Mg) and its alloys can be used as biomedical materials because of their excellent mechanical properties and biocompatibility. However, the rapid degradation rate of Mg-based materials limits their application in biodegradable intravascular stents. To overcome this issue, we constructed a hydrophobic coating on magnesium. After pre-treatments with alkali and a silane coupling agent of pure magnesium, 4,4’-diphenylmethane-diisocyanate (MDI) and amino-terminated polydimethylsiloxane (H<sub>2</sub>N–PDMS–NH<sub>2</sub>) were stepwise deposited on the surface, forming an amino-containing hydrophobic coating (–(M/P)<sub>3</sub>) to enhance the corrosion resistance. Furthermore, polypeptide TK14 was immobilised on the hydrophobic coating to promote vascular endothelial cell adhesion and proliferation. The electrochemical results revealed that the self-corrosion current density (<i>i</i><sub>corr</sub>) of –(M/P)<sub>3</sub> decreased by approximately 4.5 orders of magnitude compared with that of pure Mg. After TK14 immobilisation, the number of endothelial cells adhering to the surface of –(M/P)<sub>3</sub>–T increased significantly. Although the corrosion resistance of –(M/P)<sub>3</sub>–T was slightly reduced, the subcutaneous implantation inflammatory response of the surrounding tissues was lower, showing suitable biocompatibility. Therefore, the polypeptide TK14 functionalised hydrophobic coating may be a promising candidate material for the interface of magnesium-based cardiovascular implants.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 1","pages":"12-22"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12011","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48371577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jin Li, Licheng Hua, Weiyuan Wang, Chenjie Gu, Jianke Du, Conghu Hu
{"title":"Flexible, high-strength titanium nanowire for scaffold biomimetic periodontal membrane","authors":"Jin Li, Licheng Hua, Weiyuan Wang, Chenjie Gu, Jianke Du, Conghu Hu","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12010","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12010","url":null,"abstract":"<p>A layer of micro-sized periodontal membrane can buffer most chewing forces to protect the interface between the natural tooth root and alveolar bone. Artificial dental implants usually direct contact onto the alveolar bone without a buffer layer, which increases the risk of surface damage. The main purpose of this work was the bionic design of a flexible layer of nanowire scaffold on a titanium implant surface according to the function of the periodontal membrane. Millions of nanowires were woven into a superhydrophilic layer of porous scaffold. The evolution of mechanical properties displayed that the biomimetic nanowire scaffold could absorb a maximum of about 1.59 KJ energy per square centimeter by low-speed impact. The minimum tensile strength of one nanowire was 2 GPa. A biomimetic flexible periodontal membrane connection functioning between the natural tooth root and alveolar bone has great potential value for developing advanced artificial dental implants for dental restorations.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 1","pages":"23-29"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12010","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48486674","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Highly cross-linked polyethylene is the new ‘gold standard’ bearing material for total hip arthroplasty","authors":"John B. Medley","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12007","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12007","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Conventional polyethylene is not used much in total hip arthroplasty (THA); it has been supplanted by oxidation-resistant cross-linked polyethylene (≥50 kGy irradiation). However, studies persist that de-emphasize or ignore cross-linked polyethylene. A selective literature review is used briefly to present the early use of conventional polyethylene and its implication in wear particle-induced osteolysis leading to premature revision surgeries. The current situation is established based on Australian registry data and other studies that advocate the use of cross-linked polyethylene in preference to conventional polyethylene. Although some studies suggest caution in using cross-linked polyethylene, overall it is strongly supported. In the author’s opinion, cross-linked polyethylene is the new reference standard bearing material in THA.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 2","pages":"53-59"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12007","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43075872","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Risha Rufaqua, Martin Vrbka, Dušan Hemzal, Dipankar Choudhury, David Rebenda, Ivan Křupka, Martin Hartl
{"title":"Raman analysis of chemisorbed tribofilm for metal-on-polyethylene hip joint prostheses","authors":"Risha Rufaqua, Martin Vrbka, Dušan Hemzal, Dipankar Choudhury, David Rebenda, Ivan Křupka, Martin Hartl","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12008","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12008","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The biochemical reaction during the formation of lubricant film the in case of a cobalt-chromium ball on an ultrahigh-molecular weight polyethylene cup was studied. Three types of model synovial fluids and hyaluronic acid (HA) at physiologic concentrations were used in the experiment. The coefficient of friction was measured using a pendulum hip simulator, and Raman spectroscopy was used to perceive chemical reactions between the synovial fluid and implant material. Raman spectra evidenced that the three model fluids and HA chemisorbed onto the cobalt-chromium surface. An <i>α</i>-helix structure of the model fluid components was detected on the surface of the prosthesis.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 1","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12008","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47554509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effects of UHMWPE viscoelasticity on the squeeze-film lubrication of hip replacements","authors":"Xianjiu Lu, Qingen Meng, Zhongmin Jin","doi":"10.1049/bsb2.12006","DOIUrl":"10.1049/bsb2.12006","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Many studies have been performed to analyse the lubrication of artificial joints since the pioneer work by the late Professor Duncan Dowson. However, the viscoelastic deformation of one of the most widely used bearing materials, ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), has only been considered recently. The described study attempted to investigate the effect of UHMWPE viscoelasticity on the elastohydrodynamic lubrication of such a soft artificial hip replacement under squeeze-film motion. A transient viscoelastic squeeze-film lubrication model of a typical hip implant was developed and solved to obtain the film thickness and pressure distributions. A boundary film thickness was adopted to consider the direct and indirect lubricant contact conditions. The results showed that the viscoelasticity had marked effects on the squeeze-film lubrication performance of UHMWPE artificial hip joints. The minimum film thickness in the viscoelastic model was smaller than that of the elastic model, causing an earlier direct contact. However, the film thickness within the central contact region in the viscoelastic model was greater than that of the elastic model due to the restricted flow of the lubricant, therefore enhancing the lubricating effect and particularly with a short relaxation time and mechanical loss factor.</p>","PeriodicalId":52235,"journal":{"name":"Biosurface and Biotribology","volume":"7 2","pages":"60-69"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ietresearch.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1049/bsb2.12006","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47250186","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}