Structure and behavior of collagen fibers

Document Type

Syllabus

Publication Date

10-19-2009

Abstract

Collagen fibers form the structural scaffolds of vertebrate tissues that store elastic energy, facilitate joint movement, and dissipate excess energy upon completion of joint movement. The purpose of this chapter is to discuss the molecular, microfibrillar and fibrillar structures of collagen fibers and the mechanism by which energy is stored, transmitted, and dissipated. The ability of collagen fibers to prevent premature mechanical failure of vertebrate tissues is also examined as well as the failure mechanisms of collagen fibers.

Identifier

84941270922 (Scopus)

ISBN

[9781845693879, 9781845696801]

Publication Title

Handbook of Tensile Properties of Textile and Technical Fibres

External Full Text Location

https://doi.org/10.1533/9781845696801.1.179

First Page

179

Last Page

173

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