Using simulation methods for orthopaedic implant design.
New virtual test methods are being used to better understand the functional performance of implants within the musculoskeletal system. Developing validated virtual models and tests reduces prototyping costs and compresses product development cycles.
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MSC Software, Santa Ana, California 92707, leslie.rickey@mscsoftware.com
D003198:Computer Simulation; D017076:Computer-Aided Design; D019544:Equipment Failure Analysis / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D008954:Models, Biological; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design / Q000379:methods*