After successful completion of the course, students are able to...

• explain the essential basic concepts for modelling the musculoskeletal system;
• select a model and carry out the necessary modelling steps for questions related to the musculoskeletal system;
• interpret data from corresponding models.

• Introduction to modeling and its role in science and technology
• Anthropometry – inertial  properties of the human body
• Muscle and Muscle Forces
• Hill type models and extensions
• Huxley type models
• Modeling of joints and joint moments
• Ground contact forces and gait analysis
• More applications and examples

Lecture supported by digital presentations; discussion of case studies

Depending on possible restrictions due to the pandemic the format of the lecture can be changed to "hybrid" and/or "online".

Written exam at the end of the semester. Estimated duration: 90 minutes

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