Experimental Study on Laser Texturing and Electrochemical Multi Bio Coating of Biological Materials
摘要
In order to address the requirement for better implant integration and decreased bacterial colonization, this study investigates the biocompatibility of multi-bio covered laser-textured Ti- 6 Al- 4 V alloy for orthopedic implants. Surface changes are required for conventional titanium implants due to issues with bacterial adherence, osseointegration, and biocompatibility. Ti- 6 Al- 4 V was electrochemically coated with a multi-bio coating (Chitosan + HA + ZnO + TiO₂) and laser-textured with micro-dimple patterns using a 60 W fiber laser to improve implant performance. Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, 3D optical profilometry, contact angle measurements, and microscopic cell adhesion evaluations were used to investigate the laser-textured surfaces. The outcomes verified the successful creation of micro-dimples at different distances (100, 150, and 200 µm) and the presence of essential components. Better cell adherence was seen on the textured surface with a 100 µm dimple distance, while microscopy examination showed enhanced biocompatibility in multi-bio coated materials. The sample with the best osseointegration exhibited the strongest cell adhesion (182.6 ± 29.98), the highest coating thickness (46.8 µm), and the highest contact angle (70.826°). According to this study, laser texturing combined with multi-bio coatings significantly improves the biological performance of Ti- 6 Al- 4 V implants, making them a good alternative for orthopedic applications.