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Trauma Biomechanics
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:35:57
Abstract
Trauma biomechanics in an interdisciplinary research field investigating the biomechanics of injuries and related subjects such as prevention. The lecture provides an introduction to the basic principles of trauma biomechanics.
Objective
Introduction to the basic principles of trauma biomechanics.
Content
This lecture serves as an introduction to the field of trauma biomechanics. Emphasis is placed on the interdisciplinary nature of impact biomechanics, which uses the combination of fundamental engineering principles and advanced medical technologies to develop injury prevention measures. Topics include: accident statistics and accident reconstruction, biomechanical response of the human to impact loading, injury mechanisms and injury criteria, test methods (including crash tests), computer simulations, aspects of vehicle safety. Real world examples mainly from automobile safety are used to augment lecture material.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Handouts will be made available.
Literature
Schmitt K-U, et al. "Trauma Biomechanics - An Introduction to Injury Biomechanics", Springer Publ.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC , NDS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
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| lecture | Trauma Biomechanics |
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2 h weekly |
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Trauma Biomechanics
The lecturers will communicate the exact lesson times of ONLINE courses.
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1 h weekly |
Offered In
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Bioengineering (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
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Track Core Courses (During the Master programme, a minimum of 12 CP must be obtained from track core courses.)
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