3 ms·
And especially because of its flexibility (Young's modulus) - which is very similar to the bones' ones. That's why Ti alloys are preferred when a prosthesis nee
by ekingr 9y ago
And especially because of its flexibility (Young's modulus) - which is very similar to the bones' ones. That's why Ti alloys are preferred when a prosthesis needs to be anchored into a bone, like the stem part of a hip implant.