The concepts of biomedical engineering principles which are applied to the living systems has unfolded a new era in the diagnosis, treatment planning & rehabilitation of patients. One such aspect of this field is the "Biomechanics" which concerns with the response of biological tissues to the applied loads. It uses the tools and methods of applied engineering mechanics to search for a structure-function relationship in the living system. Advancements in prosthetic implant and instrumentation design have been evolved due to the mechanical design optimization theory and practice. This book...