Table 2.
Bone and internal fixation material properties
| Material name | Elastic modulus (MPa) | Poisson’s ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Cortical bone | 16,350 | 0.26 |
| Cancellous bone | 137 | 0.3 |
| Titanium alloy | 110,000 | 0.3 |
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