Topics: Tissue engineering , Gelatin , Fibers , Electrospinning , Polymers , Drugs , Hydrophilicity , Mechanical properties , Tissue scaffolds , Biocompatibility

Physical and Mechanical Properties of Poly(E-Caprolactone)–Hydroxyapatite Composites for Bone Tissue Engineering Applications

Linus H. Leung, Amanda DiRosa, Hani E. Naguib

IMECE 2009; 17-23doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11273

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Topics: Bone , Composite materials , Engineering systems and industry applications , Mechanical properties , Biological tissues , Creep , Maintenance , Temperature , Tissue engineering , Viscoelasticity

Effects of Scaffold Design Parameters and Local Environment on Biopolymer Scaffold Degradation

Karen Chang Yan, Christina Roros, Maria Swift, Wei Sun

IMECE 2009; 25-26doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11482

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Topics: Biopolymers , Design , Polymers , Biodegradation , Biological tissues , Erosion , Tissue engineering , Tissue scaffolds

Application Study of Biomechanical Estimator Using Optical Coherence Straingraphy to Atherosclerosis

Yoshitaro Sakata, Souichi Saeki, Takashi Saito, Takafumi Hiro, Masunori Matsuzaki

IMECE 2009; 27-29doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12073

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Biomechanics , Coherence (Optics) , Biological tissues , Deformation , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Imaging

Bioengineering and Medical Applications

A Study of the Forces on the Small Intestine From a Novel Suction Based Approach for Robotic Endoscopic Locomotion

Roberto Montane, Jr., Mihir S. Wagh, Carl D. Crane, III

IMECE 2009; 31-38doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10395

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Topics: Damage , Endoscopes , Endoscopic devices , Robotics , Suction

High Fidelity Computational Approach to Validate Spine Biomechanics Measurements: A Case Study to Correct Scoliosis

B. Addison, N. Sarigul-Klijn, R. Roberto, A. Jamali, M. Thompson

IMECE 2009; 39-48doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10426

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Topics: Scoliosis , Spine mechanics , Biomechanics , Bone , Computation , Finite element analysis , Materials properties , Statistical analysis , Tensile strength

Treatment Solutions of Synovial Joints and Recovery Processes of Patients With Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis

Petru A. Pop, Petru Ungur, Liviu Lazar, Silviu Corbu, Florin M. Marcu

IMECE 2009; 49-58doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10724

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Topics: Knee , Osteoarthritis , Cartilage , Lubrication , Bone , Damping , Elastic moduli , Fluids , Gamma rays , Irradiation (Radiation exposure)

The Application of Vacuum Casting System for Simplifying the Design of Transtibial Sockets

Huai-Sheng Yang, Lai-Shing Shiu, Kuo-Feng Huang, Chieh-Teng Chi, Hao-Chin Chang

IMECE 2009; 59-62doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10835

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Topics: Casting , Design , Vacuum , Computer-aided design , Shapes , Artificial limbs , Machinery , Rapid prototyping , Bearings , Construction

The Gait Analysis and Interface Pressure Measurement Between Stump and Resin-Reinforced Rapid Prototyping Transtibial Socket

Y. T. Chen, H. K. Peng, C. T. Lu, L. H. Hsu, G. F. Huang, H. S. Shih

IMECE 2009; 63-71doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11031

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Topics: Gait analysis , Pressure measurement , Rapid prototyping , Resins

Mechanical Properties of Amorphous Metal Honeycombs for Ballistic Applications

Jay C. Hanan, Balaji Jayakumar, Advait Bhat

IMECE 2009; 73-74doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11413

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Topics: Honeycomb structures , Mechanical properties , Metals , Body armor , Composite materials , Weight (Mass) , Armor , Ceramics , Preferences , Spectra (Spectroscopy)

Effects of Process Parameters on Cell Damage in a 3D Cell Printing Process

Karen Chang Yan, Kamila Paluch, Kalyani Nair, Wei Sun

IMECE 2009; 75-81doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11528

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Topics: Damage , Printing , Pressure , Biological cells , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Nozzles , Shear stress

Viscoelastic Properties of Brain Tissue Under High-Rate Large Deformation

Mehdi Shafieian, Kurosh Darvish

IMECE 2009; 83-85doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11681

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Topics: Biological tissues , Brain , Deformation , Viscoelasticity , Shear (Mechanics) , Modeling

A Modified Method of Arterial Elasticity Index Including Effects of Constraints From Surrounding Tissues

Shinichiro Ota, Toshitaka Yasuda, Takashi Saito, Setsuo Takatani

IMECE 2009; 87-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11784

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Topics: Biological tissues , Elasticity , Accounting , Vessels , Boundary-value problems , Pipes , Pressure , Vibration analysis , Wall thickness

Evaluation of an Instrumented Human Surrogate Torso Model in Open Field Blast Loading

A. C. Merkle, J. C. Roberts, I. D. Wing, A. C. Wickwire

IMECE 2009; 89-90doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11801

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Topics: Accelerometers , Human spine , Pressure , Pressure sensors , Sensors , Shock waves , Soft tissues , Stress , Weight (Mass)

Development of a Human Head Physical Surrogate Model for Investigating Blast Injury

A. C. Merkle, I. D. Wing, R. A. Armiger, B. G. Carkhuff, J. C. Roberts

IMECE 2009; 91-93doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11807

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Topics: Brain , Displacement , Instrumentation , Pressure , Sensors , Shock tubes , Skin , Stress , Wounds

Development of a Human Head-Neck Computational Model for Assessing Blast Injury

J. C. Roberts, E. E. Ward, T. P. Harrigan, T. M. Taylor, M. A. Annett, A. C. Merkle

IMECE 2009; 95-96doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11813

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Brain , Cerebrospinal fluid , Computational fluid dynamics , Deformation , Engineering simulation , Finite element model , Friction , Pressure , Shock tubes

Biomechanical Evaluation of Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplantation to Improve Fascial Repair

Hazel Marie, Diana L. Fagan, Jeremy Heffner

IMECE 2009; 97-100doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12466

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Topics: Biomechanics , Maintenance , Stem cells , Cycles , Surgery

Dynamic Waterbed With Pressure Modulation by Turbulent Jets

Luis A. S. B. Martins, Carlos M. C. Fernandes, Antonio V. A. Nunes, Miguel A. F. Carvalho

IMECE 2009; 101-107doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12919

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Topics: Jets , Pressure , Turbulence , Membranes , Engineering prototypes , Fluids , Orifices , Pumps , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics)

Patient-Specific 3D Finite-Element Analysis of Miniscrew Implants During Orthodontic Treatment

Hussein H. Ammar, Victor H. Mucino, Peter Ngan, Richard J. Crout, Osama M. Mukdadi

IMECE 2009; 109-112doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13068

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Stress , Bone , Computer software , Anchorage , Computerized tomography , Three-dimensional models , Compression , Deflection , Dimensions

Strain-Influenced Degradation of Native Collagenous Tissue in a Very-Low Volume, Environmentally-Controlled Bioreactor

Ramin Zareian, Nima Saeidi, Jeffrey W. Ruberti

IMECE 2009; 113-118doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13084

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Topics: Biological tissues , Bioreactors , Enzymes , Polarization (Electricity) , Polarization (Light) , Polarization (Waves) , Stress , Biomaterials , Fluids , Relaxation (Physics)

A Low-Cost, Two-Axis, Precision Robot for Automated Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization Assays

M. J. Kulik, D. S. Shenoda, C. R. Forest

IMECE 2009; 119-121doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13272

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Topics: Assaying , Fluorescence , Robots , Design , Instrumentation , Manufacturing , Biomass , Chemistry , Error compensation , Errors

Biomedical Heat Transfer and Biomedical Fluid Mechanics

Image-Based Computational Fluid Dynamics in a Carotid Artery

F. Gori, A. Boghi

IMECE 2009; 123-128doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10302

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Topics: Carotid arteries , Computational fluid dynamics , Geometry , Blood , Blood flow , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Computer software , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics)

Ablation and Separation of Dermis via Ultra-Short Pulsed Laser

Huan Huang, Zhixiong Guo

IMECE 2009; 129-137doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10403

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Topics: Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Lasers , Separation (Technology) , Biological tissues , Damage , Microscopes , Scanning electron microscopy

Heat Transfer and Tissue Damage in Radiofrequency Ablation Therapy

M. Erol Ulucakli

IMECE 2009; 139-150doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10633

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Topics: Biological tissues , Damage , Heat transfer , Radiofrequency ablation , Temperature , Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Finite element analysis , Tumors , Visualization , Blood vessels

Treatment Planning for Transurethral and Interstitial Thermal Therapy for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Chandrasekhar Thamire, Rabee Zuberi, Charlie Choe, Prabhakar Pandey

IMECE 2009; 151-153doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10903

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Topics: Bioheat transfer , Biological tissues , Coolants , Damage , Microwaves , Patient treatment , Temperature , Ultrasound

A Passive Model of the Heat, Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transport in the Human Body

Cyro Albuquerque-Neto, Jurandir Itizo Yanagihara

IMECE 2009; 155-166doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11104

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Heat , Oxygen , Biological tissues , Blood , Lung , Mass transfer , Skin , Vessels , Bone

Analysis of Flow and Wall Shear Stress in Curvature Induced Dorsal Aneurysms: Effect of Arterial Curvature

Arun Ramu, Guo-Xiang Wang

IMECE 2009; 167-172doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11322

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Topics: Aneurysms , Flow (Dynamics) , Shear stress , Domes (Structural elements) , Rupture , Bifurcation , Cerebral arteries , Computational fluid dynamics

Numerical Simulation of Blood Flow in Patient-Specific Stenotic Carotid Bifurcation Geometries

Megan Cummins, Jenn S. Rossmann

IMECE 2009; 173-178doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11589

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Bifurcation , Blood flow , Blood vessels , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid mechanics , Hemodynamics , Rupture

Mathematical Models for Analyzing Tissue Ablation Using Short Pulse Lasers

Ogugua Onyejekwe, Amir Yousef Sajjadi, Ugur Abdulla, Kunal Mitra, Michael Grace

IMECE 2009; 179-185doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11626

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Topics: Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Biological tissues , Lasers , Temperature , Heat , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Temperature distribution , Integral equations , Laser beams , Skin

Multidisciplinary Design and Optimization for Oscillating Flow Polymerase Chain Reaction Microfluidics Device

Tohru Suwa, Hamid Hadim, Yong Shi

IMECE 2009; 187-193doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11820

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Topics: Chain , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Microfluidics , Optimization , Transients (Dynamics)

Materials Considerations for Improved Flash/Flame Protection

Jeremy D. Paquin, Francisco J. Martinez, Joseph Hitt, A. O¨zer Arnas

IMECE 2009; 195-205doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11836

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Topics: Flames , Design , Soldiers , Explosions , Fire , Fire resistant materials , Testing , Wounds , Anatomy , Engineering design processes

Biomechanics of Glaucoma: A Parametric Study of Flow in Schlemm’s Canal

Carolyn Stolfi, Jenn S. Rossmann

IMECE 2009; 207-212doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12355

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Topics: Biomechanics , Canals , Flow (Dynamics) , Biological tissues , Computer simulation , Diseases , Fluid dynamics , Outflow , Porosity , Pressure

Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Surgical Adjustment of Ventricular Assist Device Implantation to Minimize Stroke Risk

Andres F. Osorio, Alain J. Kassab, Eduardo A. Divo, I. Ricardo Argueta-Morales, William M. DeCampli

IMECE 2009; 213-221doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12813

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Risk , Surgery , Ventricular assist devices , Thrombosis , Carotid arteries , Aortic arch , Bridges (Structures) , Patient treatment , Aorta

3-D Navier-Stokes Simulation of Large-Scale Regions of the Bronchopulmonary Tree

D. Keith Walters, William H. Luke

IMECE 2009; 223-231doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12856

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Topics: Air flow , Boundary-value problems , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Lung , Navier-Stokes equations , Pressure drop , Resolution (Optics) , Simulation

Computational Fluid Dynamics Applicable to Cloth Design

Ana M. F. Cunha, Jose´ C. F. Teixeira, Senhorinha F. C. F. Teixeira

IMECE 2009; 233-241doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13042

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Textiles , Heat , Temperature , Computer simulation , Dimensions , Fluid dynamics , Insulation , Mass transfer

Study and Development of Spacers for Pressurized Inhaler Devices: A Project Review

Lui´s F. Silva, Senhorinha Teixeira, Jose´ Carlos Teixeira, Rita Rebelo, Ricardo Oliveira, Henedina Antunes

IMECE 2009; 243-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13171

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Diseases , Drug delivery systems , Drugs , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Lung

BioMEMS, Micro and Nano Systems in Medicine and Biology

Liquid Gated Carbon Nanotubes Field Effect Transistors (LG-CNTFET) Platform for Herbicide Sensing

J. N. Tey, S. Gandhi, I. P. M. Wijaya, J. Wei, C. R. Suri, I. Rodriguez, S. G. Mhaisalkar

IMECE 2009; 249-254doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10571

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Transistors , Single-walled carbon nanotubes , Electrical conductance , Signals , Atoms , Biocompatibility , Carbon , Chemical stability , Gates (Closures)

Diffusion-Mediated Production of Protein Gradients by Way of Variable Depth Hydrogel Microstamps

Dewayne L. Thompson, Ashley E. Madon, Christine A. Trinkle

IMECE 2009; 255-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11292

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Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Hydrogels , Proteins , Agar , Biosensors , Plasma desorption mass spectrometry , Resolution (Optics) , Tissue engineering

Electromigration of Charged Polystyrene Beads Through Silicon Nanopores Filled With Low Ionic Strength Solutions

Punarvasu Joshi, Trupthi Mathew, Leo Petrossian, Shalini Prasad, Michael Goryll, Andreas Spanias, Trevor J. Thornton

IMECE 2009; 257-262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11428

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Topics: Electrodiffusion , Nanopores , Silicon , Dimensions , Electrolytes , Statistical analysis

Silicon Based Pore Systems for Emerging Biosensor Applications

Trupthi Mathew, Punarvasu Joshi, Shalini Prasad, Michael Goryll, Andreas Spanias, Trevor J. Thornton

IMECE 2009; 263-270doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11707

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Topics: Biosensors , Silicon , Probes , Proteins , Robustness , Semiconductors (Materials)

Nanoparticle-Aptamer: An Effective Growth Inhibitor for Human Cancer Cells

Kok Hao Chen, Jong Hyun Choi

IMECE 2009; 271-272doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11966

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Topics: Cancer , Nanoparticles , Nanocrystals , DNA , Particulate matter , Ions , Anticancer drugs , Fibroblasts , Optical images , Semiconductors (Materials)

A High Throughput Microfluidic Thermal Reactor

P.-C. Chen, D. S. Park, B. H. You, N. Kim, T. Park, D. E. Nikitopoulos, S. A. Soper, M. C. Murphy

IMECE 2009; 273-275doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13130

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Topics: Microfluidics , Thermal reactors , DNA , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Cycles , Chain , Control systems , Temperature distribution

Computational Modeling and Device Design

Tikhonov Regularization Methods for the Inverse Scalp Electroencephalography

Menglu Wu, Xiaolin Chen

IMECE 2009; 277-283doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10538

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Topics: Electroencephalography , Brain , Noise (Sound) , Resolution (Optics)

Computer Modeling of Fluid-Stress-Induced Blood Damage in a Mechanical Ventricular Assist Device

Alexandrina Untaroiu, Houston G. Wood, Paul E. Allaire

IMECE 2009; 285-291doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11605

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Topics: Blood , Computer simulation , Damage , Fluids , Stress , Ventricular assist devices , Pumps , Particulate matter , Erythrocytes , Heart failure

Analysis of Short Pulse Laser Interaction With Tissues for Tumor Detection

Amir Yousef Sajjadi, Gopalendu Pal, Kunal Mitra, Michael Grace

IMECE 2009; 293-300doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11945

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Topics: Biological tissues , Lasers , Tumors , Signals , Skin , Wavelength , Cancer , Computer simulation , Imaging , Inks

An Effective Drug Delivery Process Using a Molecular Dynamics-Based Cylindrical Particle Model

Bharat Nagireddy, Y. J. Lin

IMECE 2009; 301-310doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12043

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Topics: Cylinders , Drug delivery systems , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Molecular dynamics , Particulate matter , Drugs , Diffusion (Physics) , Modeling , Shapes , Absorption

Temperature Effect on the Dynamic Characteristic of the Aircraft Seat Cushion

Chandrashekhar K. Thorbole, Hamid M. Lankarani, Tom Costello

IMECE 2009; 311-317doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12164

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Topics: Aircraft , Temperature , Sensitivity analysis , Stress , Aviation , Design , Regulations

A Computational Model of Scapulo-Humeral-Clavicle Complex via Multibody Dynamics

Shanzhong Shawn Duan, Keith M. Baumgarten

IMECE 2009; 319-324doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12659

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Topics: Actuators , Anatomy , Blades , Bone , Damage , Diseases , Equations of motion , Gravity (Force) , Kinematics , Modeling

Direct Compensator Profile Optimization for Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning

Kevin J. Erhart, Eduardo A. Divo, Alain J. Kassab

IMECE 2009; 325-337doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12864

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Topics: Optimization , Radiation therapy , Cancer , Radiation (Physics)

The Effect of Shock Wave on a Human Head

Shailesh Ganpule, Linxia Gu, Guoxin Cao, Namas Chandra

IMECE 2009; 339-346doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12875

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Topics: Armor , Brain , Design , Dynamite , Energy transformation , High pressure (Physics) , Injury mechanisms , Pressure , Projectiles , Shear stress

The Effect of the Frontal Plane Tibiofemoral Angle on the Stress and Strain at the Knee Cartilage During the Stance Phase of the Gait Cycle

Nicholas Yang, Hamid Nayeb-Hashemi, Paul Canavan

IMECE 2009; 347-353doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13220

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Topics: Cartilage , Cycles , Knee , Stress , Finite element analysis , Health care , Magnetic resonance , Magnetic resonance imaging , Muscle , Osteoarthritis

Dynamics and Control of Biomechanical Systems

Experimental Study and Modeling of Equilibrium Point Trajectory Control in Single and Double-Joint Arm Movements

Kai Chen, Richard A. Foulds, Katharine Swift, Sergei Adamovich

IMECE 2009; 355-359doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10251

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Topics: Equilibrium (Physics) , Modeling , Trajectories (Physics) , Delays , Muscle , Damping , Electromyography , Physiology , Resolution (Optics) , Signals

Novel Magnetic Propulsion System for Capsule Endoscopy

Chengzhi Hu, Mingyuan Gao, Zhenzhi Chen, Honghai Zhang, Sheng Liu

IMECE 2009; 361-366doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10432

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Topics: Propulsion systems , Endoscopes , Magnetic fields , Magnets , Navigation , Permanent magnets , Biomedical equipment , Finite element methods , Manufacturing , Mechanical properties

Multimodal Control of Orientation in Space

Ji Chen, Kurosh Darvish, W. Geoffrey Wright, Emily A. Keshner

IMECE 2009; 367-369doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11702

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Topics: Wounds

Dynamics of Human Spine in Jumps Using Lyapunov Exponents

Eliza A. Banu, Dan Marghitu, P. K. Raju

IMECE 2009; 371-374doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12415

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Human spine , Computation , Kinematics , Lumbar spine

Exploring the Role of Lateral Bending Postures and Asymmetric Loading on Cervical Spine Compression Responses

Daniel E. Toomey, Matthew J. Mason, Warren N. Hardy, King H. Yang, James M. Kopacz, Chris Van Ee

IMECE 2009; 375-382doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12911

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Topics: Cervical spine , Compression , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Stress , Testing , Wounds , Spinal fractures

CPG-Controlled Frontal Biped Model for the Evaluation of Pathological Gait

Betsy V. Hunter, Yasin Y. Dhaher

IMECE 2009; 383-386doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12966

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Topics: Control equipment , Data collection , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Three-dimensional models , Torque

Evaluation and Refinement of the CRABI-6 Anthropomorphic Test Device Injury Criteria for Skull Fracture

Chris Van Ee, Barbara Moroski-Browne, David Raymond, Kirk Thibault, Warren Hardy, John Plunkett

IMECE 2009; 387-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12973

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Topics: Skull fractures , Wounds , Risk , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Pediatrics , Biological tissues , Airbags , Concretes , Performance

Child ATD Reconstruction of a Fatal Pediatric Fall

Chris Van Ee, David Raymond, Kirk Thibault, Warren Hardy, John Plunkett

IMECE 2009; 395-400doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12994

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Topics: Accidents , Cements (Adhesives) , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Forensic sciences , Pediatrics , Skull fractures , Testing , Wounds

Modeling and Dynamic Control of a Bioreactor for Glycerin Conversion to 1,3 Propanediol

Pedro Villalba, Homero San-Juan-Vergara, Marco Sanjuan

IMECE 2009; 401-405doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13043

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Topics: Biodiesel , Bioreactors , Modeling , Valves , Bioconversion , Biomass , Biopolymers , Drugs , Dynamic models , Errors

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Engineering

Three-Dimensional Numerical Simulation of the Fluid Dynamics in a Coronary Stent

F. Gori, A. Boghi, M. Amitrano

IMECE 2009; 407-411doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10301

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Topics: Computer simulation , Fluid dynamics , Stents , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Fluids , Geometry , Shear stress , Simulation , Blood

The Stent Artery Interaction

Linxia Gu, Aswini K. Muttyam

IMECE 2009; 413-416doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12389

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Topics: Stents , Stress , Wounds , Vessels , Tensile strength , Tension

Geometry Governs Mechanics of Cardiovascular Stents

Graeham R. Douglas, Tho Wei Tan, Tim Bond, A. Srikantha Phani

IMECE 2009; 417-426doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12924

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Topics: Cardiovascular system , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Stents

Contributions to the Study of Blood Flow in the Abdominal Aorta and Its Branches

Ana C. M. Ferreira, Senhorinha F. C. F. Teixeira, Jose´ C. F. Teixeira

IMECE 2009; 427-433doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13028

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Topics: Aorta , Blood flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Bifurcation , Blood , Cardiac cycle , Cardiovascular system , Computer simulation , Computer software , Deformation

New Trends in Biomedical Applications - Poster Symposium

Comparison of Different Metal Film Thicknesses of COC-Substrate Polymerase Chain Reaction Chips With Single-Side and Double-Side Heaters

Yung-Chiang Chung, Li-Wei Lai, Lung-Jieh Yang, Wei-Jen Liao

IMECE 2009; 435-437doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10229

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Topics: Chain , Metallic films , DNA , Machinery , Adhesives , Copolymers , Evaporation , Transparency

Acoustic Response of Arteries Using Thick Wall Tube Assumption

A. M. Al-Jumaily, A. Salam Al-Ammri

IMECE 2009; 439-442doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12271

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Topics: Acoustics , Aorta , Deflection , Errors , Pressure , Reflection , Shapes , Stiffness , Thin wall structures , Wave propagation

Techniques in Finite Element Modeling of Helmeted-Head Biomechanics

Andrzej Przekwas, X. G. Tan, Z. J. Chen, Xianlian Zhou, Debbie Reeves, Patrick Wilkerson, H. Q. Yang, Vincent Harrand, Valeta Carol Chancey

IMECE 2009; 443-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12955

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Topics: Absorption , Biomechanics , Defense industry , Design , Finite element analysis , Fittings , Hard materials , Modeling , Risk , Shells

Computational Modeling of Helmet Structural Dynamics During Blunt Impacts

Andrzej Przekwas, X. G. Tan, Z. J. Chen, Xianlian Zhou, Debbie Reeves, Patrick Wilkerson, H. Q. Yang, Vincent Harrand, Valeta Carol Chancey

IMECE 2009; 447-449doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12958

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Topics: Computer simulation , Structural dynamics , Warfare , Design , Engineering prototypes , Testing , Armor , Army , Biomechanics , Computers

Vibration and Acoustics in Biomedical Applications

The Effect of Vibrations on Surfactant Dynamics in the Neonate

Prasika I. Reddy, Ahmed M. Al-Jumaily, David E. White

IMECE 2009; 451-452doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10202

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Surfactants , Vibration , Bubbles , Computer simulation , Diffusion (Physics) , Lung , Oscillations , Surface tension

A Method for Measuring Wave Speed Dispersion in Arteries by Resonance

Xiaoming Zhang, James F. Greenleaf

IMECE 2009; 453-455doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10508

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Topics: Resonance , Waves , Imaging , Elasticity , Cardiovascular system , Diseases , Magnetic resonance imaging , Stiffness , Ultrasound , Atherosclerosis

A Study of Vocal Fold Vibration Using a Slightly Compressible Fluid Domain

D. J. Daily, S. L. Thomson

IMECE 2009; 457-462doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-10628

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Topics: Fluids , Vibration , Vocal cords , Boundary-value problems , Incompressible fluids , Acoustics , Air flow , Biological tissues , Compressibility , Compressible flow

Tissue-Engineered Cartilage in Three-Dimensional Cultured Chondrocytes by Ultrasound Stimulation and Collagen Sponge as Scaffold

Toshihiko Shiraishi, Ietomo Matsunaga, Shin Morishita, Ryohei Takeuchi, Tomoyuki Saito, Yuko Mikuni-Takagaki

IMECE 2009; 463-464doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11107

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Topics: Biological tissues , Cartilage , Chondrocytes , Ultrasound , Mechanical properties , Osteoarthritis , Ultrasonic effects

Investigation of Promotion of Bone Matrices in Cultured Osteoblasts by Mechanical Vibration

Toshihiko Shiraishi, Tetsuo Shikata, Shin Morishita, Ryohei Takeuchi

IMECE 2009; 465-466doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11131

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Topics: Bone , Osteoblasts , Vibration , Aluminum plate , Carbon dioxide , Chain , Excitation , Excitation systems , Inertia (Mechanics) , Plates (structures)

Control of Apoptosis and Differentiation of Cultured Neural Stem Cells by Mechanical Vibration

Toshihiko Shiraishi, Kei Suzuki, Shin Morishita, Hiroshi Kanno

IMECE 2009; 467-468doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11154

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Topics: Stem cells , Vibration , Plates (structures) , Density , Aluminum plate , Carbon dioxide , Excitation , Inertia (Mechanics)

Natural Frequency Response of Intraaortic Balloons

K. B. Grant, A. Saigal

IMECE 2009; 469-477doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11455

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Topics: Frequency response , Damping , Pressure , Catheters , Transducers , Pumps , Blood , Signals , Nickel titanium alloys , Waves

Individualized Transfer Functions for the Noninvasive Estimation of Central Pressure From Brachial Pressure Readings

Ashis Mookerjee, Ahmed M. Al-Jumaily, Andrew Lowe

IMECE 2009; 479-480doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11825

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Topics: Pressure , Transfer functions , Blood , Physiology , Simulation

Biomechanical Basis of Oscillometric Blood Pressure Measuring Technique

H. Lan, A. M. Al-Jumaily, W. Hing, A. Lowe

IMECE 2009; 481-483doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-11857

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Topics: Biomechanics , Blood , Pressure , Algorithms , Blood pressure measurement , Errors , Finite element analysis , Oscillations , Shapes , Soft tissues

High-Fidelity and Compact Modeling for Bone Conduction Communication Systems

Andrzej Przekwas, Xianlian Zhou, X. G. Tan, Z. J. Chen, Debbie Reeves, Patrick Wilkerson, H. Q. Yang, Vincent Harrand, Valeta Carol Chancey

IMECE 2009; 485-486doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12954

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Topics: Bone , Heat conduction , Modeling , Military systems , Design , Anatomy , Brain , Cerebrospinal fluid , Microphones , Noise (Sound)

Viscoelasticity of Biological Tissues

Quantitative Images of Elastic Modulus Using Tissue Dynamics in the Region of Impulsive Acoustic Radiation Force Excitation

Mark L. Palmeri, David Xu, Michael Wang, Kathryn Nightingale

IMECE 2009; 487-491doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12695

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Topics: Acoustics , Biological tissues , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Elastic moduli , Excitation , Radiation (Physics) , Shear (Mechanics) , Shear waves , Diseases , Displacement

Initial In-Vivo Results Considering Rayleigh Damping in Magnetic Resonance Elastography

D. Viviers, E. E. W. Van Houten, M. D. J. McGarry, J. B. Weaver, K. D. Paulsen

IMECE 2009; 493-501doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12709

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Topics: Damping , Elastography , Magnetic resonance , Biological tissues , Soft tissues , Magnetic resonance imaging , Algorithms , Imaging , Materials properties , Shear modulus

Evaluating Nucleus Effect on the Cell Mechanical Behavior

Guoxin Cao, Namas Chandra

IMECE 2009; 503-504doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-12837

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Topics: Mechanical behavior , Atomic force microscopy , Computer simulation

High-Frequency Ultrasound Tissue Classification of Atherosclerotic Plaques in an APOE-KO Mouse Model Using Spectral Analysis

Ahmed M. Mahmoud, Bunyen Teng, S. Jamal Mustafa, Osama M. Mukdadi

IMECE 2009; 505-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13061

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Biological tissues , Emission spectroscopy , Spectroscopy , Ultrasound , Signals , Blood vessels , Cardiovascular system , Diseases , Image processing

Dynamic Mechanical Response of Renal Cortex Under Compression: Strain-Rate Effect

Farhana Pervin, Weinong W. Chen, Tusit Weerasooriya

IMECE 2009; 509-514doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13180

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Topics: Compression , Kidney , Biological tissues , Wounds , Mechanical behavior , Simulation , Biomedicine , Body armor , Computer simulation , Crystals

In Vivo Measurements of Change in Viscoelasticity of Arterial Wall During the Flow-Mediated Dilation

Hiroshi Kanai, Hideyuki Hasegawa, Kazuki Ikeshita

IMECE 2009; 515-521doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2009-13263

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Viscoelasticity , Transients (Dynamics) , Atherosclerosis , Elastic moduli , Blood , Measurement systems , Mechanical properties , Muscle , Pressure

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