ABSTRACT

In this chapter we discussed the structural and chemical properties of HAp coating. We provide information on the phase analysis, stoichiometry and Ca/ P ratio, microstructure, surface roughness, etc. The data presented in Table 4.1 [1-20] summarize the data from the literature on degree of crystallinity, thickness, and porosity of HAp coatings deposited by macroplasma spraying (MAPS) and other methods.