Targeted computational probabilistic corroboration of experimental knee wear simulator: The importance of accounting for variability

The results reveal a good corroboration for the physical mechanics of the wear test rig; however they demonstrate that the distributions for wear are not currently well-predicted. The probabilistic domain is found to be far more sensitive at distinguishing between different wear theories. As such we recommend that in future, researchers move towards probabilistic studies as a preferred framework for investigations into implant wear.