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The aim of this design project is to apply the knowledge of genetic mutations that specifically affect bone strength in order to achieve a model mouse femur bone that is constructed out of a weaker material, but can still withstand equivalent strain.
For this project, the group will test and analyze two models of a mouse femur; one healthy and one "diseased." Both will be based from CT scans and designed on a single CREO drawing. The diseased bone model however, will be treated with acetone to weaken the plastic. Using a three-point bending test, the two bones will be evaluated for flexural stress and strength. The resulting data will be analyzed so as to help the group produce a modified bone which will have the same strength after acetone treatment as the normal, healthy bone.
For this project, the group will test and analyze two models of a mouse femur; one healthy and one "diseased." Both will be based from CT scans and designed on a single CREO drawing. The diseased bone model however, will be treated with acetone to weaken the plastic. Using a three-point bending test, the two bones will be evaluated for flexural stress and strength. The resulting data will be analyzed so as to help the group produce a modified bone which will have the same strength after acetone treatment as the normal, healthy bone.
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