RUM2021 RUM2021-NAM Abaqus CustomerPresentation
Thank you SIMULIA for the invitation to speak at 2021 Americas RUM. It was a great pleasure to share some of the advanced simulations we are utilizing Abaqus for. At Stryker, we have been applying predictive modeling and simulation throughout product lifecycle from instrument and implant testing to manufacturing process and clinical biomechanics. The area where we have achieved most success is in knee kinematic evaluations.
Facility of near normal kinematic outcome is one of the critical aspects in knee arthroplasty concept evaluation, whether a brand-new knee arthroplasty is being designed, an existing design is being enhanced, or the surgical placement is being optimized. Kinematic comparisons between a new concept and either to a predicate or to healthy conditions are key measurements of kinematic performance. Based on physical testing and clinical measurements, a comprehensive virtual kinematic evaluation framework has been developed to measure kinematic performance for knee arthroplasty design concepts.
