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Topics: Enameling , Human teeth , Stress , Compression , Vickers hardness testing , Biological tissues , Brittleness , Composite materials , Diamonds , Elastic moduli

Charge Distribution and Surface Properties of the Tobacco Mosaic Virus 4-nm Central-Pore

Nikolay I. Rodionov, Shalabh C. Maroo

IMECE 2012; 15-20doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87098

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Topics: Atoms , Coulomb's law , Electric potential , Engineering systems and industry applications , Filtration , Manufacturing , Structural stability , Surface properties , Temperature , Water

Fin Drive Propulsion

Saethor Asgeirsson, Runar Unnthorsson

IMECE 2012; 21-27doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89606

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Topics: Propulsion , Computer simulation , Arctic region , Atlantic Ocean , Fourier series , Matlab , Tunnels

Experimental Study of Enhancement and Quenching of Plasmon-Controlled Fluorescence Using Quantum Dot–Plasmonic Nanoparticle Mixtures in Aqueous Medium

Nola Palombo, Timothy Walsh, Jungchul Lee, Keunhan Park

IMECE 2012; 29-33doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89642

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Topics: Fluorescence , Nanoparticles , Plasmons (Physics) , Quantum dots , Quenching (Metalworking) , Emissions , Wavelength , Excitation , Silver , Water

Applying Designer Feedback to Generate Requirements for an Intuitive Biologically Inspired Design Tool

Ryan Arlitt, Bryan M. O’Halloran, Jennifer Novak, Robert B. Stone, Irem Y. Tumer

IMECE 2012; 35-44doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89657

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Topics: Design , Feedback , Students , Biomimetics , Databases , Engineering design processes , Performance , Undergraduate students

Clinical Applications of Bioengineering

Holographic Microwave Imaging Array for Early Breast Cancer Detection

Lulu Wang, Ray Simpkin, A. M. Al-Jumaily

IMECE 2012; 45-51doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85910

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Topics: Cancer , Imaging , Microwaves

Neck Pain Participant’s Perception of Traction Forces During Chiropractic Manual Cervical Distraction

M. Ram Gudavalli, Charles N. R. Henderson, Robert Vining, Lynne Carber, Avinash G. Patwardhan, Christine Goertz

IMECE 2012; 53-54doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85971

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Topics: Traction , Sensors , Statistics , Switches

Eddy Current Measurement for Characterizing Soft Tissues

Emily K. Sequin, Joseph West, Vish V. Subramaniam

IMECE 2012; 55-62doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86180

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Topics: Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Soft tissues , Muscle , Biological tissues , Electrical conductivity , Sensors , Thermal conductivity , Signals , Cancer , Diseases

Benefic Effect of Conservative Treatments on Patients Diagnosed With Osteoporosis

Petru A. Pop, Liviu Lazar, Florin M. Marcu

IMECE 2012; 63-69doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86748

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Topics: Bone , Density , Minerals , Osteoporosis , Patient treatment

Investigating a Framework for Modeling and Analysis for Wound Progression

Jessica Chin, Abe Zeid, Sagar Kamarthi

IMECE 2012; 71-77doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86856

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Topics: Modeling

Application of Pulse Wave Analysis in a Personal Health Monitoring Device

Len Malinin, Valery Naumov

IMECE 2012; 79-81doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87033

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Topics: Waves

A Flat-Panel Ultrasound Robot to Align an Abdominal Ultrasound Probe During Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy

Jan D. J. Gumprecht, Florian B. Geiger, Tim C. Lueth, Jens-Uwe Stolzenburg

IMECE 2012; 83-92doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87280

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Topics: Probes , Robots , Ultrasound , Tumors , Degrees of freedom , Imaging , Kidney , Kinematics , Resolution (Optics)

Application of Tornado-Flow Fundamental Hydrodynamic Theory to the Study of Blood Flow in the Heart and Main Vessels: Design of New Implantable and Accessory Devices for Cardiovascular Surgery

Leo A. Bockeria, Gennady I. Kiknadze, Andrei V. Agafonov, Ivan A. Gachechiladze, Alexander Y. Gorodkov

IMECE 2012; 93-98doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87403

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Topics: Blood flow , Cardiovascular system , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Surgery , Vessels , Swirling flow , Prostheses , Modeling , Blood

Wireless Multi-Sensor Integration for ACL Rehabilitation Using Biofeedback Mechanism

S. M. N. Arosha Senanayake, Owais Ahmed Malik, Mohammad Iskandar

IMECE 2012; 99-108doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87809

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Sensors , Signals , Kinematics , Algorithms , Decision making , Fuzzy logic , Maintenance , Orthopedics , Sports

Tracking Translations in the Human Hip

Sima Zakani, Erin J. Smith, Manuela Kunz, Gavin C. A. Wood, John Rudan, Randy E. Ellis

IMECE 2012; 109-115doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87882

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Topics: Kinematics , Navigation , Soft tissues , Surgery

A Novel Compliant Fixation Plate for Bone Fractures

Kwangwon Kim, Jaehyung Ju, Doo-Man Kim

IMECE 2012; 117-125doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88084

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Topics: Bending (Stress) , Bone fractures , Compliant mechanisms , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Bone , Compression , Stiffness , Stress , Elongation

Curvature Effect Quantificaiton for In-Vivo IR Thermography

Tze-Yuan Cheng, Daxiang Deng, Cila Herman

IMECE 2012; 127-133doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88105

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Topics: Biomedicine , Thermography

Thermal Analysis of Cancerous Breast Model

Arjun Chanmugam, Rajeev Hatwar, Cila Herman

IMECE 2012; 135-143doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88244

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Topics: Thermal analysis , Temperature , Cancer , Cooling , Temperature distribution , Thermography , Biological tissues , Blood , Heat , Skin

Toward Clinically Applicable Steady-Hand Eye Robot for Vitreoretinal Surgery

Xingchi He, Daniel Roppenecker, Dominikus Gierlach, Marcin Balicki, Kevin Olds, Peter Gehlbach, James Handa, Russell Taylor, Iulian Iordachita

IMECE 2012; 145-153doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88384

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Topics: Robots , Surgery , Surgical tools , Biological tissues , Design , Fatigue , Feedback , Micromanipulation , Physiology , Safety

Evaluation, Optimization, and Verification of the Wrist Mechanism of a New Cooperatively Controlled Bimanual ENT Microsurgery Robot

Chao He, Kevin Olds, Lee M. Akst, Masaru Ishii, Wade W. Chien, Iulian Iordachita, Russell Taylor

IMECE 2012; 155-164doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88460

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Topics: Optimization , Robots , Design , Surgery , Kinematics , Stiffness , Collisions (Physics) , Ear , Engineering prototypes , Parallel mechanisms

Development of Test Protocol to Analyze Low Back Motion

Varun Soman, Maruti Ram Gudavalli, P. K. Raju, Dan Marghitu

IMECE 2012; 165-166doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88980

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Topics: Cycles , Dimensions , Entropy , Rotation , Stability , Stress

The Effect of Cement Viscosity in Total Knee Arthroplasty

Kevin Abbruzzese, Richard O’Laughlin, Daniel Lee, D. Gordon Allan, Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2012; 167-173doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89094

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Cements (Adhesives) , Knee , Viscosity , Bone , Failure , Mechanical testing

Effects of the Extent of Coil Embolization on Flow Stagnation in Cerebral Aneurysms

Tomohiro Otani, Masanori Nakamura, Toshiyuki Fujinaka, Masayuki Hirata, Junko Kuroda, Katsuhiko Shibano, Shigeo Wada

IMECE 2012; 175-176doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89174

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Topics: Aneurysms , Flow (Dynamics) , Blood flow , Engineering simulation , Hemodynamics , Modeling , Porous materials , Simulation

Does the Curved Nature of the Tibia Influence the Non-Contact ACL Injury?

Ariful I. Bhuiyan, Javad Hashemi, James R. Slauterbeck

IMECE 2012; 177-181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89422

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Wounds , Risk , Computer programming , Geometry , Magnetic resonance , Matlab

Design and Development of Mechanically Actuated Wheelchair Convertible to Bed

Naman S. Kothari, Mayank R. Porwal, Mayur O. Kacholiya

IMECE 2012; 183-191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93368

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Topics: Design , Wheelchairs

Computational Modeling and Device Design

Force Controlled Manipulation of Biological Cells Using a Monolithic MEMS Based Nano-Micro Gripper

Ali A. Abbasi, M. T. Ahmadian

IMECE 2012; 193-201doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85019

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Topics: Biological cells , Grippers , Microelectromechanical systems , Control equipment , Actuators , Computer software , Dimensions , DNA , Force control , Force sensors

A Concentrator of E. coli in Water Flow

Mohammed S. Mayeed, Golam M. Newaz

IMECE 2012; 203-206doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85457

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Bacteria , Particulate matter , Design , Biosensors , Acoustics , Bearings , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics

KrioBlast^TM: A Hyper-Fast Cooling and Thawing Scalable Device for Vitrification of Stem and Other Cells in Large Volumes

Vladimir F. Bolyukh, Igor I. Katkov, Vsevolod Katkov, Ilya Yakhnenko

IMECE 2012; 207-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85468

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Topics: Cooling , Cryonics , Thawing , Vitrification

ComfortFreezer™: A Benchtop LN₂–Free Programmable Freezer for Cryopreservation of Adherent Cells in Multi-Well Plates for Cell-Based High Content Screening

Matthew D. Bockman, Igor I. Katkov, Stephen B. Jones, Vsevolod Katkov, Ilya Yakhnenko

IMECE 2012; 219-226doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85469

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Topics: Cryonics , Plates (structures) , Stem cells

The Effect of Rate Dependency on the ACL Failure Locus: A Subject Specific Study

A. Orsi, A. Vaziri, P. K. Canavan, H. N. Hashemi

IMECE 2012; 227-228doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86132

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Failure , Wounds , Cartilage , Osteoarthritis , Sports

Computational Modeling of a Novel Mitral Valve Stent

Gideon Praveen Kumar, Cui Fangsen, Asawinee Danpinid, Chan Zhi Wei, Su Boyang, Leo Hwa Liang, Jimmy Kim Fatt Hon

IMECE 2012; 229-231doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86216

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Topics: Computer simulation , Stents , Valves , Leakage , Design , Surgery , Anchorage , Biomedicine , Cardiovascular system , Engineers

Bioadditive Manufacturing of Hybrid Tissue Scaffolds for Controlled Release Kinetics

Ibrahim T. Ozbolat, A. K. M. B. Khoda, Bahattin Koc

IMECE 2012; 233-237doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86218

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Topics: Manufacturing , Tissue scaffolds , Biological tissues , Proteins , Fluids , Manufacturing systems , Nozzles , Porosity , Pressure , Synchronization

Application of Fusion Algorithm to Human Lung Dynamics

Behnaz Seyfi, Anand P. Santhanam, Olusegun J. Ilegbusi

IMECE 2012; 239-245doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86407

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Topics: Algorithms , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Lung , Computational fluid dynamics , Deformation , Flow (Dynamics) , Radiation therapy , Simulation , Air flow , Biological tissues

Numerical Simulation of Nanopulse Penetration of Biological Matters Using the ADI-FDTD Method

Fei Zhu, Weizhong Dai

IMECE 2012; 247-258doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86574

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Topics: Computer simulation , Finite difference time-domain analysis , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Electromagnetic fields , Stability

Experimental and Numerical Analysis of Ocular Tactile Tonometry

Eniko T. Enikov, Marcel Madarász, Péter P. Polyvás

IMECE 2012; 259-267doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86972

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Topics: Numerical analysis , Pressure , Probes , Biological tissues , Outflow , Viscoelasticity

Mechanical Characterization of the Layer-Specific Human Aorta

Shijia Zhao, Linxia Gu, Shengmao Lin

IMECE 2012; 269-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87083

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Topics: Aorta , Biological tissues , Valves , Anisotropy , Mechanical behavior , Physiology , Stiffness , Testing

3-D Multibody Modeling of a Flexible Surgical Instrument Inside an Endoscope

J. P. Khatait, D. M. Brouwer, J. P. Meijaard, R. G. K. M. Aarts, J. L. Herder

IMECE 2012; 271-280doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87578

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Topics: Endoscopes , Modeling , Surgical tools , Instrumentation , Simulation , Three-dimensional models , Friction , Surgery , Clearances (Engineering) , Damping

Evaluation of Ligamentous Stresses in the Lower Leg Subjected to Shear, Rotation and Kick Out Commonly Seen in Dynamic Athletic Maneuvers

Aditya Belwadi, Suresh Mahi, King H. Yang, Tim Darling, Bob Burt

IMECE 2012; 281-301doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87641

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Topics: Rotation , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Knee , Wounds , Sports , Bone , Boundary-value problems , Design , Finite element analysis

Modeling of Nano-Particle Reinforced Resin-Based Dental Composites

Yi Hua, Linxia Gu

IMECE 2012; 303-304doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87994

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Topics: Composite materials , Modeling , Nanoparticles , Resins , Damage , Finite element analysis , Materials properties , Simulation , Yield strength , Young's modulus

Risk of Clavicle Fracture Following Coracoclavicular Ligament Reconstruction for High Grade Acromioclavicular Joint Dislocations

Peter A. Gustafson, Mark Omwansa, Andrew G. Geeslin, Vani J. Sabesan

IMECE 2012; 305-315doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88109

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Topics: Dislocations , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Risk , Tunnels , Cantilevers , Finite element model , Wounds

The Effect of Subtalar Arthrodesis Alignment on Ankle Biomechanics

James R. Jastifer, Peter A. Gustafson, Robert R. Gorman

IMECE 2012; 317-323doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88198

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Topics: Biomechanics , Muscle , Fibers , Performance , Physiology

Modeling Flow Recirculation Inside a Holding Chamber

Ricardo F. Oliveira, José Carlos Teixeira, Helena Maria Cabral Marques, Senhorinha Teixeira

IMECE 2012; 325-331doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88242

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Construction , Design , Dimensions , Drug delivery systems , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Modeling , Particulate matter

Stress Analysis of Peripheral Stents Using Photogrammetric Deformation Tracking

Ilya V. Avdeev, Mir Z. Shams, Andrew L. Hastert

IMECE 2012; 333-340doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88264

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Topics: Deformation , Stents , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Finite element analysis , Stress , Boundary-value problems , Design , Algorithms , Atherosclerosis , Biomedical imaging

Simulation Based Optimization of Microfluidic Devices Used for Molecular Enrichment

Hui Xia, Bobby Mathew, Hisham Hegab, June Feng

IMECE 2012; 341-349doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88324

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Topics: Microfluidics , Optimization , Simulation , Design , Mass transfer , Microscale devices , Pressure drop , Absorption , Biomedicine , Chemical reactions

Design and Rapid Fabrication of Customised Ear Prosthesis: A Case Study in Biomedical Engineering

Hugo I. Medellín Castillo, Verónica Méndez Ruiz

IMECE 2012; 351-358doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88421

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Topics: Biomedical engineering , Computer-aided design , Design , Ear , Manufacturing , Prostheses , Rapid prototyping , Reverse engineering

Reconstruction and Analysis of Human Walking Patterns Using a Computer 3D Vision System

Juan C. Arellano-González, Hugo I. Medellín-Castillo, J. Antonio Cárdenas-Galindo

IMECE 2012; 359-369doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88513

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Topics: Computers , Design , Prostheses , Biomedical engineering , Stress , Biomedicine , Gait analysis , Humanoid robots , Orthopedics , Patient diagnosis

A Thermoresponsive Hydrogel Based Controlled Drug Delivery Device

Letia Blanco, Panos S. Shiakolas, Pranesh B. Aswath, Christopher B. Alberts, Chris Grace, Kyle Godfrey, Drew Patin

IMECE 2012; 371-378doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88564

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Topics: Drug delivery systems , Hydrogels , Drugs , Proteins , Temperature , Control systems , Cooling , Design , Finite element analysis , Heating

On the Design of a Biodegradable POC-HA Polymeric Cardiovascular Stent

Joonas Ponkala, Mohsin Rizwan, Panos S. Shiakolas

IMECE 2012; 379-386doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88703

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Topics: Biodegradation , Cardiovascular system , Design , Stents , Biocompatibility , Finite element analysis , Materials properties , Drugs , Lasers , Machining

Nonlinear FEA Simulation of Thorax Dynamic Response Under Blast Load

Yahia M. Al-Smadi, Nedal Sumrein, Omar Awad, Oruba Rabie

IMECE 2012; 387-391doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88748

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Topics: Blast effect , Dynamic response , Finite element analysis , Simulation , Wounds , Collapse , Computer software , Finite element model , Modeling , Testing

Nonlinear FEA Simulation of Thorax Considering Transient CPR Forces and Sternotomy

Omar Awad, Mohamed Harfoush, Yahia M. Al-Smadi

IMECE 2012; 393-395doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88804

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Stainless steel , Surgery

Mechanical Wheelchair Propulsion System for Patients With Arthrogryposis

Allison N. Garza, Joseph L. Song, Gloria R. Gogola, Ann Saterbak, Matthew A. Wettergreen, Brent C. Houchens

IMECE 2012; 397-402doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88987

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Topics: Propulsion systems , Wheelchairs , Design , Mechanical admittance , Propulsion , Stiffness , Wheels

Custom 1-D CFD Numeric Model of Single-Cell Scale Sample Holder for Scanning Thermal Analysis

Logan M. Compton, James L. Armes, Gary L. Solbrekken

IMECE 2012; 403-412doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89615

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Thermal analysis , Cooling , Electric current , Heat capacity , Latent heat , Absorption , Biological tissues , Bridges (Structures) , Calorimetry

Dynamics and Control in Biomechanical Systems

Biomechanics of Regular and Lateral Stair Climbing

S. F. Almashqbeh

IMECE 2012; 413-422doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85503

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Topics: Biomechanics , Stairs , Kinematics , Plates (structures)

The Joint Biomechanics Change by Different Anterior Cruciate Ligament Constitutive Models Under Axial Torque Load

Chao Wan, Zhixiu Hao, Shizhu Wen

IMECE 2012; 423-428doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85758

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Biomechanics , Constitutive equations , Joint mechanics , Stress , Torque

Sensitivity Analysis of Dynamics System in the Upper Limb Movement Control

Kai Chen, Richard A. Foulds

IMECE 2012; 429-434doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86094

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Sensitivity analysis , Muscle , Delays , Dynamic models , Feedback , Nervous system , Springs

A Subject Specific Kinematic and Kinetic Relationship During a Single-Leg Drop Landing

Chi-Yin Tse, Hamid Nayeb-Hashemi, Ashkan Vaziri, Paul K. Canavan

IMECE 2012; 435-441doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86383

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Topics: Kinematics , Knee , Anterior cruciate ligament , Risk , Rupture , Wounds

Application of DSmT in Facial Expression Recognition

C. M. Zhao, J. Wei, Z. G. Xing, Z. Wei

IMECE 2012; 443-447doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86635

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Topics: Databases , Image processing , Matlab , Uncertainty

Study on the Early Diagnosis of Cancer Inversion Problem Based on the Infrared Thermography

H. Zhou, F. Guo, M. Zhang, J. Wei, Z. Wei

IMECE 2012; 449-453doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86637

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Topics: Cancer , Thermography , Algorithms , Patient diagnosis , Temperature distribution

Influence of Plaque Stiffness on Change of Blood Vessel Geometry Leading Hemodynamical Changes in PVA-H Stenosis Models

Yasutomo Shimizu, Shuya Shida, Kenichi Funamoto, Toshiyuki Hayase, Makoto Ohta

IMECE 2012; 455-460doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87073

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Topics: Blood vessels , Geometry , Hemodynamics , Stiffness , Flow (Dynamics) , Blood flow , Deformation , Hydrostatic pressure , Mechanical properties , Pressure

An Object Transportation System Using Controlled Daphnia Magna

Akitoshi Itoh, Masahiro Kawamata, Tomohiro Hirai

IMECE 2012; 461-465doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87338

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Topics: Transportation systems , Collisions (Physics) , Image processing , Transparency

Rotorcraft Pilot Impedance From Inverse Dynamics-Based Biomechanical Model

Andrea Zanoni, Giuseppe Quaranta, Pierangelo Masarati

IMECE 2012; 467-476doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87533

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Topics: Biomechanics , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Constitutive equations , Muscle , Torque , User interfaces , Vehicles

A Comprehensive Algorithm for the Analysis of ECG Waveforms

Abdul Jaleel Palliyali, Reza Tafreshi, Nasreen Mohsin, Leyla Tafreshi

IMECE 2012; 477-481doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87553

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Topics: Algorithms , Waves , Curve fitting

Experimental Observations on the Central Nervous System’s Governing Strategies on the Arm Reaching With Reduced Mobility

Hyosang Moon, Nina P. Robson, Reza Langari, John J. Buchanan

IMECE 2012; 483-492doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87763

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Topics: Bracing (Construction) , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Geometry , Kinematics , Kinetic energy , Mechanical admittance , Path planning , Redundancy (Engineering) , Shapes

Third-Order Muscle Models: The Role of Oscillatory Behavior in Force Control

Davide Piovesan, Alberto Pierobon, Ferdinando A. Mussa-Ivaldi

IMECE 2012; 493-501doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88081

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Topics: Force control , Muscle , Damping , Tendons , Biomechanics , Differential equations , Oscillations , Stiffness

Inertial Sensor Dynamics, Selection and Applications for Epileptic Seizure Detection

Babak Kamalizonouzi, Samuel F. Asokanthan

IMECE 2012; 503-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88371

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Sensors , Noise (Sound) , Sensor placement , Equations of motion , Optimization , Resolution (Optics) , Biomechanics , Dynamic response , Genetic algorithms

Dynamic Response of Human Legs due to Horizontal Jump

Srikanth Ravuri, Fred Barez, David Wagner, Jim Kao

IMECE 2012; 509-517doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88612

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Topics: Biomechanics , Computer software , Dynamic response , Kinematics , Knee , Plates (structures) , Simulation , Stress , Wounds

FEA Analysis of a Portable Knee Rehabilitation Device Using Mechanical Loading

Daric Fitzwater, Andrew Rophie, Benjamin Schroeder, Andrew Dole, Juan Solano, Joshua Keith, Sohel Anwar, Hiroki Yokota, Stanley Chien

IMECE 2012; 519-526doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89192

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Knee , Rehabilitation devices , Bone , Computer software , Computer-aided design , Biomedicine , Bone fractures , Engineers , Finite element methods

Time Optimal Walking of Human With Below Knee Prosthesis

Tara Farizeh, Mohammad Jafar Sadigh

IMECE 2012; 527-535doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89680

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Topics: Equations of motion , Kinematics , Knee joint prostheses , Path planning , Prostheses , Stability , Torque

Innovations in Processing, Characterization and Applications of Bioengineered Materials

Prediction of Reaction Force on External Indenter in Cell Injection Experiment Using Support Vector Machine Technique

Ali A. Abbasi, M. T. Ahmadian

IMECE 2012; 537-543doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85026

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Topics: Support vector machines , Errors , Biological cells , Biomaterials , Calibration , Haptics , Medical simulators , Soft tissues , Virtual reality

Whole Cell Mechanical Property Characterization Based on Mechanical Properties of Its Cytoplasm and Bio Membrane

Ali A. Abbasi, M. T. Ahmadian

IMECE 2012; 545-551doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85027

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Topics: Biomembranes , Mechanical properties , Finite element analysis , Optimization algorithms , Biological cells , Elasticity , Materials properties , Modeling , Simulation

Characterization of Printable Micro-Fluidic Channels for Organ Printing

Yahui Zhang, Howard Chen, Ibrahim T. Ozbolat

IMECE 2012; 553-558doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85622

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Topics: Bioprinting , Microfluidics , Biological tissues , Fluids , Manufacturing , Oxygen , Tissue scaffolds , Blood , Computers , Hydrogels

Effect of the Stretch Rate During Uniaxial Testing on the Mechanical Properties of Prolene®

T. M. Bazi, A. H. Ammouri, R. F. Hamade

IMECE 2012; 559-563doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86022

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Testing , Peak load , Stiffness , Displacement , Tensile testing , Biomedicine , Damage , Elongation , Machinery

Steady-State Analysis for Oxygen Diffusion in Infarcted Myocardial Tissue

Bo Wang, Xiaolin Chen

IMECE 2012; 565-570doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86420

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Topics: Biological tissues , Diffusion (Physics) , Oxygen , Steady state , Vessels , Algorithms , Blood , Boundary element methods , Diffusion processes , Fibers

Modeling of Multifunctional Porous Tissue Scaffolds With Continuous Deposition Path Plan

A. K. M. B. Khoda, Ibrahim T. Ozbolat, Bahattin Koc

IMECE 2012; 571-577doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86926

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Topics: Modeling , Porosity , Tissue scaffolds , Additive manufacturing , Design , Extruding , Manufacturing , Stereolithography

Functionally Heterogeneous Porous Scaffold Design for Tissue Engineering

A. K. M. B. Khoda, Bahattin Koc

IMECE 2012; 579-585doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86927

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Topics: Design , Porosity , Tissue engineering , Biological tissues , Biomimetics , Geometry , Tissue scaffolds , Biomaterials , Errors , Manufacturing

Elastic Property Monitoring by Radiation Force Impulse and Phase Contrast Imaging

Nahshon K. Bawolin, Daniel X. B. Chen

IMECE 2012; 587-593doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86952

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Topics: Imaging , Impulse (Physics) , Radiation (Physics) , Biological tissues , Ultrasound , Deformation , Mechanical properties , Acoustics , Deflection , Equations

Structural Micro Processing of Haversian Systems of a Cortical Bovine Femur Using Optical Stereomicroscope and MATLAB

Ilige S. Hage, Ramsey F. Hamade

IMECE 2012; 595-601doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87423

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Topics: Matlab , Bone , Computer software , Image processing , Optical microscopes , Biological cells , Biomedicine , Canals , Composite materials , Diseases

Reverse Engineering the Structure and Function of the Allegheny Mound Ant Neck (Insecta, Hymenoptera, Formica, Exsectoides)

Vienny N. Nguyen, Blaine W. Lilly, Carlos E. Castro

IMECE 2012; 603-605doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87567

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Topics: Biomaterials , Biomechanics , Computer simulation , Computerized tomography , Design engineering , Exoskeleton devices , Imaging , Mechanical testing , Reverse engineering , Scanning electron microscopes

The Role of Protein as a Deformation Controller in Cellulose Tissue

Yoko Kato

IMECE 2012; 607-613doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89313

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Topics: Biological tissues , Control equipment , Deformation , Proteins , Enzymes , Composite materials , Design , Electric fields , Fibers , Nervous system

Nanoengineering for Medicine and Biology

The Human Body is a Pressurized Self-Assembly Machine

Brenda K. Krkosska Bayles

IMECE 2012; 615-619doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86137

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Topics: Machinery , Self-assembly , Blood , Biological tissues , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Pressure , Separation (Technology)

Comparison of Tribological Performances of High Density Polyethylene Enhanced With Carbon Nanofibers

Songbo Xu, Aydar Akchurin, X. W. Tangpong, Tian Liu, Weston Wood, Wei-Hong Zhong

IMECE 2012; 621-628doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86150

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Topics: Carbon , Density , Nanofibers , Tribology , Nanocomposites , Wear , Bearings , Coating processes , Coatings , Friction

Combustion Synthesis and Characterization of Porous NiTi Intermetallic for Structural Application

J. Vanterpool, O. J. Ilegbusi, N. Khatami

IMECE 2012; 629-637doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86348

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Topics: Combustion , Intermetallic compounds , Nickel titanium alloys

Microfabrication of Single-Cell Scale Sample Holder for Scanning Thermal Analysis

Logan M. Compton, James L. Armes, Gary L. Solbrekken

IMECE 2012; 639-648doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86947

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Topics: Microfabrication , Thermal analysis , Cooling , Cryonics , Biological tissues , Calorimetry , Computer software , Heat capacity , Heating , Latent heat

Actuation of Carbon Nanofiber Reinforced Electro-Active Paper Actuators

Nargis A. Chowdhury, Ahmed A.-Jumaily, Maximiano V. Ramos, Afsar Uddin, John Robertson

IMECE 2012; 649-650doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87159

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Topics: Actuators , Carbon , Nanofibers , Electrodes , Nanocomposites , Casting , Displacement , Electrolytes , Glass , Manufacturing

Effect of Controlled Rate Freezing on the Microstructural Properties of Poly (L-lactic Acid) Scaffolds

Harish Chinnasami, George Idicula, Daniel Hayes, Ram Devireddy

IMECE 2012; 651-656doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87558

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Topics: Borosilicate glasses , Cooling , Freezing , Heat resistant glass , Mechanical properties , Phase separation , Scanning electron microscopy , Testing

Electrospun Fibers Incorporated With Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles and Graphene Nanoflakes for Bone Scaffolding

A. Jabbarnia, V. R. Patlolla, H. E. Misak, R. Asmatulu

IMECE 2012; 657-661doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-93470

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Topics: Bone , Fibers , Graphene , Nanoparticles , Sol-gel processing

Posters

Analysis of Knob Traces Based on Changes in Armrest’s Length and Central Axis Location of Grahamizer

Jong Hyun Kim, Keyoung Jin Chun, Jae Soo Hong, Chang Won Kim, Jung Hwa Hong

IMECE 2012; 663-667doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87258

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Topics: Design , Diseases , Rotation , Stability

Kinematic Analysis of Elbow and Scapula Based on Changes in Arm Support Length and Central Axis Location Through Rotational Motion of Upper Limb

Jae Soo Hong, Keyoung Jin Chun, Jong Hyun Kim, Jung Hwa Hong

IMECE 2012; 669-674doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87273

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Rotation , Cycles , Design , Patient rehabilitation , Diseases , Kinematics

Ultrasound Hyperthermia: Dose Estimation and Device Design

Danica Gordon, Chandrasekhar Thamire

IMECE 2012; 675-679doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87790

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Topics: Design , Ultrasound , Cancer , Damage , Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Biological tissues , Heat , Patient treatment , Temperature

Transport Phenomena in Biomedical Applications

Neurodynamical Control of the Heart of Freely Moving Animals Including Humans

Toru Yazawa, Yukio Shimoda, Satoru Shimizu, Tomoo Katsuyama

IMECE 2012; 681-689doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85872

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Topics: Brain , Cardiovascular system , Control systems , Diseases , Equilibrium (Physics) , Oxygen , Physiology , Time series

Poly-Disperse Droplet Evaporation Model

M. D. Protheroe, A. M. Al-Jumaily, R. J. Nates

IMECE 2012; 691-694doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86192

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Topics: Drops , Evaporation , Temperature , Boundary-value problems , Diffusion (Physics) , Fluids , Heat conduction , Heat transfer , Water

Effects of High Shear Rate on Thrombus Formation Rate on Pipe Orifice Flows Using Laser Sheet Method and the Prediction of Thrombus Formation Rate by CFD

Masaaki Tamagawa

IMECE 2012; 695-697doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86806

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Lasers , Pipes , Shear rate , Thrombosis , Visualization , Blood , Plasmas (Ionized gases) , Shear stress

Transport and Deposition of Ellipsoidal Fibers in Subject-Specific Lung Airways

Yu Feng, Clement Kleinstreuer

IMECE 2012; 699-700doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87032

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Topics: Fibers , Lung , Particulate matter , Nanoparticles , Air flow , Blood , Cancer , Composite materials , Computer simulation , Drugs

A Simplified Model of Laser Hyperthermia of Superficial Tumors Including Variation of Human Tissue Optical Properties With Thermal Damage

Anne Quist, Victoria Timchenko, Leonid A. Dombrovsky

IMECE 2012; 701-709doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87034

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Topics: Biological tissues , Damage , Lasers , Tumors , Radiative heat transfer , Blood , Absorption , Cancer , Errors , Feedback

Nanoscale Fluid-Structure Interactions in Cytoplasm During Freezing

Altug Ozcelikkale, Bumsoo Han

IMECE 2012; 711-716doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88161

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Topics: Fluid structure interaction , Freezing , Nanoscale phenomena , Space , Cryobiology

Heat Transfer Model and Quantitative Analysis of Deep Tissue Injury

Arjun Chanmugam, Akanksha Bhargava, Cila Herman

IMECE 2012; 717-723doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88405

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Topics: Biological tissues , Heat transfer , Wounds , Skin , Temperature , Computer software , Finite element analysis , Temperature distribution , Thermography

Cyclic Breathing Simulations in Large Scale Models of the Lung Airway From the Oronasal Opening to the Terminal Bronchioles

D. Keith Walters, Greg W. Burgreen, Robert L. Hester, David S. Thompson, David M. Lavallee, William A. Pruett, Jason Ford-Green

IMECE 2012; 725-733doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88901

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Topics: Lung , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Geometry , Pressure , Boundary-value problems , Modeling , Steady state , Computer software

Relaxation Time Effect on the Human Head Using the Thermal Wave Model

Toni K. Tullius, Yildiz Bayazitoglu

IMECE 2012; 735-742doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89980

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Topics: Relaxation (Physics) , Waves , Biological tissues , Brain , Heat , Bioheat transfer , Electronics , Skin , Bone , Chemical reactions

Trauma Analysis

Experimental and Numerical Study of Soft Tissue Surrogate Behavior Under Ballistic Loading

Ericka K. Amborn, Karim H. Muci-Küchler, Brandon J. Hinz

IMECE 2012; 743-752doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85724

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Topics: Constitutive equations , Soft tissues

The Effect of the Sulcus Morphology on the Transduction of Impacts to the Brain

Parisa Saboori, Ali Sadegh

IMECE 2012; 753-757doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-86689

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Topics: Brain , Modeling , Traumatic brain injury , Membranes , Risk , Shear (Mechanics) , Stress , Wounds

Comparison of Numerical and Experimental Results of Small Scale Compressed Gas Blast Experiments Involving a Surrogate Head Form

Matthew V. Grimm, Karim H. Muci-Küchler, Brandon J. Hinz, Shawn M. Walsh

IMECE 2012; 759-770doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87663

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Topics: Computer simulation , Design , Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Explosives , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators , High pressure (Physics) , Impulse (Physics) , Pressure

Study of Air Flow Into Ballistic Wounds Using Flow Visualization Experiments and Numerical Simulations

Brandon J. Hinz, Karim H. Muci-Küchler

IMECE 2012; 771-778doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88106

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Topics: Air flow , Cavities , Computer simulation , Contamination , Flow visualization , Gelatin , Wounds

Shear Wave Propagation of the Ferret Brain at Multiple Frequencies In Vivo

Yuan Feng, Yulin Chang, Erik H. Clayton, Ruth J. Okamoto, Philip V. Bayly

IMECE 2012; 779-785doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88374

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Topics: Brain , Shear waves , Biological tissues , Computer simulation , Elastography , Magnetic resonance , Mechanical properties , Modeling , Storage , Traumatic brain injury

Identification of a Transversely Isotropic Material Model for White Matter in the Brain

Yuan Feng, Ruth J. Okamoto, Ravi Namani, Guy M. Genin, Philip V. Bayly

IMECE 2012; 787-794doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88610

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Topics: Brain , Anisotropy , Biological tissues , Fibers , Traumatic brain injury , Engineering simulation , Simulation

Biomechanical Assessment of the Bridging Vein Rupture of Blast-Induced Traumatic Brain Injury Using the Finite Element Human Head Model

Chenzhi Wang, Jae Bum Pahk, Carey D. Balaban, Joseph Muthu, David A. Vorp, Mark C. Miller, Jeffrey S. Vipperman

IMECE 2012; 795-805doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88739

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Topics: Biomechanics , Finite element analysis , Rupture , Traumatic brain injury , Shock waves , Biological tissues , Blood vessels , Brain , Magnetic resonance imaging , Anisotropy

Blast Event Recognition Method for Multisensor Data

Mark Rapo, Chong Whang, Philemon Chan

IMECE 2012; 807-819doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88936

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Topics: Algorithms , Biomedicine , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Inverse problems , Performance , Pressure , Pressure sensors , Reflection , Sensors

An Enhanced Articulated Human Body Model Under C4 Blast Loadings

X. G. Tan, R. Kannan, Andrzej J. Przekwas, Kyle Ott, Tim Harrigan, Jack Roberts, Andrew Merkle

IMECE 2012; 821-828doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89067

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Topics: Anatomy , Computational fluid dynamics , Damping , Elastic constants , Explosions , Human dynamics , Kinematics , Physiology , Pressure , Resolution (Optics)

A Comparative Study of the Human Body Finite Element Model Under Blast Loadings

X. G. Tan, R. Kannan, Andrzej J. Przekwas

IMECE 2012; 829-836doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89072

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Topics: Finite element model , Biomechanics , Brain , Engineering simulation , Geometry , Materials properties , Simulation , Cavities , Dynamic response , Explosions

Influence of Projectile Momentum and Kinetic Energy on Bacterial Distribution in an Extremity Surrogate “Wound Track”

Meaghen A. Krebsbach, Karim H. Muci-Küchler, Brandon J. Hinz

IMECE 2012; 837-845doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89142

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Topics: Contamination , Kinetic energy , Momentum , Projectiles

Pseudo 3D RVE Based Finite Element Simulation on White Matter

Yi Pan, Vivak Patel, Assimina A. Pelegri, David I. Shreiber

IMECE 2012; 847-850doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89808

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Simulation , Biological tissues , Wounds , Brain , Kinematics , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Injury mechanisms , Materials properties

Vibration and Acoustics in Biomedical Applications

Vibration Analysis and Measurement in the Below Knee Prosthetic Limb: Part I — Experimental Work

Bashar A. Bedaiwi, Jumaa S. Chiad

IMECE 2012; 851-858doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85811

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Topics: Artificial limbs , Knee , Vibration analysis

A Fluid-Structure Interaction Model of Atherosclerosis at Abdominal Aorta

M. A. Al-Rawi, A. M. Al-Jumaily, J. Lu, A. Lowe

IMECE 2012; 859-863doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85912

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Topics: Aorta , Atherosclerosis , Fluid structure interaction , Diseases , Waves , Cardiovascular system , Computational fluid dynamics , Stress , Blood flow , Catheters

New Blood Pressure Measurement Method Using Waveform Features

H. Lan, A. M. Al-Jumaily

IMECE 2012; 865-867doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87063

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Topics: Blood pressure measurement , Blood , Strain sensors , Deformation , Oscillations , Pressure , Skin

Chest Response to Vibratory Excitation: Advances Beyond Percussion

Ying Peng, Zoujun Dai, Thomas J. Royston, Hansen A. Mansy, Richard H. Sandler

IMECE 2012; 869-876doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87068

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Topics: Excitation , Acoustics , Finite element model , Lasers , Simulation models , Soft tissues

Friction-Induced Squeak of Ceramic-on-Ceramic Hip Implants: A Stability Design Criteria

Mark Sidebottom, Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2012; 877-881doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87119

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Topics: Ceramics , Design , Friction , Hip joint prostheses , Stability , Shells , Acoustics , Stiffness , Limit cycles , Mathematical analysis

Modeling and Impact Analysis of Football Helmets: Toward Mitigating mTBI

Peyman Honarmandi, Ali M. Sadegh

IMECE 2012; 883-891doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87173

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Topics: Modeling , Biomechanics , Brain , Compression , Design , Mechanical properties , Risk , Sports , Stress , Wounds

Combined Effect of Isoproterenol and Mechanical Oscillation on the Contractile Response of Mice Airway Smooth Muscle From Healthy and Asthmatic Subjects

M. J. Jo-Avila, A. M. Al-Jumaily, J. Lu, L. Sobrevia

IMECE 2012; 893-895doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88123

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Topics: Muscle , Oscillations , Relaxation (Physics)

Nonlinear FEA Simulation of Thorax Considering Transient CPR and Lateral Forces

Omar Awad, Yahia M. Al-Smadi

IMECE 2012; 897-900doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-88789

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Topics: Biomechanics , Boundary-value problems , Deformation , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Shock (Mechanics) , Simulation , Skin , Stress , Transients (Dynamics)

Role of Plaque Morphology in Altering the Flow Characteristics in Diseased Coronary Artery

Carlos Moreno, Kiran Bhaganagar

IMECE 2012; 901-908doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89268

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Topics: Coronary arteries , Flow (Dynamics) , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Shear stress , Simulation , Unsteady flow

Modelling and Simulation of the Hand-Arm-System During Impact Influences

Sven Matthiesen, Tobias Schäfer, Sebastian Mangold

IMECE 2012; 909-918doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89467

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Topics: Modeling , Sensors , Simulation , Simulation models

Response of an Osteoblast to Cyclic Strain at Its Focal Adhesions Using Magnetic Micropillars

Toshihiko Shiraishi, Takuya Ohara, Shin Morishita, Ryohei Takeuchi

IMECE 2012; 919-920doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89919

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Topics: Osteoblasts , Columns (Structural) , Adhesion , Biomechanics , Deflection , Deformation , Magnetic fields , Magnetic particles

Viscoelasticity of Biological Tissues and Ultrasound Applications

Hyperelastic and Viscoelastic Properties of Brain Tissue in Tension

Badar Rashid, Michel Destrade, Michael D. Gilchrist

IMECE 2012; 921-929doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-85675

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Topics: Biological tissues , Brain , Tension , Viscoelasticity , Wounds , Relaxation (Physics) , Stress , Compression , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation

Structural and Mechanical Multi-Scale Characterization of White New Zealand Rabbit Achilles Tendon

Cyril J. F. Kahn, Dominique Dumas, Elmira Arab-Tehrany, Vanessa Marie, Nguyen Tran, Xiong Wang, Franck Cleymand

IMECE 2012; 931-933doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87528

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Topics: Multiscale characterization , Tendons , Atomic force microscopy , Biological tissues , Cycles , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Fracture toughness , Machinery , Mechanical properties , Microscopy

Acoustic Radiation Force Creep and Shear Wave Propagation Method for Elasticity Imaging

Carolina Amador, Matthew W. Urban, Shigao Chen, James F. Greenleaf

IMECE 2012; 935-938doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-87622

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Topics: Acoustics , Creep , Elasticity , Imaging , Radiation (Physics) , Shear waves , Biological tissues , Mechanical properties , Relaxation (Physics) , Rheology

A Numerical Model of Mechanics of Osteoarthritis in Human Knee Joint

Yaghoub Dabiri, LePing Li

IMECE 2012; 939-940doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2012-89225

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Topics: Computer simulation , Knee , Osteoarthritis , Biological tissues , Cartilage , Geometry , Contact mechanics , Fibers , Fluid pressure , Fluids