biomechanics
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- noun
- /ˌbaɪoʊmɪˈkænɪks/
- Specialized
- Fundamental factors of biomechanics come into play that help characterize an individual's gait pattern.
- physiology and biomechanics
- kinesiology and biomechanics
- wheelchair biomechanics
Examples
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At Virginia Tech's Center for Injury Biomechanics, scientists are conducting tests with child dummies.
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His most recent research tackled the biomechanics of red blood cells under the influence of diseases such as malaria.
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The study of the biomechanics of racing wheelchair propulsion is a fairly new interest.
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The method was later further developed at the Department of Biomechanics and Orthopaedic Technology, Jonkoping, Sweden.
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In vertebrates, the most interesting applications of biomechanics center on the skull, as that's where eating takes place, Moon said.
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Dr. Vorp is a leader in the fields of vascular biomechanics and tissue engineering.
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In bioengineering, Dr. Mote is the recognized world leader in biomechanics related to skiing injuries.
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The biomechanics of running are essential for developing efficient training programs.
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In her research, she focused on the biomechanics of the human body during various athletic activities.
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Understanding biomechanics helps engineers design better prosthetics for individuals with mobility challenges.
Synonyms
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The study of how the body moves
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word biomechanics combines bio- meaning 'life' and mechanics meaning 'machines' or 'how things move'. So biomechanics is like studying the body as a machine, which is why it means the scientific study of how living things move and the forces that act on them.