Bone: An Outstanding Composite Material

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2022

Authors

Rosa, N (Author) Other; Moura, MFSF (Author) Other; Olhero, S (Author) Other; Simoes, R (Author) Other; Magalhães, F. D. (Author) FEUP; Marques, AT (Author) Other; Ferreira, JPS (Author) FEUP; Ana Reis (Author) FEUP; Carvalho, M (Author) Other; Parente, MPL (Author) FEUP

Journal

Title: Applied Sciences

Vol. 23

Final page: 3381

Publisher: MDPI

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00W-CXE

DOI: 10.3390/app12073381

Abstract (EN): Bone is an outstanding, well-designed composite. It is constituted by a multi-level structure wherein its properties and behavior are dependent on its composition and structural organization at different length scales. The combination of unique mechanical properties with adaptive and self-healing abilities makes bone an innovative model for the future design of synthetic biomimetic composites with improved performance in bone repair and regeneration. However, the relation between structure and properties in bone is very complex. In this review article, we intend to describe the hierarchical organization of bone on progressively greater scales and present the basic concepts that are fundamental to understanding the arrangement-based mechanical properties at each length scale and their influence on bone's overall structural behavior. The need for a better understanding of bone's intricate composite structure is also highlighted.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 16