MEDICAL

Implant alloys are typically produced from three material groups. These are stainless steels, titanium alloys, and cobalt-chromium alloys. Additionally, these material groups are sought after in medical engineering technology and the design of medical examination devices.

For orthopedic implants, biocompatibility alone is not sufficient. It is also desired to have acceptable levels of mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, wear resistance, fatigue resistance, and long service life. In dental implants, high biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and fracture resistance are required.