Green Biocomposites for Biomedical Engineering: Design, Properties, and Applications combines emergent research outcomes with fundamental theoretical concepts relevant to processing, properties and applications of advanced green composites in the field of biomedical engineering. The book outlines the design elements and characterization of biocomposites, highlighting each class of biocomposite separately. A broad range of biomedical applications for biocomposites is then covered, with a final section discussing the ethics and safety regulations associated with manufacturing and the use of biocomposites.

With contributions from eminent editors and recognized authors around the world, this book is a vital reference for researchers in biomedical engineering, materials science and environmental science, both in industry and academia.

• Provides comprehensive information regarding current advances in the interdisciplinary field of eco-friendly green composite materials for biomedical applications
• Offers coverage of state-of-the-art physics-based advanced models used in composites
• Lists a broad range of characterization techniques and biomedical applications

Section 1: Introduction and Design of Biocomposites
1.       Introduction to Green Biocomposites
2.       Designing of Biocomposites
3.       Computational Modeling of Biocomposites
4.       Biomechanics of Biocomposites
Section 2: Diversities of Biocomposites
5.       Antimicrobial Biocomposites
6.       Bioactive Glass Based Biocomposites
7.       Bioceramic Based Biocomposites
8.       Hydroxyapatite Based Biocomposites
9.       Metal Oxide Filled Biocomposites
10.    Bioresorbable Biocomposites
11.    Cellulose Based Biocomposites
12.    Chitin and Chitosan Based Biocomposites
13.    Graphene Based Biocomposites
14.    Protein Based Biocomposite
15.    Starch Based Biocomposites
16.    Natural Fiber Reinforced Biocomposites
Section 3: Application Based Biocomposites
17.    Biocomposites for Biomedical Devices
18.    Biocomposites for Artificial Organs
19.    Biocomposites for Orthopedic Implants
20.    Biocomposites for Prostheses
21.    Biocomposites for Coatings
22.    Biocomposites for Regenerative Medicine
Section 4: Ethics, Safety and Recycling of Biocomposites
23.    Industrial Implementations of Biocomposites
24.    Recycling of Biocomposites
25.    Ethical Issues of Biocomposites
26.    Safety and Health Issues of Biocomposites