A natural energy absorbent polymer composite: The equine hoof wall

Volume: 90, Pages: 267 - 277
Published: May 1, 2019
Abstract
The equine hoof has been considered as an efficient energy absorption layer that protects the skeletal elements from impact when galloping. In the present study, the hierarchical structure of a fresh equine hoof wall and the energy absorption mechanisms are investigated. Tubules are found embedded in the intertubular matrix forming the hoof wall at the microscale. Both tubules and intertubular areas consist of keratin cells, in which keratin...
Paper Details
Title
A natural energy absorbent polymer composite: The equine hoof wall
Published Date
May 1, 2019
Volume
90
Pages
267 - 277
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