The Passive Contact Stability of Blue Sheep Hoof Based on Structure, Mechanical Properties, and Surface Morphology

The Passive Contact Stability of Blue Sheep Hoof Based on Structure, Mechanical Properties, and Surface Morphology

As the only component that contacts the ground and rock, the hooves of blue sheep may play a crucial role in their excellent climbing abilities. In this study, we used a combination of techniques, including scanning electron microscopy, infrared spectroscopy and nanoindentation, to characterize the...

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Main Authors: Hailin Kui, Xiangyu Liu, Jing Liu, Wei Liang, Shiwu Zhang, Zhihui Qian, Lei Ren
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2020-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
Subjects:
blue sheep
biological composite
keratin
hoof
contact stability
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fbioe.2020.00363/full

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