Elastic properties of the feet of deer (Cervidae) |
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| Authors: | Nicola J. Dimery R. F. Ker R. McN. Alexander |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Pure and Applied Zoology, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT |
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| Abstract: | Dynamic tests have been performed on the feet of deer, and on tendons removed from the feet, to determine their elastic properties. The results have been used to calculate the strain energy stored in each foot while it is on the ground in a fast galloping stride. This is compared with an estimate of the work done by the leg, and the energy-saving rle of tendon elasticity is assessed. |
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