Mathematical representation and analysis of articular surfaces: application to the functional anatomy and palaeo-anthropology of the ankle joint
Date
1990
Authors
Christie, Peter, Webb
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Abstract
This thesis is a study of quantifiable variation in the geometric shape
of the superior articular surface of the talus of
higher primates, with special reference to fossil tali of Plio-
Pleistocene hominids. (Abbreviation abstract )
Description
A thesis submitted to the Faculty of Science,
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg,
in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
Doctor of Philosophy
Keywords
Physical anthropology -- Mathematical models., Human evolution, Fossil hominids -- Evolution, Human locomotion -- mathematical models, Anklebone -- anatomy