A Multi-Axis Biomaterials Testing Facility

由于受伤或骨质疏松症和关节炎等疾病造成的骨骼和关节损伤是造成残疾和国家损失的主要原因。澳大利亚的老龄化人口不仅导致此类疾病的发病率不断上升，而且还导致更多的患者无法使用植入物，如置换关节。2001- 2002年，澳大利亚在关节置换上花费了8亿多澳元。因为超过11%的手术是失败种植体的翻修，即使种植体寿命的微小改善也意味着显著的成本节约。通过准确模拟体内条件，这种生物力学测试设施将导致植入物设计和材料的新发展，从而提高生活质量，生产力和治疗成本。

Damage to bones and joints, due to injury or diseases such as osteoporosis and arthritis, is a major cause of disability and cost to the nation. Australia's ageing population contributes not only to an increasing incidence of such conditions, but also to more patients out-living implants such as replacement joints. In 2001-2, Australia spent over $800 million on joint replacement. Because over 11% of procedures are revisions of failed implants, even small improvements in implant life represent significant cost savings. By accurately simulating conditions within the body, this biomechanical testing facility will lead to new developments in implant designs and materials, in turn improving quality of life, productivity and treatment costs.