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ASME 2013 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition

November 15–21, 2013

San Diego, California, USA

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978-0-7918-5621-5

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Biomedical and Biotechnology Engineering (83)

Volume 3A: Biomedical and Biotechnology Engineering

Biomedical and Biotechnology Engineering

Bioinspired Materials and Structures

Effect of Valproic Acid on Cell Proliferation of Wharton’s Jelly MSC in PCL Nanofiber Scaffolds

John Dougherty, Emily Schaefer, Ryan Niemeier, Erin Koch, Craig Cady, Kalyani Nair

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A001doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65041

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Topics: Tissue scaffolds , Electrospinning , Stem cells , Biological tissues , Drugs , Tissue engineering , Biocompatibility , Biocompatible polymers , Biological cells , Biomaterials

Enhanced Human Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cell Functions in 3D Bioprinted Biologically Inspired Osteochondral Construct

Benjamin Holmes, Lijie Grace Zhang

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A002doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-66118

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Topics: Bioprinting , Bone , Stem cells , Biomedicine , Carbon nanotubes , Cartilage , Coating processes , Coatings , Absorption , Additive manufacturing

Biomechanics of Trauma due to Accidents, Surgery or Weapons

Factors Contributing to Spiral Humerus Fracture During Muscle-Up Exercise

Megan A. Matal, Fred Barez, John Lee, David Wagner

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A003doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62643

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Muscle , Computer simulation , Kinematics , Torque , Failure , Linkages , Torsion

Numerical Study of Head/Helmet Interaction due to Blast Loading

Timothy G. Zhang, Sikhanda S. Satapathy, Amy M. Dagro, Philip J. McKee

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A004doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63015

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Topics: Algorithms , Blast effect , Bone , Boundary-value problems , Brain , Cerebrospinal fluid , Fluids , Geometry , Magnetic resonance imaging , Manufacturing

Validating the Critical Areal Density for a New Ballistic Armor Exhibiting Blunt Trauma Reduction

Advait Bhat, Balaji Jayakumar, Jay C. Hanan

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A005doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63023

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Topics: Armor , Density , Design , Composite materials , Finite element analysis , Weight (Mass) , Wounds , Computer simulation , Finite element methods , Finite element model

Modelling and Analysis of the Effect of Angular Velocity and Acceleration on Brain Strain Field in Traumatic Brain Injury

Hesam Hoursan, Mohammad Taghi Ahmadian, Ahmad Barari, Hamid Naghibi Beidokhti

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A006doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63053

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Topics: Brain , Finite element methods , Modeling , Traumatic brain injury

Reducing the Effects of Blast to the Head Through Load Partitioning

Mark A. Rapo, Tim Baumer, Philemon C. Chan, James F. MacKiewicz

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A007doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63257

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Topics: Stress , Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Eye protection , Improvised explosive devices , Simulation , Blast effect , Kinematics , Pressure , Pressure sensors

Blast Overpressure Measured on a Bare vs. Helmeted Rigid Headform

Timothy Baumer, Mark A. Rapo, Jessica M. Wong, Brian J. Powell, Brett D. Juhas, Philemon C. Chan, James F. MacKiewicz

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A008doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63260

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Topics: Fire , Flow (Dynamics) , Model validation , Pressure , Pressure sensors , Sensors , Suspension systems , Teams , Traumatic brain injury , Warfare

Design Considerations for Compression Gas Driven Shock Tube to Replicate Field Relevant Primary Blast Condition

Aravind Sundaramurthy, Raj K. Gupta, Namas Chandra

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63732

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Topics: Compression , Design , Shock tubes , Shock (Mechanics) , Membranes , Pressure , Waves , Explosions , Explosives , Impulse (Physics)

Response of Post-Mortem Human Head Under Primary Blast Loading Conditions: Effect of Blast Overpressures

Shailesh Ganpule, Robert Salzar, Namas Chandra

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63910

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Topics: Biomedicine , Brain , Computer simulation , Explosives , Impulse (Physics) , Individual Certification Programs , Performance , Pressure , Shock tubes , Sports

Validations of Virtual Animal Model for Investigation of Shock/Blast Wave TBI

X. G. Tan, Andrzej J. Przekwas, Joseph B. Long

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64587

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Topics: Shock (Mechanics) , Waves , Biomechanics , Shock tubes , Brain , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Wounds , Anatomy , Armor

Distribution of Bacteria in Simplified Surrogate Extremities Shot With Small Caliber Projectiles

Brandon J. Hinz, Karim H. Muci-Küchler, Pauline M. Smith

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64803

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Topics: Bacteria , Contamination , Projectiles

The Influence of Neck Kinematics on Brain Pressures and Strains Under Blast Loading

J. C. Roberts, T. P. Harrigan, E. E. Ward, D. Nicolella, L. Francis, T. Eliason, A. C. Merkle

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64821

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Topics: Brain , Kinematics , Finite element model , Pressure , Shock tubes , Computational fluid dynamics , Rotation , Biomechanics , Computerized tomography , Wounds

Expanding Helmet Design Methodologies Through Brain Functional Area Representative Threat Models

Matthew Ford, Peter Matic, Alan Leung

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64959

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Topics: Brain , Design , Damage , Deformation , Geometry , Imaging , Projectiles , Resolution (Optics) , Surveying , Three-dimensional models

Comparing the Behavior of Homogeneous vs. Fluid Filled Solid Headforms Under Blunt Impact Loading Conditions

Veera Selvan, Virginia Halls, James Zheng, Namas Chandra

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64971

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Topics: Aluminum , Brain , Center of mass , Defense industry , Deformation , Fluids , Shells , Sports , Stiffness , Vehicles

Cerebral Blood Pressure Rise During Blast Exposure in a Rat Model of Blast-Induced Traumatic Brain Injury

Soroush Assari, Kaveh Laksari, Mary Barbe, Kurosh Darvish

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64992

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Topics: Blood , Pressure , Traumatic brain injury , Waves , Brain , Blood vessels , Damage , High pressure (Physics) , Warfare , Wounds

The Blast Gauge™ System as a Research Tool to Quantify Blast Overpressure in Complex Environments

Michael H. Ostertag, Matthew Kenyon, David A. Borkholder, General Lee, Uade da Silva, Gary Kamimori

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65138

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Topics: Doors , Dosimeters , Explosives , Gages , Impulse (Physics) , Military systems , Modeling , Pressure sensors , Risk , Sensors

Lateral Impact Validation of a Probabilistic Statistical Shape Finite Element Model of the Head and Neck

Travis Eliason, Loren Francis, Todd Bredbenner, Brian Stemper, Dan Nicolella, Barry Shender, Glenn Paskoff

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65154

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Topics: Finite element model , Shapes , Wounds , Cervical spine , Modeling , Biomechanics , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Deflection , Design

Characteristics of Falling Impact of Head Using a Test Dummy

Marzieh Hajiaghamemar, Morteza Seidi, Vincent Caccese, Mohsen Shahinpoor

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-66546

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Topics: Accelerometers , Center of mass , Computer simulation , Design , Dynamic models , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Injury mechanisms , Risk , Traumatic brain injury , Wounds

A Micromechanical Model for Shear-Induced Platelet Damage in Capillaries Within Gray Matter

Daniel J. Sullivan, Paul A. Taylor, Assimina A. Pelegri

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-66794

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Topics: Damage , Platelets , Shear (Mechanics)

Clinical Applications of Bioengineering

Effect of Operating Parameters on the Removal of Bone Cement by a Sawing Process

Brian M. Sheehan, Amrit Sagar, Thomas P. James

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62553

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Topics: Bone , Cements (Adhesives) , Knee , Sawing , Surgery

Deflection of Cancellous Bone Screws Under a Cantilever Bending Load

Carolina Vega, Maria Arshanskiy, Amrit Sagar, Anil Saigal, Thomas P. James, Eric Smith, Charles Cassidy

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62554

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Topics: Cantilevers , Deflection , Stress , Surgical screws

Effect of Oscillation Speed and Thrust Force on Cortical Bone Temperature During Sagittal Sawing

Steven Micucci, Gerard Chang, Eric Smith, Charles Cassidy, Amrit Sagar, Thomas P. James

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62556

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Topics: Bone , Oscillations , Sawing , Temperature , Thrust

Effect of Sagittal Sawing Parameters on Histopathology of Bone

Gerard Chang, Steven Micucci, Eric Smith, Charles Cassidy, Tobi Quinto, Amrit Sagar, Thomas P. James

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62557

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Topics: Bone , Sawing

PIV Analysis of the Flow Pattern Around an Ablation Catheter to Observe the Flow Effect on the Electrode

Kaihong Yu, Tetsui Yamashita, Shigeaki Shingyochi, Kazuo Matsumoto, Makoto Ohta

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62791

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Topics: Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Catheters , Electrodes , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Blood flow , Biological tissues , Myocardium , Convection , Open channels (Hydraulics)

Evidence-Based Best Practices: Wound Healing Tracking and Assessment

Jessica Chin, Ibrahim Zeid, Sagar Kamarthi

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62844

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Topics: Biomedicine , Preferences , Teaching , Wounds

Developing a 3D Multi-Body Model of a Scoliotic Spine During Lateral Bending for Comparison of Ribcage Flexibility and Lumbar Joint Loading to the Normal Model

Khatereh Hajizadeh, Mengjie Huang, Ian Gibson, Gabriel Liu

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62899

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Topics: Scoliosis , Musculoskeletal system , Modeling , Biomechanics , Simulation models , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering simulation , Human spine , Kinematics , Mechanical admittance

Three-Dimensional Holographic Microwave Imaging Array: Experimental Investigation of Tumour Detection in Breast Phantom

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

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63132

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Topics: Imaging , Microwaves , Phantoms , Tumors

Systems in Prosthetic Hands and the Relationship With Their Performance

Julio C. Díaz-Montes, Jesús Manuel Dorador-González

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63179

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Topics: Artificial limbs , Prostheses

Interpreting Microscopic Magnetic Resonance Elastography Measurements Using Finite Element Analysis

Yifei Liu, Temel Yasar, Thomas J. Royston

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63355

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Topics: Elastography , Finite element analysis , Magnetic resonance , Shells , Dimensions , Phantoms , Rubber , Shear (Mechanics) , Silicon , Simulation

Objective Assessment of Minimally Invasive Surgical Skills

Ali Keshavarz Panahi, Sohyung Cho

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63739

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Topics: Surgery , Sensors , Feedback , Robotics , Surgical tools , Torque , Torque measurement , Virtual reality

Patient-Specific Aneurysms Rupture Prediction Using CFD Modelling With Strain Energy Function

A. H. Embong, A. M. Al-Jumaily, Giri Mahadevan, Shukei Sugita, Andrew Lowe

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63859

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Topics: Aneurysms , Computational fluid dynamics , Deformation , Modeling , Rupture , Stress-strain relations , Mechanical properties , Ultrasound , Vessels

Classification of Blood Flow in Cerebral Aneurysm Considering the Parent Artery Curves

Toshio Nakayama, Shin-ichiro Sugiyama, Makoto Ohta

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63922

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Topics: Aneurysms , Blood flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Stents , Shapes , Struts (Engineering) , Pipes , Boundary-value problems , Computer software , Computer-aided design

Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Pressure Drop Alteration in the Trachea Before and After Vascular Ring Surgery

Tzu-Ching Shih, Tzyy-Leng Horng, Fong-Lin Chen

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63933

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Pressure drop , Surgery , Trachea

Development of a Virtual Coil Model for Blood Flow Simulation in Coil-Embolized Aneurysms

Tomohiro Otani, Satoshi Ii, Toshiyuki Fujinaka, Masayuki Hirata, Junko Kuroda, Katsuhiko Shibano, Shigeo Wada

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64435

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Topics: Aneurysms , Blood flow , Simulation

Development of Force-Feedback Technology for Training Clinicians to Deliver Manual Cervical Distraction

Maruti Ram Gudavalli, Vikas Yadav, Robert Vining, Michael Seidman, Stacie Salsbury, Paige Morgenthal, Avinash Patwardhan, Christine Goertz

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64509

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Topics: Bioengineering , Cervical spine , Computer software , Feedback , Force feedback , Instrumentation , Musculoskeletal system , Patient treatment , Students , Traction

Significance of Kinetotherapy in Rehabilitation Treatment of Osteoporosis

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

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64784

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Topics: Osteoporosis , Patient rehabilitation , Patient treatment

Measurement of Electrical Impedance and Eddy Currents in Tissue Phantoms

Emily Sequin, Karen Bellman, Scott Koch, Joseph West, Shaurya Prakash, Vish Subramaniam

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65112

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Topics: Biological tissues , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Impedance (Electricity) , Phantoms , Surgery , Imaging , Tumors , Biomedicine , Electrical conductivity , Electrical properties

The Effects of Retesting on the Mechanical Properties of Brain Tissue

A. Rezaei, M. Salimi Jazi, G. Karami, M. Ziejewski

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65149

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Topics: Biological tissues , Brain , Mechanical properties , Relaxation (Physics) , Stress

Current Situation of Design Criteria for Intervertebral Disc Prosthesis

Epifanio Vargas-Alcaraz, Adrián Espinosa-Bautista, Marcelo López-Parra

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65499

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Topics: Design , Intervertebral discs , Prostheses , Disks , Absorption , Bone , Mechanical admittance , Reliability

Cancellation of Physiological Hand Tremors Using Compliant Robotic Assist

Rupesh S. Bobade, Prasanna S. Gandhi, Nikunj A. Bhagat, Chao Chen

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65737

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Topics: Physiology , Robotics , Surgery , Filtration , Manipulators , Adaptive control , Biological tissues , Damage , Feedback , Friction

Improved Image Registration Technique Using Demons and B-Spline

Chao Tang, Xiaohui Xie, Ruxu Du

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65830

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Topics: B-splines , Image registration , Deformation , Algorithms , Errors , Image processing , Testing

Effects of Process Parameters on Formation of Hybrid Tissue Constructs

Karen Chang Yan, Pamela Hitscherich, James Ferrie

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-66430

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Topics: Biological tissues , Tissue engineering , Biological cells , Electrospinning , Polymers , Biomedicine , Fibers , Flow (Dynamics) , Manufacturing , Pressure

Computational Modeling and Device Design

A Study of the Planar Serial-Parallel Mechanism With Various Stiffness for a Biotic Compliant Fish

Cui Zuo, Jiang Hong-zhou

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62305

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Topics: Stiffness , Design , Robotics , Muscle , Simulation models

Ergometers Can Now Biomechanically Replicate Straight-Line Floor Wheelchair Propulsion: Three Models Are Presented

Zohreh Salimi, Martin W. Ferguson-Pell

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A045doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62327

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Topics: Biomechanics , Dynamometers , Propulsion , Wheelchairs

The Molecular Dynamics Study for Detection of ssDNA by Monolayer Graphene Nanopore

Wei Si, Jingjie Sha, Lei Liu, Yin Zhang, Yunfei Chen

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62384

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Topics: Graphene , Molecular dynamics , Nanopores , Decision analysis , Direct current (Electricity) , Molecular dynamics simulation , Resolution (Optics) , Signals , Thread

Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Blood Flow Through Stented Arteries

Shafiullah Mohammad, Pradip Majumdar

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62407

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Topics: Blood flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Atherosclerosis , Stents , Cardiac cycle , Flow (Dynamics) , Diseases , Computer software , Design , Engineering simulation

Uncovering the Mechanism of Soft Tissue Injuries Associated With ACL Tear

A. Orsi, A. Vaziri, S. Chakravarthy, P. K. Canavan, R. Goebel, H. N. Hashemi

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A048doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62505

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Soft tissues , Wounds , Cartilage , Osteoarthritis , Sports

Micro FEM Simulations of Single-Cutting-Edge Sawing of Cortical Bone

Ilige S. Hage, Ramsey F. Hamade

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62589

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Topics: Bone , Cutting , Finite element methods , Sawing , Simulation , Blades , Anisotropy , Artificial neural networks , Biomechanics , Canals

Integrated Computer-Aided Approach for Supporting Development of Biomedical Devices

Ahmed Sherif El-Gizawy

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A050doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62832

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Topics: Biomedicine , Computer-aided engineering , Design , Orthopedics , Complex systems , Engineering disciplines , Performance , Risk management , Roads , Surgery

Predicting the Treatment Response of Oral Appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Using Computational Fluid Dynamics and Fluid-Structure Interaction Simulations

Moyin Zhao, Tracie Barber, Peter Cistulli, Kate Sutherland, Gary Rosengarten

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A051doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-62904

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Engineering simulation , Fluid structure interaction , Simulation , Sleep

Use of Shock Tubes for Blast Testing

Chong Whang, Warren Chilton, Philemon Chan

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A052doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63027

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Topics: Shock tubes , Testing , Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Engineering simulation , Improvised explosive devices , Shock waves , Simulation , Waves , Biomechanics

Simulation of the High Strain Rate Deformation Behavior of Titanium Based Alloy for Biomedical Applications

Emmanuel Ocran, Johnson Aina, Daniel Odoh

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63046

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Topics: Alloys , Biomedicine , Deformation , Simulation , Titanium , Failure , Stress , Wear , Arthroplasty , Corrosion

Development of a Non-Invasive Calibration Method for Ocular Tactile Tonometry

Eniko T. Enikov, Péter P. Polyvás

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63380

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Topics: Calibration , Artificial neural networks , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Pressure , Pressure measurement , Probes , Sensors , Tactile sensors

Multi-Scale Spatial-Temporal Modelling of 18F-FLT Dynamics and its Relation to 3-Compartment Model

Dan Liu, Anastasia Chalkidou, Paul K. Marsden, John D. Fenwick

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A055doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63507

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Modeling , Tumors , Convection , Density , Diffusion (Physics) , Emissions , Finite difference methods , Imaging , Physiology

Design of a Counterweight Walker Active Therapeutic Movement Rehabilitation Rig

Israel Aguilera Navarrete, Alejandro A. Lozano Guzmán

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63647

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Topics: Design , Engineering simulation , Exoskeleton devices , Kinematics , Simulation , Statistics as topic , Weight (Mass)

Numerical Analysis on Stress Induced Corrosion With Emphasis on Ti-Alloy Total Hip Arthroplasty Stem Failure

Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A057doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63689

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Corrosion , Failure , Numerical analysis , Stress , Titanium alloys , Alloys , Junctions , ASTM International , Bone

Numerical Modeling of Pulsating Inflow to the Pulmonary Arteries in TCPC Morphology Using FSI Approach

Hamid Reza Rajabzadeh, Bahar Firoozabadi, Mohammad Said Saidi, Salman Sohrabi, Seyyed Mahdi Nemati Mehr

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63776

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Topics: Computer simulation , Fluid structure interaction , Inflow , Pulmonary artery , Flow (Dynamics) , Blood flow , Surgery , Blood , Geometry , High pressure (Physics)

Modeling and Simulation of Shoulder-Humerus Complex via Multibody Dynamics

Nicholas D. Harrington, Shanzhong (Shawn) Duan

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A059doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63789

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Topics: Modeling , Multibody dynamics , Simulation , Bone , Biomedicine , Computer software , Dampers , Equations of motion , Fatigue , Kinematics

Studying the Intact, ACL-Deficient and Reconstructed Human Knee Joint Using a Finite Element Model

Achilles Vairis, Markos Petousis, George Stefanoudakis, Nectarios Vidakis, Betina Kandyla, Andreas-Marios Tsainis

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A060doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63795

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Finite element model , Knee , Maintenance , Modeling

Effect of the Number of Dental Implant Neck Threads in Contact With the Cortical Bone on Interface Stresses Using Finite Element Method

Mohammed Moustafa Hassan, Moahamed-Tarek El-Wakad, E. M. Bakr

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A061doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63822

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Topics: Bone , Finite element methods , Screw threads , Stress , Thread , Stress concentration , Shapes , Computer software , Computer-aided engineering , Finite element analysis

Effects of Turbulent Blood Flow on Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms: A Fluid-Structure Interaction Study

Shengmao Lin, Linxia Gu

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A062doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63879

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Topics: Aneurysms , Blood flow , Fluid structure interaction , Turbulence , Stress , Aorta , Blood , Computational methods , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process)

A New Anchorage Device for Orthodontic Applications

Mohamad Najari, Marwan El-Rich, Samer Adeeb, Bachar Taha

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A063doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-63973

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Topics: Anchorage , Stress , Bone , Screws , Shear (Mechanics) , Bearings , Finite element analysis , Load bearing capacity , Stainless steel , Stress concentration

Detection of Subsurface Skin Lesion Using Frequency Modulated Thermal Wave Imaging: A Numerical Study

Arka Bhowmik, Ramjee Repaka, Subhash C. Mishra, Ravibabu Mulaveesala

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64200

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Topics: Imaging , Skin , Waves , Thermography , Heat , Biomedical imaging , Feature extraction , Locks (Waterways)

Design of a New Knee Orthosis Locking System

Pedro Moreira, Pedro Ramôa, Paulo Flores

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A065doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64276

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Topics: Design , Knee , Orthotics , Sensors , Locks (Waterways) , Engineering prototypes , Muscle

Development of Bio-MEMS Device for Cell Cluster Patterning by Using Dielectrophoresis Method

S. Murakami, Y. Morita, E. Nakamachi

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A066doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64295

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Topics: Biomedical microelectromechanical systems , Dielectrophoresis , Biomedicine , Electrodes , Adhesion , Artificial neural networks , Biological tissues , Biomechanics , Bioreactors , Engineering design processes

Swing Phase Lubrication Analysis of a Novel Artificial Hip Joint

S. Boedo, S. A. Coots, J. F. Booker

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A067doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64356

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Topics: Algorithms , Cavitation , Collapse , Cycles , Design , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Lubricants , Lubrication , Separation (Technology)

Semi-Rigid Helmet Rotation Measurement Using Linear Accelerometers

Brett D. Juhas, Jessica M. Wong, Nicole J. Boroumand, Paul H. Rigby

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A068doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64677

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Topics: Accelerometers , Rotation , Sensors , Shock tubes , Vibration , Army , Deformation , Dynamic response , Improvised explosive devices , Military systems

Modeling and Stability Analysis of Truncated High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) System Using Martini Coarse Grain Technique

Behzad Damirchi, Amir Rouhollahi, Salman Sohrabi, Seyyed Mahdi Nemati Mehr

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A069doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64808

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Topics: Density , Modeling , Stability , Atoms , Lipid bilayers , Temperature , Blood , Molecular dynamics , Particulate matter , Proteins

Study on the Effects of Femoral Muscle Forces on Performance of Internal Fixation Devices Utilizing a Simulation Based Approach

Laurent Eap, A. Sherif El-Gizawy

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A070doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-64926

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Topics: Muscle , Simulation , Bone , Design , Optimization , Computer-aided engineering , Finite element methods , Stress , Biomechanics , Cycles

Methodology for Haptic Modeling of Trocar Insertion Procedure

Yong Won Seo, Ashirwad Chowriappa, Anand Abraham, Khurshid Guru, Thenkurussi Kesavadas

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A071doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65013

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Topics: Haptics , Modeling , Biological tissues , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Computation , Deformation , Simulation , Trains , Artificial neural networks

Computational Comparison of Shock Wave Propagation in Explosive Blast and Shock Tube Experiments

Kaveh Laksari, Soroush Assari, Kurosh Darvish

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A072doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65073

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Topics: Explosives , Shock tubes , Shock waves , Pressure , Explosions , Impulse (Physics) , Equations of state , Finite element model , Fluids , Helium

On the Trabecular Morphologies and Load Transfer to the Brain

Siavash Hashemi, Parisa Saboori, Shahab Mansoor-Baghaei, Ali M. Sadegh

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A073doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65083

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Topics: Brain , Stress , Architecture , Biological tissues , Shapes

An Experimental Setup for API Assessment of a Valved Holding Chamber Device

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

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A074doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65111

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Topics: American Petroleum Institute , Testing , Cloud chambers , Construction , Cycles , Drugs , Evaporation , Filters , Flow (Dynamics) , Lung

An Analytical Study of Skull Deformation During Head Impacts

Shahab Mansoor-Baghaei, Ali M. Sadegh

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A075doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65120

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Topics: Deformation , Shells , Brain , Differential equations , Elastic plates , Finite element methods , Spherical shells

Evaluation of Head Injury Criteria Under Different Impact Loading

Parisa Saboori, Shahab Mansoor-Baghaei, Ali M. Sadegh

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65125

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Topics: Wounds , Brain , Traumatic brain injury

Effects of Attached Body on Biomechanical Response of the Helmeted Human Head Under Blast

M. Salimi Jazi, A. Rezaei, G. Karami, F. Azarmi, M. Ziejewski

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A077doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65140

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Topics: Biomechanics , Waves , Boundary-value problems , Blast effect , Brain , Cushioning materials , Explosions , Explosives , Finite element model , Pressure

Framework for Management of Internet Objects in Their Relation With Human Sensations and Emotions

Fernando Luís-Ferreira, Catarina Marques-Lucena, João Sarraipa, Ricardo Jardim-Goncalves

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A078doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65227

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Topics: Internet , Construction , Ear , Food products , Knowledge management , Ontologies , Sensors

Three-Dimensional Fluid-Structure-Interaction Simulation of Tilting Disk Mechanical Heart Valve

Ardavan Aliabadi, Klaus A. Hoffmann

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A079doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65335

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Topics: Disks , Fluid structure interaction , Heart valve prostheses , Simulation , Design , Hemodynamics , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Numerical analysis

Design Principles for the Conceptual Design of Low-Cost Prosthetic Knee

Victor H. Duenas, Noe Vargas-Hernandez

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A080doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65358

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Topics: Artificial limbs , Conceptual design , Design , Knee , Prostheses

Analyzing Steady-State Visual Evoked Potentials for Effective User Response Detection for Brain-Computer Interfaces

Pouria Riyahi, Azim Eskandarian

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65592

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Topics: Brain , Computers , Steady state , Visual evoked potentials , Signals , Electroencephalography , Kalman filters , Signal to noise ratio

Mechanical Characterization of the Decellularized Porcine Small Intestinal Submucosa Extracellular Matrix

Shijia Zhao, Linxia Gu, James M. Hammel, Haili Lang

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A082doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65640

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Topics: Biological tissues , Mechanical properties , Stiffness , Tension

Mechanical Properties of a Photopolymerizable Hydrogel for Intervertebral Disc Replacement

Andreas Schmocker, Azadeh Khoushabi, Dominique P. Pioletti, Pierre-Etienne Bourban, Jan A. Manson, Christophe Moser

IMECE 2013; V03AT03A083doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2013-65736

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Topics: Hydrogels , Intervertebral discs , Mechanical properties , Absorption , Electromagnetic scattering , Polymerization , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Elastic moduli , Catheters

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