Speakers - 2026

Title: Design and characterization of Mg–Zr/Ti/Ni/Cr alloys for optimized mechanical and electrochemical performance in biomedical applications

Abstract

Materials such as Magnesium, Chromium, Nickel, and Titanium are finding roots in the development of materials for both domestic and industrial applications. Magnesium has been extensively investigated for its electrochemical corrosion behavior in diverse applications, particularly within the biomaterials field, where it is second only to titanium in popularity. The adoption of this material in the medical field and related environment advances the development and utilisation of the material. This work examines the behavior of Mg–Zr/Ti/Ni/Cr phases across varying compositional levels to optimize both mechanical performance and electrochemical stability. The material development strategy integrates Thermo-Calc and high-entropy alloy design software with systematic experimental fabrication and comprehensive characterization, ensuring a robust link between computational predictions and practical outcomes. The impact of titanium introduction to this alloy is examined. This area is the grey area between the health sector and the engineering field.

 

Key takeaways for the audience:

• Gain updated insights into the development of alloys for biomedical applications, supporting advances in implant replacement technologies.
• Discover opportunities for academic departments to broaden research scope through collaboration and integrate emerging topics into teaching.
• Access newly generated material data, enabling accurate classification of the developed alloys.
• The application of software such as High Entropy Alloy and Thermo-calc to the methodology is strengthening the use of tools to support research. This work shows the adoption of the tool for material development.
• The detailed mechanical properties, such as toughness, ductility, tensile strength, deflection, deformation, and bending properties, will assist the audience in understanding the alloys' application and prospects in biomedical applications.