Multiscale Characterization of Type I Collagen Fibril Stress–Strain Behavior under Tensile Load: Analytical vs. MD Approaches
Type I collagen is one of the most important proteins in the human body because of its role in providing structural support to the extracellular matrix of the connective tissues. Understanding its mechanical properties was widely investigated using experimental testing as well as molecular and finit...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-04-01
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Series: | Bioengineering |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/9/5/193 |