Abstract
This research analyzed on the experimental mechanics target about the form of the stem of an artificial hip joint using 2-dimensionl and 3-dimensional photoelastic method. Comparison examination of total hip replacement and the healthy hip joint was carried out. Knowledge was acquired about the stress distribution or the singular point The form of some kinds of stems was examined. As a result, it is remarkable mat the contact state and stress concentration part with a cup of a stem head change with change of form.
