New Solution for Low Mass Hip Prostheses using Carbon Fiber

Abstract

In the paper there is presented a stage of the research on a new solution for prototyping hip prostheses, using lightweight and durable materials. An IT application is presented through which it was proceeded to establish optimal materials in terms of masses and mechanical strengths, taking into account different situations regarding static and dynamic loads. Subsequently, the prototype of the hip prosthesis was designed and CAD-CAM modeled, including both basic elements: the implant rod and the acetabular cup. As research, the solution was established by which an implant rod was prototyped, made of a metal core, wrapped in a carbon fiber sleeve.