Biomechanics: Structures and Systems: A Practical Approach (The ^APractical Approach Series) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199632677 ISBN 13: 9780199632671

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1992

Synopsis

The study of the mechanical design of living organisms is one of the most rapidly expanding areas of biological research. Greater understanding of the ways in which an animal's body responds to mechanical stress has resulted in significant advances in the fields of zoology, physiology, and biomedical engineering. This volume is the first to provide a compilation of experimental protocols for researchers in these areas. This detailed work evaluates the performance of structures within the musculoskeletal and circulatory systems in the context of their physical activities. Topics covered include: mechanical work in locomotion; aerodynamics of flight; in vivo measurement of bone strain and tendon force; hydrostatic skeletons and muscular hydrostats; and circulatory structure and mechanics. Biomechanics - Structure and Systems: A Practical Approach and its companion Biomechanics - Materials: A Practical Approach together provide a comprehensive resource of proven experimental protocols and expert guidance for researchers in zoology, physiology, biomedical engineering, and related fields.

About this title

About the Author

A. A. Biewener is at University of Chicago.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199632677
• ISBN 13: 9780199632671
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 310
• Editor: Biewener A. A.