A Novel Multiscale Mathematical Model for Building Bone Substitute Materials for Children

Bone is an engineering marvel that achieves a unique combination of stiffness and toughness exceeding that of synthesized materials. In orthopedics, we are currently challenged for the child population that needs a less stiff but a tougher bone substitute than adults. Recent evidence suggests that t...

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Main Authors: Abdennasser Chekroun, Laurent Pujo-Menjouet, Jean-Philippe Berteau
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-06-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/11/6/1045