Recognized standard

F3446-20

FDA recognition 11-384 · ASTM · Orthopedic

Key facts

Recognition number 11-384
Designation F3446-20
Title Standard Test Method for Determination of Frictional Torque and Friction Factor for Hip Implants Using an Anatomical Motion Hip Simulator
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Orthopedic
Date of entry Jun 7, 2021
Device classes Class 3, Class 2
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This test procedure provides a method of evaluating the frictional torque and friction factor of artificial hip joint bearings used in Total Hip Replacement systems. The method presented here was based on a published study, first as a conference paper in 2008 (1)2 and then as a peer-reviewed…

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