Biocorrosion Studies on Stainless Steel Implant Material with Different Surface Process Condition

In this study, biocompatible of the implant materials was found to be effective in replacing and supporting fractured natural human bones. In connect to this study, an electrochemical corrosion as the discharge of ions from exposed metal with simulated human body fluid is studied. The biocompatibility is studied on the surface of wire electro spark machined implant, laser pulse shot peened, Co–Cr-coated surface and plain steel. After corrosion studies, the rate of material loss in terms of exposure and its surface quality is evaluated through scanning electron microscope. As a result, the best process in surface protection with simulated body fluid is recommended for implementation.