Courses corresponding to the profiles of Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of biomechanical testing techniques for the characterization and analysis of tissues/structures. 2. Apply biomechanical testing methods and medical devices including the use of advanced computer-aided engineering software. 3. Analyze biomechanical systems from both kinematic and dynamic perspectives. 4. Perform CAD/CAE mechanical design of interaction systems with the human body considering musculoskeletal and biomechanical criteria, including finite element simulations.

1. Mechanical testing for the characterization of tissues/structures: quasi-static, dynamic, and relaxation tests. 2. Kinematic testing. 3. Simulation using multibody systems. 4. Electromyography. 5. Advanced techniques for analyzing surface geometry, displacements, and deformations in biological tissues: Digital Image Correlation, Digital Volume Correlation, and optical 3D scanners. 6. Validation of digital twins.

Lectures and exercises will be conducted in class, during which the professor will present the main contents of the course and encourage students participation through the discussion of practical case studies. These sessions will also be supported by experimental testing to enhance understanding of the course topics. In addition, 2 laboratory sessions will be held to apply the testing techniques covered in the course to practical and realistic scenarios. Students will also complete a theoretical-practical project involving experimental techniques for biomechanical assessment, applied to realistic case studies. Via Aula Global, students will be informed of the availability of personalized tutorial sessions, aimed at addressing any questions or doubts related to the course contents.