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Explore the fundamental principles of biomechanics and their application to human movement through this comprehensive lecture series from IIT Madras. Master the mechanics of the musculoskeletal system, including detailed analysis of bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, while understanding how these components work together to produce movement. Learn about different joint types and their specific movements, muscle structure and function, and the relationship between muscle length and tension. Delve into static analysis techniques for major body segments including the elbow, shoulder, spine, hip, knee, and ankle, applying principles of statics to understand force distribution and muscle activation patterns. Study kinetics of both linear and angular motion, examining how forces and torques affect human movement, and analyze complex movements like arm swinging during walking through inverse dynamics analysis. Investigate the biomechanics of balance and postural control, understanding the mechanisms that maintain stability during various activities. Examine human gait in detail, covering normal walking patterns, gait terminologies, and characteristics of pathological gait conditions. Explore the application of biomechanical principles to the design of assistive mobility devices, including prosthetics and orthoses, with specific focus on prosthetic feet, knees, and the development of standing wheelchairs. Gain practical knowledge applicable to activities such as walking, jumping, lifting, and balancing, making this course valuable for students and professionals in biomedical engineering, physical therapy, sports science, and rehabilitation engineering.
