Abrasion

Surface material loss or damage caused by repeated rubbing, scraping, or frictional contact with another surface, particles, or fluids. Learn more about abrasion.

Adhesion

Adhesion refers to the interaction between two different materials that causes them to stick together, forming a bond. Learn more about adhesion. 

Biocompatibility

Biocompatibility refers to the ability of a material or device to perform its intended function without eliciting a harmful or adverse reaction when introduced into the body. Learn more about biocompatibility. 

Coefficient of Friction

The Coefficient of Friction (CoF) is a number that shows how much resistance there is when two surfaces slide against each other. The measurement tells us how “slippery” or “sticky” a surface is. Learn more about coefficient of friction. 

Compressive Strength

A material’s resistance to being squashed or compressed.

Durability

A performance feature. It is the ability of a material to maintain its key features over time. Learn more about durability. 

Flexural Strength

A material’s resistance to bending or deformation.

Friction

The resistive force that opposes motion when two surfaces are in contact and move or attempt to move relative to each other. Learn more about friction.

Friction Reduction

Friction reduction refers to the process or technique of minimizing the resistance to motion between two surfaces in contact. Learn more about friction reduction. 

Hemocompatibility

Refers to the ability of a material or surface to interact safely with blood without causing adverse effects such as clotting (thrombosis), hemolysis (red blood cell damage), or immune activation. Learn more about hemocompatibility. 

Impact Strength

A material’s ability to absorb sudden forces or shocks without breaking.

Mechanical Strength

The ability of a material or structure to withstand mechanical forces without breaking or deforming. Learn more about mechanical strength.

Optical Clarity

The ability of a material to allow objects viewed through it to be seen clearly. Learn more about optical clarity.

Scratch Resistance

How well a material or coating can resists becoming scratched or getting damaged. Learn more about scratch resistance.

Shear Strength

A material’s resistance to sliding forces acting parallel to a surface. 

Tensile Strength

A material’s resistance to being pulled apart.

Wear Resistance

The ability of a material to withstand repeated friction or contact without losing its quality or performance over time. Learn more about wear resistance.

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