High-Resolution Strain Measurement for Biomechanical Parameters Assessment in Native and Decellularized Porcine Vessels

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(a) Press setup comprising clips and fasteners for holding the sample attached to several weights and counterweights for controlling the applied load. The data are sent to a computer and processed with MATLAB. (b) Schematic representation of the whole measurement system. The artery suffers an increasing load and the process is registered by a camera. (c) Placement of the sample into the clamps to undertake the uniaxial tensile experiment.

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