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Biomechanics IIa
Biomechanik II a
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:10:29
Abstract
The human body as a mechanical system. The muscle as an engine. Load analysis. Optimization of movements. Plasticity of muscle tissue.
Objective
The main goal of this lecture is to enable the students to understand muscular function to work like a linear motor and the passive part of the musculo-skeletal system to be analyzed according to the laws of mechanics.
Content
The content of Biomechanics IIa is focused on the mechanical and plasticity of biological tissues. The main topic is the mechanical properties of the active musculo-skeletal system with the following chapters: The musculo-skeletal system as a mechanical system, the muscle as a motor, principles of load analysis (=load at the ankle and knee joint during gait) optimization of movements (general considerations with respect to optimized movements including the muscle as a motor), as well as plasticity of muscles (remodelling properties of muscles due to interventions such as immobilization, training, rehabilitation, electrical stimulation, staying in µ-gravity).
Resources
Lecture Notes
Texts and further handouts will be provided
Literature
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General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- end-of-semester examination
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Biomechanik II a |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Biomechanik II a |
|
1 h weekly |