Curvature reduces bending strains in the quokka femur

Curvature reduces bending strains in the quokka femur

This study explores how curvature in the quokka femur may help to reduce bending strain during locomotion. The quokka is a small wallaby, but the curvature of the femur and the muscles active during stance phase are similar to most quadrupedal mammals. Our hypothesis is that the action of hip extens...

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Main Authors: Kyle McCabe, Keith Henderson, Jess Pantinople, Hazel L. Richards, Nick Milne
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2017-03-01
Series:PeerJ
Subjects:
Femur
Finite elements analysis
Curved bones
Strain reduction
Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/3100.pdf

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