Challenges in human body mechanics simulation

Abstract This paper reviews the principal challenges to reliable computer simulation of the mechanics of the human body. It is still lacking behind analysis tools used in the industry to model phenomena such as elasticity, flow, heat and electromagnetism, but the potential of musculoskeletal modeling is no less than the revolution caused by other simulation technologies. Biomechanics holds the potential to fundamentally improve the prevention and treatment of many serious and widespread diseases and to improve the design of products with human interfaces. The paper addresses current issues of research including individualization of models, model accuracy, kinematics and mechanical systems functioning in concert with the human body.

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