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March 16, 2026Open Access

Thermal Alterations of Sharp Force Trauma in Porcine Bone: A Forensic Investigation

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CLC Logan

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Investigative research explores the impact of thermal conditions on sharp force trauma in bone, indicating implications for forensic analyses.

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  • The research aims to enhance forensic interpretations of skeletal remains impacted by fire and sharp force trauma.
  • Used porcine bones as human alternatives for analysis.
  • Subjected specimens to controlled burning at temperatures from 300°C to 900°C.
  • Applied a multi-analytical approach employing ATR-FTIR, XRF, 3D microscopy, and X-ray imaging.
  • Simulated realistic fire scenarios to assess thermal effects on bone samples.
  • Fire-exposed bones absorbed combustion byproducts not found in controls.
  • Trace elements linked to fire sources were detected in thermally altered samples.
  • Thermal exposure increased bone porosity and altered morphology of sharp force marks.
  • 61.7% of cut marks reduced in size or were obscured after thermal exposure.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/69b79da78166e15b153aadcbhttps://doi.org/10.24377/ljmu.t.00028162
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