In vivo measurement of electrical parameters with alumina-covered stainless steel electrodes.
An experimental method has been developed for in vivo measurement of electrical parameters. It is thus possible to evaluate not only the instantaneous corrosion rate of implants but also their susceptibility to pitting corrosion. It has also been shown that when the method is applied to stainless steel/ceramic electrodes, these remain in the passive condition. If an eventual breakdown of the passivating film occurs, it will quickly regenerate itself.
D000537:Aluminum Oxide; D000818:Animals; D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D003343:Corrosion; D004285:Dogs; D004563:Electrochemistry; D004567:Electrodes, Implanted; D004582:Electronics, Medical; D066298:In Vitro Techniques; D013193:Stainless Steel
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D013193:Stainless Steel; D000537:Aluminum Oxide