
Computational Modelling of Biomechanics and Biotribology in the Musculoskeletal System
Biomaterials and Tissues
Description
Key Features
- Covers generic modelling of cells and tissues; modelling of biomaterials and interfaces; biomechanics and biotribology
- Discusses applications of modelling for joint replacements and applications of computational modelling in tissue engineering
Readership
Computational modelling of biomechanics and biotribology in the musculoskeletal system is a comprehensive resource for professionals in the biomedical market, materials scientists and mechanical engineers, and those in academia.
Table of Contents
- Contributor contact details
- Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
- Foreword
- Preface
- Part I: Generic modelling of biomechanics and biotribology
- 1. Fundamentals of computational modelling of biomechanics in the musculoskeletal system
- Abstract:
- 1.1 Computational approach and its importance
- 1.2 Generic computational approach and important considerations
- 1.3 Computational methods and software
- 1.4 Future trends
- 1.5 Sources of further information and advice
- 1.6 References
- 2. Finite element modeling in the musculoskeletal system: generic overview
- Abstract:
- 2.1 The musculoskeletal (MSK) system
- 2.2 Overview of the finite element (FE) method
- 2.3 State-of-the-art FE modeling of the MSK system
- 2.4 Key modeling procedures and considerations
- 2.5 Challenges and future trends
- 2.6 References
- 3. Joint wear simulation
- Abstract:
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Classification of wear
- 3.3 Analytic and theoretical modelling of wear
- 3.4 Implementation of wear modelling in the assessment of joint replacement
- 3.5 Validating wear models
- 3.6 Future trends
- 3.7 References
- 3.8 Appendix: useful tables
- 1. Fundamentals of computational modelling of biomechanics in the musculoskeletal system
- Part II: Computational modelling of musculoskeletal cells and tissues
- 4. Computational modeling of cell mechanics
- Abstract:
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Mechanobiology of cells
- 4.3 Computational descriptions of whole-cell mechanics
- 4.4 Liquid drop models
- 4.5 Solid elastic models
- 4.6 Power-law rheology model
- 4.7 Biphasic model
- 4.8 Tensegrity model
- 4.9 Semi-flexible chain model
- 4.10 Dipole polymerization model
- 4.11 Brownian ratchet models
- 4.12 Dynamic stochastic model
- 4.13 Constrained mixture model
- 4.14 Bio-chemo-mechanical model
- 4.15 Computational models for muscle cells
- 4.16 Future trends
- 4.17 References
- 5. Computational modeling of soft tissues and ligaments
- Abstract:
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Background and preparatory results
- 5.3 Multiscale modeling of unidirectional soft tissues
- 5.4 Multiscale modeling of multidirectional soft tissues
- 5.5 Mechanics at cellular scale: a submodeling approach
- 5.6 Limitations and conclusions
- 5.7 Acknowledgments
- 5.8 References
- 6. Computational modeling of muscle biomechanics
- Abstract:
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Mechanisms of muscle contraction: muscle structure and force production
- 6.3 Biophysical aspects of skeletal muscle contraction
- 6.4 One-dimensional skeletal muscle modeling
- 6.5 Causes and models of history-dependence of muscle force production
- 6.6 Three-dimensional skeletal muscle modeling
- 6.7 References
- 7. Computational modelling of articular cartilage
- Abstract:
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Current state in modelling of articular cartilage
- 7.3 Comparison and discussion of major theories
- 7.4 Applications and challenges
- 7.5 Conclusion
- 7.6 References
- 8. Computational modeling of bone and bone remodeling
- Abstract:
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Computational modeling examples of bone mechanical properties and bone remodeling
- 8.3 Results of computational modeling examples
- 8.4 Conclusion and future trends
- 8.5 Sources of further information and advice
- 8.6 Acknowledgments
- 8.7 References
- 9. Modelling fracture processes in bones
- Abstract:
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 A brief update on the literature
- 9.3 Physical formulation and modelling methods
- 9.4 Results and discussion
- 9.5 Challenges, applications and future trends
- 9.6 Sources of further information and advice
- 9.7 Acknowledgement
- 9.8 References
- 4. Computational modeling of cell mechanics
- Part III: Computational modelling of orthopaedic biomaterials and interfaces
- 10. Modelling fatigue of bone cement
- Abstract:
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Modelling fatigue of bulk cement
- 10.3 Cement–implant interface
- 10.4 Cement–bone interface
- 10.5 Current and future trends
- 10.6 Conclusion
- 10.7 References
- 11. Modelling fracture processes in orthopaedic implants
- Abstract:
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 The fracture mechanics approach
- 11.3 Mechanical properties
- 11.3.5 Fracture resistance
- 11.3.6 Impact strength
- 11.3.7 Hardness
- 11.3.8 Fragility
- 11.3.9 Abrasion
- 11.4 Determination of fracture mechanics parameters
- 11.5 Overview of computer methods used in mechanics
- 11.6 Simulation and modelling of the crack path in biomaterials
- 11.7 Challenges and future trends
- 11.8 References
- 12. Modelling cementless cup fixation in total hip arthroplasty (THA)
- Abstract:
- 12.1 Cup fixation in acetabular bone stock
- 12.2 Measurement and numerical analysis of cup fixation
- 12.3 Summary of the relevant literature
- 12.4 Materials and assumptions
- 12.5 Modelling methods and details
- 12.6 Understanding and interpretation
- 12.7 Challenges, applications and future trends
- 12.8 References
- 10. Modelling fatigue of bone cement
- Part IV: Applications of computational modelling for joint replacements and tissue scaffolds
- 13. Computational modeling of hip implants
- Abstract:
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 Modeling and methods
- 13.3 Results
- 13.4 Discussion
- 13.5 Future trends
- 13.6 Conclusion
- 13.7 References
- 14. Computational modelling of knee implants
- Abstract:
- 14.1 Introduction
- 14.2 Application of computational models in analysis of knee implants
- 14.3 Assumptions for kinematics and kinetics
- 14.4 Model definition
- 14.5 Model formulation
- 14.6 Model solution
- 14.7 Model validation
- 14.8 Conclusion, challenges and future trends
- 14.9 Sources of further information and advice
- 14.10 References
- 15. Computational modelling of spinal implants
- Abstract:
- 15.1 Introduction
- 15.2 Spine and implant computational biomechanics
- 15.3 Numerical assessments of spinal implants
- 15.4 Future trends
- 15.5 Conclusion
- 15.6 References
- 16. Finite element modelling of bone tissue scaffolds
- Abstract:
- 16.1 Introduction
- 16.2 Fundamentals of computational mechanobiology
- 16.3 Applications of finite element modelling (FEM) and computational mechanobiology to bone tissue engineering
- 16.4 Discussion
- 16.5 Conclusions and future trends
- 16.6 References
- 13. Computational modeling of hip implants
- Index
Product details
- No. of pages: 550
- Language: English
- Copyright: © Woodhead Publishing 2014
- Published: April 8, 2014
- Imprint: Woodhead Publishing
- Paperback ISBN: 9780857096616
- eBook ISBN: 9780857096739
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Zhongmin Jin
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