Tribology and Biophysics of Artificial Joints - Belarussian Academy of Sciences Pinchuk (Metal-Polymer Research Institute

Joint endoprosthetics - the science of implanting artificial joints into the human body - has been around since the 1960's. This book presents the biophysics and effect of wear, friction and lubrication on artificial joints. It is suitable for specialists in orthopedy, biophysics, immunology and engineers engaged in developing artificial joints.