computer-aided technique for the generation of A 3-D finite element mesh for modeling intricate structures: a case study: the vertebra

This paper discusses the modelling of a three dimensional structure by the finite element technique. To illustrate the use of this technique, it was applied for a human vertebra as an application to the study of a complex structure

Programmed replication of in vivo [whole body] loading conditions during in vitro [substructure] testing of a vertebral column segment

The main object of this paper is to present a technique to duplicate in vivo loading Conditions during an In vitro dynamic run. The test results show quantitatively the tensile and compressive loads under dynamic loading conditions