Novel tricomponenets composites films from polylactic acid/ hydroxyapatite/ poly-caprolactone suitable for biomedical applications

K. Azzaoui, E. Mejdoubi, A. Lamhamdi, B. Hammouti, N. Akartasse, M. Berrabah, A. Elidrissi, S. Jodeh, O. Hamed, N. Abidi

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Abstract

This study focuses on the development of a composite based on polylactic acid (PLA) and treated hydroxyapatite (HApt). The use of poly-caprolactone (PCL) as an adjuvant has significantly improved the resistance and the rigidity of the composite, which could extend the physico-chemical and biological applications of this material. The amount of PCL needed to optimize the traction and physico- chemical properties of the membranes were evaluated. Several methods for the preparation of different types of composites were developed. The transmission electron microscopy (SEM) analysis results showed a textural uniformity of the membranes. The physico-chemical studies have allowed providing mechanisms of interactions between composites phases.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)761-769
Number of pages9
JournalJournal of Materials and Environmental Science
Volume7
Issue number3
StatePublished - 2016

Keywords

  • Biodegradable
  • Biomaterials
  • Composite
  • Hydroxyapatite
  • Poly-l-lactic acid
  • Polycaprolactone

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