Evaluating the Mechanical Properties of Zinc-Coated Stainless Steel Orthodontic Wires Using Physical Vapor Deposition

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(a) The curve of stress-strain for modulus of elasticity in coated and uncoated wires. (b) Differences of load deflection for coated and uncoated wires. (c) The friction resistance (N) for coated and uncoated wires are compared at 0° (a) and 10° (b) angulations.

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