Biomechanics in Motor Skeletal Structures,
Abstract
Most lethal biomechanical conditions can be explained by the physical laws which govern inertia, acceleration - deceleration and dissipation or absorption of kinetic energy. These physical laws provide a framework for the quantitative description of the mechanical response of skeletal structures. The time during which decelerations and forces are generated are of such magnitude to cause sudden fatalities. Studies of autopsy materials indicate that just below the level which causes sudden death, there is a narrow margin which may produce serious injuries and yet permit survival. There is thus a maximum tolerance of the body to force. Above this level, death occurs from stresses which exceed the limits of the structures with vital functional capacity. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1971
- Accession Number
- AD0740456
Entities
People
- Carl Hirsch
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory