Table 3 Mechanical properties of Mg alloy, Ti alloy, and colorectal tissue12,20,30,31,32.
From: Biodegradable Surgical Staple Composed of Magnesium Alloy
Materials | Yield strength (MPa) | Ultimate tensile strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
FAsorbMg (Mg-2.5%Nd-1%Y) | 260 ± 0 | 290 ± 1 | 22 ± 1 |
High-purity Mg | 147 ± 8 | 196 ± 5 | 14.6 ± 5 |
WE43 | 170 | 220 | 2 |
MgYREZr | >250 | >275 | >10 |
Ti6Al4V | 760–880 | 830–1,025 | 12 |
Colorectal tissue | — | 0.87 | 62.81 |