This project implements a discrete element knee model in OpenSim. Specifically, the model is a six degree-of-freedom tibiofemoral and one degree-of-freedom patellofemoral joint. It includes eighteen ligament bundles and tibiofemoral contact and was validated against cadaveric data.

Publications:

Schmitz, A., Piovesan, D. (2015) Development of an Open-Source, Discrete Element Knee Model. IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering Special Issue on Modeling. In press.

Schmitz, A. (2015) Development of an Open-Source, Discrete Element Knee Model. (poster presentation the 39th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Biomechanics). Columbus, OH: ASB.