Investigating the Strength and Stability of a Motorized Unilateral External Bone Fixator Device Under Bending Load in Dynamic Mode
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10.71762/7nc5-tx24چکیده
Using a unilateral external bone fixator to align broken bones is now commonly used. One of the main benefits of this type of fixator is that it is easier to install and adjust than other types, such as circular or horseshoe-shaped models. The goal of this study was to make sure the single-sided motorized external bone fixation device is stable and strong. The device was designed with four motors and built using SolidWorks software. It was tested under a bending force of 150N while the motors were running. The device was also analyzed using the Finite Element Method (FEM) in ANSYS software. After testing it in the lab with the same bending force, the results showed that the device has the necessary strength, rigidity, and reliability to help stabilize broken long bones. It can also move the broken parts of the bone, especially when some of the bone is missing. The device has four separate motor units that allow precise movement of the bones based on the patient's condition and the doctor's instructions, helping the healing process.