Shape Memory Polymers for Biomedical Applications Hardback
Edited by L (Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal, Canada) Yahia
Part of the Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials series
Hardback
Description
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.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:326 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Science & Technology
- Publication Date:18/03/2015
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- ISBN:9780857096982
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:326 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Science & Technology
- Publication Date:18/03/2015
- Category:
- ISBN:9780857096982
