Table 3.
Tensile strength properties of printed scaffolds.
| Group | Ultimate tensile Stress (MPa) | Maximum tensile strain (%) | Elastic modulus (MPa) (Young's Modulus) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0%ECM-Alg/Gel | 0.243 ± 0.57 | 0.35 ± 0.02 | 0.415 ± 2.63 |
| 1.5%ECM-Alg/Gel | 0.272 ± 0.42 | 0.425 ± 0.05 | 0.493 ± 1.77 |
| 3%ECM-Alg/Gel | 0.536 ± 0.61 | 0.67 ± 0.06 | 1.37 ± 4.26 |
| 5%ECM-Alg/Gel | 0.689 ± 0.65 | 1.2 ± 0.08 | 2.159 ± 4.82 |