Robert Kent
Papers
8
Total Citations
127
H-Index
7
About
Robert Kent is a leading biomechanics researcher whose work focuses on the intricate mechanical behavior of the knee, particularly in the context of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and reconstruction. His major contributions center on understanding how the ACL, secondary ligaments, and menisci interact to stabilize the knee under various loads. Kent’s research has introduced novel parameters to describe how knee ligaments carry force in situ, predicting interspecimen variations in laxity during simulated clinical exams—a key insight for personalized treatment. His studies have demonstrated that ACL deficiency increases forces on the medial femoral condyle and lateral meniscus under rotatory loads, and that tibiofemoral kinematics during compressive loading differ significantly between ACL-intact and ACL-sectioned knees. With over 125 citations across his most-cited works, Kent’s impact is evident in papers like “Engagement of the Secondary Ligamentous and Meniscal Restraints Relative to the Anterior Cruciate Ligament Predicts Anterior Knee Laxity,” which informs graft failure risk. Notable achievements include his work on the anterolateral ligament’s variable engagement, challenging assumptions in ACL reconstruction adjuncts. Kent’s research is essential reading for clinicians and engineers seeking to improve surgical outcomes and understand knee instability mechanisms.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8