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What is a common material used in prosthetics, known for its high resistance to abrasion and low friction?

Titanium alloys

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) (correct)

Polycarbonate urethane

Ceramics

What is the characteristic of metals that is most important in medical applications?

Biocompatibility

Electrical conductivity

Strength-to-weight ratio

Corrosion resistance (correct)

What is the primary function of ligament fixations?

To facilitate elongation (correct)

To enhance aesthetics

To promote biocompatibility

To provide structural support

What is a common requirement for surgical implants?

Biocompatibility Signup and view all the answers

What is a common application of carbon fiber composites in medical devices?

Prosthetic joints Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of prosthetics?

To replace missing body parts due to disease or congenital conditions Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of metals?

Shininess, high density, and magnetic properties Signup and view all the answers

What determines the effectiveness of materials in medical implants and prosthetics?

The combination and selection of materials Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of polymer made up of two or more types of building blocks?

Copolymer Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Prosthetic Party' activity?

To build a prosthetic leg Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of nonmetals?

Good conductivity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of engineers when designing a new leg prosthetic?

To identify and solve a problem in the current design Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating the prototype of a leg prosthetic design?

To test the device's functionality Signup and view all the answers

Which material would be suitable for surgical implants due to its high strength-to-weight ratio?

Titanium alloys Signup and view all the answers

Crosslinking of materials can improve their resistance to __________ in ligament fixations.

Elongation Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Table 2 in the design process?

To list the materials to be used and their functions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using duct tape in the design process?

To connect each part of the prosthetic Signup and view all the answers

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