Search for dissertations about: "porohyperelastic"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the word porohyperelastic.

2. 1. Mechanics and Growth of Articular Cartilage Around a Localized Metal Implant

   Author : Krishnagoud Manda; Anders Eriksson; Nico Verdonschot; KTH; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; finite element analysis; articular cartilage defects; growth; knee; focal knee resurfacing; metal implant; poroelastic; porohyperelastic; biphasic;

   Abstract : Articular cartilage is a specialized connective soft tissue that resides on the ends of long-bones, and transfers the load smoothly between the bones in diarthrodial joints by providing almost frictionless, wear resistant sliding surfaces during joint articulation. Focal chondral or osteochondral defects in articular cartilage are common and show limited capacity for biological repair. READ MORE