ArticleJournal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma2020
Significant advancements of 4D printing in the field of orthopaedics.
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Abstract
Researchers, engineers and doctors are continuously focusing on the development of orthopaedics parts characterised by the required responses. So, advanced manufacturing technologies are introduced to fulfil various previously faced challenges. 4D printing provides rapid development with its capability of customization of smart orthopaedics implants and appropriate surgical procedure. This technology opens up the making of innovative, adaptable internal splints, stents, replacement of tissues and organs. Thus, to write this review based article, relevant papers on 4D printing in medical/orthopaedics and smart materials are identified and studied. 4D printed parts show the capability of shape-changing and self-assembly to perform the required functions, which otherwise manufactured parts are not providing. Smart orthopaedics implants are used for spinal deformities, fracture fixation, joint, knee replacement and other related orthopaedics applications. This paper briefs about the 4D printing technology with its major benefits for orthopaedics applications. Today various smart materials are available, which could be used as raw material in 4D printing, and we have discussed capabilities of some of them. Due to the ability of shape-changing, smart implants can change their shape after being implanted in the patient body. Finally, twelve significant advancements of 4D printing in the field of orthopaedics are identified and briefly provided. Thus, 4D printing help to provide a significant effect on personalised treatments.
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