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Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System
Benno M Nigg
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Hardcover. The latest edition of this classic in the field presents a unique and comprehensive account of the mechanics of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Written for students and researchers of biomechanics, the book covers key areas including the properties of biomaterials, common measuring techniques and modeling. Editor(s): Nigg, Benno M.; Herzog, W. Num Pages: 686 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 177 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1288.
The latest edition of this well organised and authoritative book provides a comprehensive account of the mechanics of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Covering the key areas including the properties of biomaterials, common measuring techniques and modelling, Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System, Third Edition also integrates historical aspects thus building a bridge between old and familiar knowledge and the latest developments in biomechanics. As with the previous edition there are numerous applications and extensive questions and answers at the end of sections. Specific changes for this edition include:
The latest edition of this well organised and authoritative book provides a comprehensive account of the mechanics of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Covering the key areas including the properties of biomaterials, common measuring techniques and modelling, Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System, Third Edition also integrates historical aspects thus building a bridge between old and familiar knowledge and the latest developments in biomechanics. As with the previous edition there are numerous applications and extensive questions and answers at the end of sections. Specific changes for this edition include:
- Major revision of the section on biological materials including bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, ... Read more
- Extensive updating of material covering force, pressure distribution, optical methods and simulation
- Increase in the number and type of applications across a broad range of disciplines
Biomechanics of the Musculo-skeletal System, Third Edition is an invaluable resource for all students, professionals and researchers concerned with biomechanical aspects of the human or animal body.
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Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
686
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
Number of Pages
688
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780470017678
SKU
V9780470017678
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99-50
About Benno M Nigg
Professor Benno Nigg and Professor Walter Herzog. Human Performance Laboratory, Faculty of Kinesiology, The University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4, Canada. Two distinguished researchers and teachers with an international reputation who have published numerous books and articles in the area of biomechanics.
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