The human body is made up of four types of tissues. Connective tissue is one of them and includes blood, bones, cartilage and lymphatic tissue. Among these connective tissues, cartilage provides flexibility and elasticity to the body. In the neonatal stage, almost all of the connective tissue that becomes bone will be cartilage. Later in life, these cartilages calcify and form bones. There are three types of cartilage: elastic cartilage, hyaline cartilage and fibrous cartilage. Elastic cartilages provide flexibility and elasticity. They are mainly located in the external ear, larynx and epiglottis. Hyaline cartilage gives a translucent and vitreous appearance as its name suggests (Hyaline – vitreous). Hyaline cartilage functions as a support and shock absorber. These hyaline cartilages are mainly located at the ventral end of the ribs, larynx, trachea, bronchi and articular surface of bones. Fibrocartilage offers flexibility and strength. Fibrocartilage is located in the pubic symphysis and intervertebral discs. Although cartilage represents a small portion of body mass, it plays an essential role in locomotion and body stability. Since cartilage is so important, its deterioration can greatly affect body movement. Aging is one of the main causes of cartilage deterioration. As people age, some of their normal cartilage also becomes calcified and stiff, affecting joint flexibility. Not only that, but a decrease in the production of proteins that form these cartilages can also contribute to cartilage breakdown. Sports-related injuries also harm cartilage well-being. Any injury to the knee, arm or spine can damage the cartilage in the surrounding areas. Although aging o...... middle of paper ......stains the artificial cartilage. Before products go to market, tissue engineers must also test for life expectancy, side effects, and any type of substances that might interfere with the composition of the artificial cartilage, such as antibodies. One of the characteristics that differentiates the work of an engineer from a scientist is not only inventing something new, but also making it affordable for people. In this sense, tissue engineers have a duty to make these artificial cartilages affordable for people. This may take time, as they need to make this possible and then move to an affordable price. Although there are many problems with the production of artificial cartilage, like all the scientific triumphs we have achieved, artificial cartilage may be a possible, reliable and affordable solution to the problem before us...