Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications

Fiber Production Technologies for Biomedical Applications presents a detailed review of the latest developments in this important research field. The book begins with a brief introduction to the various types of materials currently used in nanofibers, such as polymers and proteins, and discusses their sources, properties, characterization, and applications. The second section of the book focuses on different fiber production processes. Section three looks at the structural properties of these fibrous materials and their suitability for overcoming various difficulties in biomedical applications. The book is then brought to a close looking at the commercial potential and future market needs.

• Covers fiber sources, fundamental concepts, fiber properties, fiber production processes, and biomedical applications
• Covers the nanofiber synthesis process, fiber formation, chemical interaction principles and technologies used for fabrication
• Includes applications in hard and soft tissue for regeneration, restructure, and repair
• Covers medical fiber optic applications including X-ray imaging, light therapy, dental handpieces, ophthalmic lasers, diagnostic instrumentation, endoscopy, and surgical microscopy