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R Soc Open Sci November 2015 PMID 26716007

Estimating cranial musculoskeletal constraints in theropod dinosaurs.

Stephan Lautenschlager

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The discussions reflect a strong interest in the technical aspects of jaw mechanics, with examples like mentions of maximum gape angles and bite force calculations, demonstrating thoughtful engagement. The tone references scientific measurements and specific research, emphasizing the significance of the findings in paleontology, which aligns with the positive agreement and moderate impact scores.

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Most discussions seem to agree that the research offers valuable insights into dinosaur jaw mechanics, with references to specific methods and findings supporting this consensus.

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The discussions demonstrate high interest, as users discuss jaw angles, bite forces, and paleontological techniques, indicating engagement with the scientific content.

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Participants show moderate engagement by referencing specific studies, images, and measurements, suggesting some depth but not intense debate or critique.

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The conversations hint at some influence on understanding dinosaur behavior, but the overall impact appears limited to academic and enthusiast communities rather than broad societal change.

Abstract in brief

  • The study uses digital modeling with Blender to estimate the range of jaw movement and muscle function in theropod dinosaurs, comparing them with living archosaurs like alligators and hawks to validate the method.
  • Results show that carnivorous dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex and Allosaurus could open their jaws widely and sustain muscle forces, supporting their carnivorous habits, while herbivorous species like Erlikosaurus were limited to smaller gape angles.
  • The findings enhance understanding of dinosaur feeding behavior and ecology by linking jaw mechanics and muscle capabilities to their dietary niches.]
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#DINOPALEOch アロサウルス上科の中でも、例外的に分厚い歯を持つアロサウルスの頭骨(e.g. Lautenschlager 2015 https://t.co/wsKihWar4E)・噛む力(e.g. Bates and Falkingham 2018 https://t.co/Lw8XzQlTNH)・首の筋肉(e.g. Snively et al. 2013 https://t.co/WSsd8Br83L)についての研究論文です。 https://t.co/f0RW8oOKnU

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#Allosaurus #skull at the awesome @MorrisonMuseum Dr. Lopez for scale (she is a tad back for a larger-than-avg Allosaurus look!) Widemouthed art by Gustavo Monroy https://t.co/oWzZaVgRSW - Lautenschlager 2015 Figs 7,8 #FossilCrates #Dinosaurs #Paleontology #Theropod #Jurassic https://t.co/55js9m91Qx

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#地球ドラマチック #etv #Eテレ アロサウルスやティラノサウルス達の口を開く角度についての研究論文です。 Lautenschlager (2015) https://t.co/wsKihWar4E

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@BSP1912VIII19 2015年のこの研究では、ティラノサウルスは70.5°〜80.0°まで口を開けたとされています。 https://t.co/Ytyk5ytky6 https://t.co/lMYntdBSFS

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Citations: Lautenschlager S (2015) Estimating cranial musculoskeletal constraints in theropod dinosaurs. Royal Society Open Science 2: 150495. https://t.co/KzciyEJi15

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#地球ドラマチック #etv #Eテレ アロサウルスやティラノサウルス達の口を開く角度についての研究論文です。 Lautenschlager (2015) https://t.co/wsKihWar4E

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Citations: Lautenschlager S (2015) Estimating cranial musculoskeletal constraints in theropod dinosaurs. Royal Society Open Science 2: 150495. https://t.co/KzciyEJi15

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