Biomechanics Laboratory
Understanding the functions and properties of organisms to develop technologies that are useful to people
The human body exerts force to move and maintain its structure and internal circulatory mechanisms. An injury, therefore, is a state in which a body part is damaged by external or internal force, rendering it unable to function. Tissue damage, on the other hand, can cause cardiovascular disease. Our laboratory is researching the mechanisms of injuries and diseases through mechanical studies of the physical strengths and limitations of human bodily functions. We are also developing new technologies to prevent injury and disease.
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College of Engineering
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Engineering Science and Mechanics
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Faculty Name
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Sota Yamamoto |
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Academic Society
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The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan, Inc. The Japanese Society for Fall Prevention |
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Keyword
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Peace of mind and safety, Medical engineering, Simulations, Medicine, Blood vessels, Traffic safety, Aging society, Elderly and disabled, Automobiles
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Study Fields
Mechanical engineering, Medical bio-engineering, Sports and health science
For Society
To ensure people can live out their natural lifespans in good health, we are working to develop protectors and safety devices that prevent injury and facilitate exercise, in addition to simulation technologies to predict whether a person is likely to develop a disease.
Research Themes
- Development of a human body model to estimate damage from impacts
- Research on the mechanisms behind how elderly people fall and fracture bones, as well as methods of prevention
- Unraveling how cardiovascular diseases occur and how to prevent and treat them