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  • Materials Science
  • Biomaterials Engineering
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Biodegradable metallic implants are crucial for reducing revision surgeries.
  • Zinc (Zn) offers good biocompatibility but requires mechanical property enhancement.
  • Tungsten carbide (WC) nanoparticles can reinforce metallic matrices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To manufacture and characterize a novel zinc-tungsten carbide (Zn-WC) nanocomposite.
  • To evaluate its potential as a biodegradable material for medical implants.
  • To assess the effect of WC nanoparticles on Zn's mechanical and physical properties.

Main Methods:

  • Molten salt assisted stir casting for homogeneous WC nanoparticle dispersion in a Zn matrix.
  • Hot rolling to consolidate the Zn-WC nanocomposite.
  • Vickers microhardness testing and tensile testing to evaluate mechanical properties.
  • Measurement of electrical and thermal conductivities.

Main Results:

  • Achieved highly homogeneous dispersion of WC nanoparticles in the Zn matrix.
  • Vickers microhardness increased by over 50% and ultimate tensile strength by over 87% with 4.4 vol.% WC.
  • Zn-WC nanocomposite maintained high ductility (> 65%).
  • Electrical and thermal conductivities decreased by 12% and 21%, respectively.

Conclusions:

  • The Zn-WC nanocomposite exhibits significantly enhanced mechanical strength while retaining ductility.
  • This nanoparticle-reinforced zinc is a promising candidate for biodegradable metallic implants.
  • Potential applications include orthopaedic, cardiovascular implants, and bioresorbable electronics.