KNEEMAX

Project Title  KNEEMAX®
Acronym  KNEEMAX®
Status  completed
Project Start  15/10/2015
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Sports  ski and snowboard
Field of Research  Biomechanics, Materials Science
Overall Research Goals  Safety
   
Project Leader  Aljoscha Hermann
Funding  industry, commerce
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short description

KNEEMAX® is a protective device for the knee joint, in particular the anterior cruciate ligament, and the lower leg for expert skiers, as well as for recreational skiers. This studies aims to quantify the effect of KNEEMAX® regarding the load reduction on the ligamental structures of the knee. The investigation is performed using the artifical knee of the Group of Sport Equipment and Materials (see more: www.lfe.mw.tum.de/en/research/methods-and-lab-equipment/artificial-knee-joint/ ). More information regarding KNEEMAX® www.kneemax.com