Preparing STEM Graduates for the Future
Through Cultivation of Creativity and Innovation , Integrated with Critica
BIOM9561 Mechanics of Biomaterials
COURSE ‘ IN A NUTSHELL ’ For a class comprising 60 students , including advanced under- ( 3 rd / 4 th year ) and postgraduate engineering and materials science students .
This course addresses the interlinked theme of engineering smart materials and devices by learning from Nature ’ s paradigms . Its inverted structure uses fundamentals of mechanics and strength of biomaterials to decipher medical device failures and to elucidate the remarkable smart properties of natural materials .
Specifically , the course aims to develop the capacity to characterise , optimise and even create advanced functional biomaterials by
• Using fundamental strength of materials knowledge to increase the understanding of mechanical properties of biological materials and biomaterials used in medical devices used in implantable and wearable applications for human health and safety [ pre-recorded lectures integrating a career ’ s worth of ( university x industry ) R & D + invention / translation / commercialisation experience ]
• Carrying out root cause analyses of device and material failures ( see FIG . 2 ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS tutorial )
• Applying reverse engineering strategies for creation and application of nature inspired materials ( see FIG . 1 BLUE SKY SOLUTIONS tutorial )
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