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Finite element analysis of MEMS flexible pressure sensor for total ankle replacement

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Abstract

For several decades, research has been conducted for total ankle replacement to be established as the optimal surgical treatment for diseased or degenerative ankle joints. Few reports exist regarding computer assisted surgery (CAS) and patient specific instrumentation for total ankle replacement (TAR), but no studies regarding instrumented ankle prostheses capable of obtaining stress distribution data or related works using sensing technology for improving patient specific instrumentation exist. In this paper, finite element simulations of a thin film piezo electric sensor for obtaining the pressure map of the contact surface are presented. The pressure map would provide potential benefits for component alignment and enhance TAR final outcomes.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 IEEE 36th Central American and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2016
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781467395786
DOIs
StatePublished - 2 Jul 2016
Event36th IEEE Central American and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2016 - San Jose, Costa Rica
Duration: 9 Nov 201611 Nov 2016

Publication series

Name2016 IEEE 36th Central American and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2016

Conference

Conference36th IEEE Central American and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2016
Country/TerritoryCosta Rica
CitySan Jose
Period9/11/1611/11/16

Keywords

  • ankle replacement
  • preoperative navigation system
  • pressure maps
  • total joint replacement

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