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What is a common material used in prosthetics, known for its high resistance to abrasion and low friction?
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?
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?
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?
What is a common requirement for surgical implants?
What is a common application of carbon fiber composites in medical devices?
What is a common application of carbon fiber composites in medical devices?
What is the primary purpose of prosthetics?
What is the primary purpose of prosthetics?
What is a characteristic of metals?
What is a characteristic of metals?
What determines the effectiveness of materials in medical implants and prosthetics?
What determines the effectiveness of materials in medical implants and prosthetics?
What is a type of polymer made up of two or more types of building blocks?
What is a type of polymer made up of two or more types of building blocks?
What is the purpose of the 'Prosthetic Party' activity?
What is the purpose of the 'Prosthetic Party' activity?
What is NOT a characteristic of nonmetals?
What is NOT a characteristic of nonmetals?
What is the primary goal of engineers when designing a new leg prosthetic?
What is the primary goal of engineers when designing a new leg prosthetic?
What is the purpose of evaluating the prototype of a leg prosthetic design?
What is the purpose of evaluating the prototype of a leg prosthetic design?
Which material would be suitable for surgical implants due to its high strength-to-weight ratio?
Which material would be suitable for surgical implants due to its high strength-to-weight ratio?
Crosslinking of materials can improve their resistance to __________ in ligament fixations.
Crosslinking of materials can improve their resistance to __________ in ligament fixations.
What is the purpose of Table 2 in the design process?
What is the purpose of Table 2 in the design process?
What is the purpose of using duct tape in the design process?
What is the purpose of using duct tape in the design process?
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