Ankle / Foot Durability Testing

Durability testing for ankle/foot prostheses involves the application of precise forces and motions in line with ISO 22675 and ISO 10328 procedures and FDA guidelines. Test systems must be able to deliver rocking motions as well as static load tests for the toe and heel in order to accurately duplicate the field performance of these devices and ensure products provide the reliability patients and physicians expect.

 

MTS offers complete solutions for lower limb prosthetics manufacturers. More important, we have the expertise to help you design strength and fatigue tests for product development and quality assurance/quality control, as well as address issues quickly as they emerge. No other provider offers better equipment or more experienced application engineers than MTS. Important capabilities for this application include:

 

• Realistic simulation of synchronized loading (walking) for accurate ISO 22675 test 
   profiles

• Ability to exceed ISO 22675 requirements to deliver P6-P8 loading

• Compact tabletop servohydraulic load frames for accurate, repeatable fatigue life 
   studies

• Durable tilt table engineered to meet the full range of positions and synchronized 
   loading levels

• Digital controls for data acquisition, function generation, limit checking and signal
   conditioning

• Advanced software delivers accurate, consistent ISO 22675 test profiles quickly

• Blocking fixtures for the full range of ISO 22675 test configuration requirements