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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Main Authors: Afif Gouissem, Raouf Mbarki, Fadi Al Khatib, Malek Adouni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-04-01
Series:Bioengineering
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/9/5/193