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COURSE: BIOMECHANICS

CHAPTER 1: An introduction to the course

LECTURER: ASSOC. PROF. DR. TICH THIEN TRUONG


OBJECTIVES OF CHAPTER 1
1. Identify key elements of the syllabus
2. Communicate with their instructor and fellow classmates
3. Identify a brief history of biomechanics
4. List the chapters of this course
Contents

1. Information about Lecturer


2. Teaching and learning method.
3. Assessment
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
1. Information about Lecturer

LECTURER:
Name: ASSOC. PROF. DR. TICH THIEN TRUONG
Email: [email protected]
Add: Room 101B4
Time: 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM, Monday

TEACHING ASSISTANT:
Name: MSC. THAI HIEN NGUYEN
Email: [email protected]
Add: 106B4.
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Monday
2. Teaching and learning method

To ensure academic results, students must:


Download document in BK-Elearning, print out and bring
them to class;
Attend all lectures in class;
Complete homework assignments by deadline,
implementation method and prescribed level;
Organize group learning activities to complete project or
presentations;
Review regularly to avoid being passive at midterm and
final exams;
3. Assessment
Method of course assessment:
 Mid-term test: 30% - multiple choice
 Final exam: 50% - multiple choice
 Homework or e-learning: 10%
 Large assignments or group presentations: 10%.
Conditions for attending final exam: attend at least 80% of
theoretical lectures and homework correction, completing 90% of
homework, complete assignments/essays.
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics

Health Natural
Kinesiology
sciences sciences

Biomechanics

Mathematics
Engineering
- Biomedical
- Electrical
- Mechanical Medicine
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
 Biomechanics is a branch of the field of bioengineering, which
we define as the application of engineering principles to
biological systems. Most bioengineering is applied to humans.
 The bioengineer seeks to understand basic physiological
processes, to improve human health via applied problem
solving, or both.
 Biomechanics is the study of how physical forces interact with
living systems. Why does biomechanics matter?
 How do your bones “know” how big and strong to be so that
they can supportyour weight and deal with the loads imposed on
them?
 How do our arteries “know” how big to be so that they can deliver
just the right amount of blood to their distal capillary beds?
 What about biomechanics in everyday life? Probably the most
obvious application of biomechanics is in locomotion (walking,
running, jumping), where our muscles generate forces that are
transferred to the ground by bones and soft connective tissue.
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
4.1. A brief history of biomechanics
Biomechanics is a fairly young discipline, having been
recognized as an independent subject of enquiry with its own
body of knowledge, societies, journals, and conferences for only
around 30–40 years.
 The “Biomechanics and Human Factors Division” (later to
become the “Bioengineering Division”) of the American Society
of Mechanical Engineering was established in late 1966.
 The International Society of Biomechanics was founded August
30, 1973.
 The European Society of Biomechanics was established May
21, 1976.
 The Japanese Society of Biomechanics was founded
December 1, 1984.
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
4.1. A brief history of biomechanics
Galileo Galilei (1564–1642) realized that the cross-sectional
dimensions of the long bones would have to increase more quickly
than the length of the bone to support the weight of a larger animal.
He also looked into the biomechanics of jumping, and the way in
which loads are distributed in large aquatic animals, such as whales.
However, Galileo was really only a “dabbler” in biomechanics.
William Harvey (1578–1657) was an English physician who
made fundamental contributions to our understanding of the
physiology of the cardiovascular system, and who can be rightly
thought of as one of the first biomechanicians.
Giovanni Alfonso Borelli (1608–1679) used the principles
of levers and other concepts from mechanics to analyze muscle
action. He also determined the location of the center of gravity of the
human body and formulated the theory that forward motion involved
the displacement of the center of gravity beyond the area of support
and that the swinging of the limbs saved the body from losing
balance …
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
4.2. An outline of this course
 In Chapter 2, we describe the basic components of the cell,
with special emphasis on molecules that play a role in the
biomechanical behavior of the cell.
 Circulatory system. This system delivers nutrients and picks
up waste products from the cells, as well as delivering
signaling molecules, such as hormones, betweenndifferent
organs. The flow of blood will be studied in Chapter 3; other
biomechanical aspects of the circulatory system are
discussed in Chapter 4.
 Excess fluid is passively collected from tissues and returned
to the heart via a network of ducts and channels that make up
the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is also an
important locus for immune function. We will not examine the
lymphatic system in detail, although it is briefly touched upon
in Chapter 5.
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
4.2. An outline of this course
 The nervous system consists of the nerves and brain and is
responsible for signaling and control within the body. Its operation
is highly complex and will not be considered in this book. The
sensory organs provide input to the nervous system; we will briefly
consider ocular biomechanics in Chapter 6.
 In order to oxidize foodstuffs, O2 must be delivered to the blood
and CO2 must be removed from it. This is accomplished by
exposing the blood to the air through a very thin membrane of
enormous surface area. This membrane is convoluted and folded
to form a large number of small sacs within the lung. The
respiratory system consists of the lungs, plus structures that assist
air passage in and out of the lungs. It will be considered in Chapter
7.
 Muscles are specialized tissues that generate force upon
appropriate stimulation. Muscles, and how they effect motion, will
be discussed in Chapters 8 and 10.
4. Introduction to the Biomechanics
4.2. An outline of this course
 This framework of bones and soft connective tissues (cartilage,
ligaments, and tendons) provides a rigid, supportive, and protective
structure for the body. Bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons will
be discussed in greater detail in Chapter 9.
5. Question?

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