Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) Oxidation Analysis of Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Implants: Possible Contamination from Synovial Fluid and Serum

Author(s):  
DC Sun ◽  
A Halleck ◽  
G Schmidig ◽  
A Wang ◽  
C Stark ◽  
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2020 ◽  
pp. 77-78

The use of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW PE) for the manufacture of various parts, in particular cuffs for hydraulic drives, is proposed. The properties and advantages of UHMW PE in comparison with other polyethylene materials are considered. Keywords ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene, hydraulic pump, hydraulic motor, hydraulic control valve, hydraulic oil, low temperature. [email protected]


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