Kiyoshi Mabuchi
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8
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368
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About
Kiyoshi Mabuchi is a pioneering researcher in the interdisciplinary field of biomechanics, with a specific focus on the tribology and kinematics of synovial joints. His most significant contribution is the development of a novel methodology that applies advanced robotics technology to study human and animal joints. This work, detailed in his highly cited 1993 paper (223 citations), allowed for precise control and measurement of both force and position, revolutionizing the study of joint kinematics and friction. Mabuchi’s research has been instrumental in understanding the lubricating role of hyaluronic acid in joints, demonstrating its molecular weight independence and its capacity to restore function in degenerated joints (54 and 44 citations). By using robotic systems to measure friction and loading duration effects, he provided critical insights into the mechanical environment of both healthy and deteriorating joints. His innovative application of robotics also extended to controlling the mechanical environment around experimentally fractured bone, showcasing his broad impact on orthopaedic research and rehabilitation science.
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- 4Use of robotics technology to measure friction in animal joints16 citations · 1996
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