Biomechanical & Biomaterials Testing

Biomechanical scientists and engineers rely on reliable and accurate measurement data to model the complex movement and interaction of biological elements, such as; bones, implants, prostheses and cardiac surgery components. The measured mechanical properties from natural biological elements are replicated (& improved) for the development of artificial biomaterials, which are being used increasingly more in medicine for anatomical repair and substitution.

Digital Image Correlation (DIC) is a non-contact, full-field, optical measurement technology that can be used to measure surface (contour) shape, displacement and strain. A DIC system is versatile and can be used to measure components smaller than 10 x 10 mm using a stereoscopic microscope. Using a multi-camera setup, biomechanical testing applications that require 180° to 360° section measurements, such as; pelvises, jaws, spines, craniums (skulls) and Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) can be also be accurately measured.

2D-overlay visualization of a hernia mesh (resorbable material -poliglecaprone-25) in a tensile test. The specimens were hydrated for at least 30 minutes in isotonic saline prior to testing. The tangential strain (%) in the transversal X-direction before fracture is presented.

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Biomechanics & Biomaterials Testing Applications – Video #2

In this applications video, we show the various applications of how the FlexDIC system can be used for the testing of biomaterials and plant biomechanics.
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Biomechanics & Biomaterials Testing Applications – Video #1

In this video, we present an overview of Biomechanics & Biomaterials Testing Applications, specifically focusing on Bones, Implants & Prothesis testing and Cardiac Surgery elements.
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Bones, Implants & Prostheses Testing – Video

In this video, we explain how the BiomechDIC system allows engineers and scientists to measure what really happens to bones, implants and prostheses when put in motion.
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Bones, Implants & Prostheses Testing

The testing of biological and artificial elements that enable human mobility is pivotal, but more importantly is the detailed and accurate measurement of complex structural interactions.
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Basics of 3D Digital Image Correlation (DIC)

In classical image correlation the deformation of an object is determined by observation with a CCD camera. Then a digital image correlation process determines the shift and/or rotation and […]
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Experimental Finite Element Method (FEM) validation using Digital Image Correlation (DIC)

A variety of mechanical engineering disciplines, such as aeronautical, biomechanical, and automotive industries rely on Finite Element Method (FEM) in the design, development and testing of […]
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Digital Image Correlation System for Biomedical Measurement Applications

Scientists and engineers in biomaterials research rely on measurements to make breakthroughs in applied research, technology development, and quality assurance. There are many challenges in […]
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