A Molecular Rationale of Shock Absorption and Self-Healing in a Biomimetic Apatite-Collagen Composite under Mechanical Load

Zahn D (2010)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2010

Journal

Angewandte Chemie International Edition Wiley

Book Volume: 49

Pages Range: 9405-9407

Journal Issue: 49

DOI: 10.1002/anie.201002663

Abstract

Once bitten: Compression along the c axis of apatite--collagen composites (see picture), such as that on tooth enamel during biting, reveals a molecular mechanism that accounts for the steel-like characteristics of these composites. Simulations reveal that before eventual failure, inelastic deformation is initiated near the collagen molecules followed by pseudo-elastic deformation. The composite may undergo self-healing after release of the mechanical load.

Authors with CRIS profile

Dirk Zahn Professur für Theoretische Chemie

Additional Organisation(s)

Exzellenz-Cluster Engineering of Advanced Materials (EAM)

How to cite

APA:

Zahn, D. (2010). A Molecular Rationale of Shock Absorption and Self-Healing in a Biomimetic Apatite-Collagen Composite under Mechanical Load. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 49(49), 9405-9407. https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.201002663

MLA:

Zahn, Dirk. "A Molecular Rationale of Shock Absorption and Self-Healing in a Biomimetic Apatite-Collagen Composite under Mechanical Load." Angewandte Chemie International Edition 49.49 (2010): 9405-9407.

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