Title :
The effect of microstructure on the mechanical properties of equine bone
Author :
Clark, M.D. ; Davis, N.P. ; Walsh, A.F. ; Savilonis, B. ; Kirker-head, C. ; Les, C.
Author_Institution :
Worcester Polytech. Inst., MA, USA
Abstract :
This study correlates the elastic modulus of equine cortical bone with porosity. Measurements were also made of the elastic modulus in cancellous bone.
Keywords :
biomechanics; bone; elastic moduli; porosity; cancellous bone; elastic modulus; equine cortical bone; mechanical properties; microstructure effects; porosity; Bone tissue; Cancellous bone; Capacitive sensors; Fixtures; Horses; Mathematical model; Mechanical factors; Microstructure; Osteoporosis; Testing;
Conference_Titel :
Bioengineering Conference, 2004. Proceedings of the IEEE 30th Annual Northeast
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-8285-4
DOI :
10.1109/NEBC.2004.1300040