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Robert O. Ritchie

University of California, Berkeley

Plasticity and toughness in bone

Physics Today 62(6): 41-47

Article 2009 English

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Robert O. Ritchie
University of California, Berkeley
MB
Markus J. Buehler
PH
Paul K. Hansma

Abstract

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Our bones are full of microscopic cracks, but the hierarchical character of the bones’ structure—from molecular to macroscopic scales—makes them remarkably resistant to fracture.

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Publication Info

DOI: 10.1063/1.3156332
Year: 2009
Published: —
Language: English

Article Details

Journal Name: Physics Today
Volume: 62
Issue: 6
Pages: 41-47
Link Of The Paper: https://doi.org/10.1063/1.3156332

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