Lecture 8

Question 1

What is the complication rate of mandibular angle fracture plate implants?

Answer 1

1 in 5

Question 2

What are the 3 classifications of structural optimization?

Answer 2

• Sizing optimization
• Shape optimization
• Topology optimization

Question 3

What is the methodology of implant design?

Answer 3

1. CT data segmentation
2. Virtual 3D bone model (muscle forces and load cases, contact-boundary conditions, material properties data, scre placement)
3. Implant design (topology optimization, stress testing)
4. Manufacturing