Topics: Approximation , Bone , Boundary-value problems , Constitutive equations , Damage , Displacement , Explosions , Failure , Finite element analysis , Fracture (Materials)

Wave Propagation Through Soft Tissue: Effect of Material Nonlinearity and Nonuniform Cross–Section

Marcelo F. Valdez, Balakumar Balachandran

IMECE 2014; V003T03A010doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38953

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Topics: Soft tissues , Wave propagation , Waves , Stress , Energy dissipation , Mechanical behavior , Nonlinear waves , Approximation , Biological tissues , Computer simulation

A Two-Fiber Anisotropic Constitutive Model of Human Brain With Intravoxel Heterogeneity of Fiber Orientation Using Diffusion Spectrum Imaging (DSI)

Harsha T. Garimella, Hao Yuan, Brian D. Johnson, Semyon L. Slobounov, Reuben H. Kraft

IMECE 2014; V003T03A011doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39107

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Topics: Anisotropy , Brain , Constitutive equations , Diffusion (Physics) , Fibers , Imaging , Biological tissues , Computer simulation , Wounds , Biomechanics

Towards a Micromechanical Model of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Under Cyclic Loading

Anand R. Makwana, A. R. Krishna, Hao Yuan, Reuben H. Kraft, Xianlian Zhou, Andrzei J. Przekwas, Phillip Whitley

IMECE 2014; V003T03A012doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39174

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Topics: Intervertebral discs , Disks , Biomechanics , Damage , Fatigue , Micromechanics (Engineering) , Spinal cord , Warfare , Water

The Effects of Directionality of Blunt Impacts on Mechanical Response of the Brain

Hesam Sarvghad-Moghaddam, Ghodrat Karami, Mariusz Ziejewski

IMECE 2014; V003T03A013doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39338

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Topics: Brain , Wounds , Biological tissues , Shear stress , Biomechanics , Boundary-value problems , Design , Engineering simulation , Finite element analysis , Kinematics

Clinical Applications of Bioengineering

Drug Accumulation Into Single Drug-Sensitive and Drug-Resistant Prostate Cancer Cells Conducted on the Single Cell Bioanalyzer

Avid Khamenehfar, Ji Liu, Jia Cai, Michael Wong, Paul C. H. Li, Patrick Ling, Pamela Russell

IMECE 2014; V003T03A014doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36166

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Topics: Cancer , Drugs , Anticancer drugs , Microfluidics , Patient monitoring

Antenna Array Configuration in Holographic Microwave Imaging

Lulu Wang, Ahmed Al-Jumaily, Ray Simpkin

IMECE 2014; V003T03A015doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36556

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Topics: Imaging , Microwaves , Biomedical imaging , Resolution (Optics) , Brain , Cancer , Diseases , Simulation

A Portable Handheld Oxygen Blender: A Novel Design to Reduce Early Oxygen Toxicity

Girish Deshpande, Gautham Oroskar, Derek Oswald

IMECE 2014; V003T03A016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36619

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Topics: Design , Oxygen , Venturi tubes , Flow (Dynamics) , Nozzles , Tubing , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Damage , Dimensions

Forces Applied During Manual Assessments of Low Back Pain Patients

M. R. Gudavalli, J. W. DeVocht, T. Xia, R. D. Vining, D. G. Wilder, W. C. Meeker, C. Goertz

IMECE 2014; V003T03A017doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36774

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Topics: Computer software , Plates (structures) , Stiffness

Characterization of Calcified Plaques Retrieved From Occluded Arteries and Comparison With Potential Artificial Analogues

Louis-Philippe Riel, Steven Dion, Martin Brouillette, Simon Bérubé, Marc-Antoine Despatis, Étienne Bousser

IMECE 2014; V003T03A018doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38152

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Topics: Cardiovascular system , Diseases , Mechanical properties , Surgery , Wire

Accuracy of Surface Point Detection With an 850nm Laser and NDI Stereo Camera

Franziska S. Goerlach, Tobias Lueddemann, Jonas Pfeiffer, Tim C. Lueth

IMECE 2014; V003T03A019doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38225

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Topics: Lasers , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Instrumentation , Medical devices , Skin , Surgery , Wavelength

Effect of Varying Diameter of Dental Implants During Placements in Compromised Bony Ridges at Different Insertion Torques: A Finite Element Study

Imran Aziz, Waleed A. Khan, Faisal Moeen, Imran Akhtar, Wasim Tarar

IMECE 2014; V003T03A020doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38388

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Bone , Torque , Stress , Deformation , Manufacturing , Anisotropy , Elastic analysis , Modeling , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Joint Loading Effect on Kinematics of the Natural Knee During a Range of Simulated Walking Profiles

Fallon Fitzwater, Kim Cole, Lorin Maletsky

IMECE 2014; V003T03A021doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38995

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Topics: Kinematics , Knee , Stress , Compression , Errors , Physiology , Soft tissues

Biomechanics of Trunk During Walking Carrying Load on One Hand Using Nonlinear Methods

Vikas Yadav, Maruti Ram Gudavalli, P. K. Raju, Dan Marghitu

IMECE 2014; V003T03A022doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39720

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Topics: Biomechanics , Stress , Electromyography , Muscle , Cycles , Dimensions , Entropy , Matlab , Fatigue , Musculoskeletal system

Development of an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Ruptures Mechanism Using a Geometric Analytical Technique

A. H. Embong, A. M. Al-Jumaily, G. Mahadevan, A. Lowe, S. Sugita

IMECE 2014; V003T03A023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39823

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Topics: Aneurysms , Rupture , Deformation , Ultrasound , Biological tissues , Performance , Probes , Risk , Ultrasonic imaging

4D Mitral Valve Motion Analysis Using Multi-Plane Cine Cardiac MRI Reconstructions for Functional Classification of Patients With Mitral Regurgitation

Abhiram Rao, Prahlad G. Menon

IMECE 2014; V003T03A024doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39910

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Topics: Magnetic resonance imaging , Valves , Imaging , Maintenance , Anatomy , Databases , Decision making , Diseases , Heart failure , Image segmentation

Hand Grasping Assistance Device

Alejandra P. Garcia, Ryan P. Andrews, Logen M. Johnson, Joseph F. Santacroce, James McCusker, Douglas E. Dow

IMECE 2014; V003T03A025doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40168

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Topics: Grasping , Motors , Patient treatment , Testing , Cables , Engineering prototypes , Force sensors , Muscle , Simulation models , Stiffness

Single Molecule Analysis Tool (SMAT) for Multiplexed Label-Free Assessment of Rare Cell Populations

Anjan Panneer Selvam, Shalini Prasad

IMECE 2014; V003T03A026doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40225

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Topics: Cancer , Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy , Lung , Sensors , Stem cells

Electromyography (EMG) Controlled Assistive Rehabilitation System

Robert V. Forshaw, Nicholas W. Snow, Jared M. Wolff, Mansour Zenouzi, Douglas E. Dow

IMECE 2014; V003T03A027doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40238

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Topics: Electromyography , Engines , Motors , Signals , Muscle , Sensors , Torque , Algorithms , Diseases , Engineering prototypes

Cancer Recovery Analysis System

Priya Balasubramanian, Archana Pradeep, Deepak Dileepkumar, John P. Farris, Hugh Jack

IMECE 2014; V003T03A028doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40337

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Topics: Cancer , Surgery , Health care , Insurance , Fluids , Muscle , Proteins , Radiation therapy , Risk , Skin

Computational Modeling and Device Design

Computer Simulation and Modelling of Passive Humidification Device Cavity for Intensive Care Patient Medical Applications

Mahmoud Shafik, Anne Lechevretel

IMECE 2014; V003T03A029doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36505

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Topics: Biomedicine , Cavities , Computer simulation , Modeling , Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Heat , Design , Engineering simulation , Fluid dynamics

Mechanics of Hip Dysplasia Reduction in Infants With the Pavlik Harness Using Patient-Specific Geometry

Victor Huayamave, Christopher Rose, Mohammed Zwawi, Eduardo Divo, Faissal Moslehy, Alain Kassab, Charles Price

IMECE 2014; V003T03A030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36603

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Topics: Biomechanics , Computerized tomography , Dislocations , Dynamic response , Equilibrium (Physics) , Geometry , Gravity (Force) , Manufacturing , Muscle , Physics

Applying Kane’s Method to Model the Response of the Human Body to Whole-Body Vibration

Emma Gantzer, Shanzhong (Shawn) Duan, Teresa Binkley

IMECE 2014; V003T03A031doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36699

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Topics: Vibration , Equations of motion , Bone , Dampers , Density , Matlab , Minerals , Simulation , Springs , Tendons

Numerical Simulations and Experimental Data to Evaluate Residual Limb-Socket Interaction

Roberto Morotti, Caterina Rizzi, Daniele Regazzoni, Giorgio Colombo

IMECE 2014; V003T03A032doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36860

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Topics: Computer simulation , Simulation , Computer software , Computer-aided design , Design , Geometry , Knee , Magnetic resonance imaging , Modeling , Pressure measurement

Particulates Depositions in Patient-Specific Simulations of Respiratory System

Shahab Taherian, Hamid Rahai, Bernardo Z. Gomez, Thomas Waddington

IMECE 2014; V003T03A033doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36947

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Topics: Particulate matter , Respiratory system , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary-value problems , Computer software , Computerized tomography , Lung , Navier-Stokes equations

Modeling Cell Deformation in CTC Microfluidic Filters

Zhifeng Zhang, Jie Xu, Xiaolin Chen

IMECE 2014; V003T03A034doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37167

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Topics: Deformation , Filters , Microfluidics , Modeling , Cancer , Design , Cardiovascular system , Fluids , Inspection , Simulation

Stochastic Modeling of Crevice Corrosion With Emphasis on Titanium Alloys Modular Total Joint Arthroplasty

Sandeep Rajput, Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2014; V003T03A035doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37300

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Corrosion , Modeling , Titanium alloys , Alloys , Junctions , ASTM International , Chemical reactions , Fatigue , Fluids

Mathematical Analysis of the Motion of Fluid in Between Ceramic-on-Ceramic Total Joint Arthroplasty Bearing Surfaces

Manish Paliwal, Thulsi Wickramasinghe

IMECE 2014; V003T03A036doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37301

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Bearings , Ceramics , Fluids , Mathematical analysis , Fluid film lubrication , Friction , Impulse (Physics) , Stick-slip , Surface roughness

Wearable Wireless Inertial Sensors for Estimation of Gait Parameters and its Integration With Portable Harness Ambulatory System for Rehabilitation

Neelesh Kumar, Sasan Haghani, Devdas Shetty

IMECE 2014; V003T03A037doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38028

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Topics: Sensors , Engineering prototypes , Accelerometers , Computers , Microelectromechanical systems , Patient monitoring , Rehabilitation devices , Storage

Computational Modeling of 3D Printed Tissue-on-a-Chip Microfluidic Devices as Drug Screening Platforms

Filippos Tourlomousis, Robert C. Chang

IMECE 2014; V003T03A038doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38454

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Topics: Additive manufacturing , Biological tissues , Computer simulation , Drugs , Microfluidics , Flow (Dynamics) , Liver , Shear stress , Diffusion (Physics) , Modeling

System for Assistance on Bath of Bedridden Elderly People

Karolina Bezerra, José Machado, Vitor Carvalho, Filomena Soares, Bruno Silva, Demétrio Matos, Celina P. Leão

IMECE 2014; V003T03A039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38711

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Topics: Conceptual design , Mechatronic devices

Effect of Head Weight on the Biomechanics of a Cervical Spine Under Extension and Flexion Moments

Wissal Mesfar, Kodjo Moglo

IMECE 2014; V003T03A040doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38767

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Topics: Biomechanics , Cervical spine , Weight (Mass) , Center of mass , Finite element model , Kinematics , Stress

Stent Expansion in Curved Vessel and Their Interactions: An In Vitro Study

Shijia Zhao, Shengmao Lin, Linxia Gu

IMECE 2014; V003T03A041doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39293

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Topics: Stents , Vessels , Anisotropy , Deformation , Design , Optimization

Semi Active Hand Orthosis

Rosa I. Flores-Luna, Pol D. Torres-Martínez, Mariano García-del-Gállego, Jesus M. Dorador-Gonzalez

IMECE 2014; V003T03A042doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39294

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Topics: Orthotics , Actuators , Design , Mechanical admittance , Wounds

Effects of Rod Shapes on the Drag Force of Particles in a Shear Flow

Samuel Musong, Zhi-Gang Feng, Kai Chen, Quan-Wei Xu

IMECE 2014; V003T03A043doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39421

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Topics: Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Particulate matter , Shapes , Shear flow , Nanoparticles , Drug delivery systems , Computer simulation , Design , Fluids , Microparticles

In-Silico Evaluation of Effects of Swirl Direction and Intensity on Aortic Flow Patterns Induced by an Aortic Pump Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

Priti G. Albal, Prahlad G. Menon

IMECE 2014; V003T03A044doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39711

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Pumps , Aorta , Aortic arch , Design , Physiology , Bridges (Structures) , Heart failure , Hemodynamics

Error Reduction and Performance Improvement of Palpation for Human Soft Tissues Based on 3D Indentation System

Zhimeng Li, Atsushi Sakuma

IMECE 2014; V003T03A045doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39736

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Topics: Errors , Soft tissues , Cancer , Atomic force microscopy , Biological tissues , Echoes , Elastic moduli , Mammography , Skin , Testing

Design of Bioabsorbable Polymeric Humeral Fracture Fixation Device

Lauren Hazlett, Gabriella Becker, Allyn Calvis, Mary Verzi, Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2014; V003T03A046doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39743

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Topics: Design , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Stiffness , Stress , Surgery , Bone , Biocompatible polymers , Dislocations , Finite element analysis

Virtual Airway Pressure and Lung Temperature Sensors in a Total Liquid Ventilation Connector

Raymond Robert, Philippe Micheau, Mathieu Nadeau, Jonathan Vandamme, Julien Mousseau, Olivier Avoine, Michael Sage, Jean-Paul Praud, Hervé Walti

IMECE 2014; V003T03A047doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40070

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Topics: Lung , Pressure , Temperature sensors , Ventilation , Sensors , Temperature , Collapse , Control equipment , Design , Temperature measurement

Adaptive Bone Remodeling to Capture the Trabecular Bone Morphology of the Proximal Femur

S. Mohammad Ali Banijamali, Ramin Oftadeh, Ashkan Vaziri, Hamid Nayeb-Hashemi

IMECE 2014; V003T03A048doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40089

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Topics: Bone , Stress , Density , Rods , Stairs , Computerized tomography , Cross section (Physics) , Plates (structures) , Shells , X-rays

Investigation of Upper Cervical Spine Injury due to Frontal and Rear Impact Loading Using Finite Element Analysis

Tanvir Mustafy, Kodjo Moglo, Samer Adeeb, Marwan El-Rich

IMECE 2014; V003T03A049doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40209

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Topics: Cervical spine , Finite element analysis , Wounds , Failure , Bone , Pressure , Stress , Disks , Displacement , Finite element model

Investigation of Lumbosacral Spine Anatomical Variation Effect on Load-Partitioning Under Follower Load Using Geometrically Personalized Finite Element Model

Sadegh Naserkhaki, Jacob L. Jaremko, Greg Kawchuk, Samer Adeeb, Marwan El-Rich

IMECE 2014; V003T03A050doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40231

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Topics: Finite element model , Stress , Disks , Fibers , Lumbar spine , Anatomy , Biological tissues , Finite element analysis , Geometry , Stability

Developing a Physical Model of an Electromechanically Actuated Valve to Model Valve Disease In Vitro

Krishna Chaitanya Manthripragada, Chandler P. Lagarde, Charles E. Taylor

IMECE 2014; V003T03A051doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40268

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Topics: Diseases , Valves , Design , Computational fluid dynamics , Cardiovascular system , Finite element analysis , Torque , Actuators , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics

Dynamics and Control in Biomechanical Systems

Validation of Complementary Filter Based IMU Data Fusion for Tracking Torso Angle and Rifle Orientation

Ryan S. McGinnis, Stephen M. Cain, Steven P. Davidson, Rachel V. Vitali, Scott G. McLean, N. C. Perkins

IMECE 2014; V003T03A052doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36909

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Topics: Data fusion , Filters , Filtration , Accelerometers , Cycles , Errors , Measurement units and standards , Microelectromechanical systems , Sensors , Soldiers

Novel Periodic and Turning Motions in the Simplest Passive Walking Model

M. R. Sabaapour, M. R. Hairi Yazdi, B. Beigzadeh

IMECE 2014; V003T03A053doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36976

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Simulation , Stability , Turning , Wheels

Effect of Heel to Toe Walking on Time Optimal Walking of a Biped During Single Support Phase

Tara Farizeh, Mohammad Jafar Sadigh

IMECE 2014; V003T03A054doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38214

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Topics: Dynamic modeling , Energy consumption , Stability

Joint Impact Forces of a Biped Walking on an Uneven Ground

Marzieh Mojaddarasil, Mohammad Jafar Sadigh

IMECE 2014; V003T03A055doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38293

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Elasticity , Manipulators , Robots

Effect of Toe-Joint and Heel Height on Balancing of a Standing Biped

Ehsan Kouchaki, Mohammad Jafar Sadigh

IMECE 2014; V003T03A056doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38350

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Topics: Actuators , Pendulums , Stability

Design of Elastic Element and Controller Algorithm

Zhuohua Shen, Junming Zhang, Manish Anand, Jared Schwartzentruber, Justin Seipel

IMECE 2014; V003T03A057doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38758

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Topics: Algorithms , Control equipment , Design , Stiffness , Actuators , Simulation , Springs , Steel , Strips , Torque

Dynamic Test for Human Knee Ligament Structure Assessment

Dumitru I. Caruntu, Eduardo Granados

IMECE 2014; V003T03A058doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39414

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Topics: Knee , Dynamic testing (Engineering) , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Cartilage , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Viscoelasticity

Universal Android-Based Kit for Wireless Control of Wheelchairs

Paul Mitzlaff, Robert Niznik, Redwan Alqasemi, Rajiv Dubey

IMECE 2014; V003T03A059doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39425

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Topics: Humanoid robots , Wheelchairs , Control systems , Testing , Accelerometers , Sensors , User interfaces

Energy Dissipation Rate Control for Planar Biped Walking Robot Based on the Property of Passive Dynamic Walking

Mohsen Azimi, M. R. Hairi Yazdi

IMECE 2014; V003T03A060doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39628

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Topics: Energy dissipation , Robots , Control equipment , Energy levels (Quantum mechanics) , Knee , Shapes , Simulation results

Wavelet Transform for Human Gait With an Asymmetric Load

Cosmin Berceanu, Dan Marghitu, Maruti Ram Gudavalli, P. K. Raju, Vikas Yadav

IMECE 2014; V003T03A061doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39751

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Topics: Stress , Wavelet transforms , Wavelets , Cycles , Discrete wavelet transforms , Kinematics , Signals , Students , Weight (Mass)

Minimal Kinematic Model for Inverse Dynamic Analysis of Gait

D. S. Mohan Varma, S. Sujatha

IMECE 2014; V003T03A062doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39942

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Kinematics , Center of mass , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Degrees of freedom , Gait analysis , Knee , Optimization , Shapes

Effect of Combined Motion on Force Transmission of a Flexible Instrument

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

IMECE 2014; V003T03A063doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40076

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Topics: Instrumentation , Friction , Simulation , Endoscopes , Robotics , Rotation , Simulation results , Surgery

The Development of a Dynamic Adaptive Driving Simulator

Sarah M. Tudor, Stephanie L. Carey, Rajiv V. Dubey

IMECE 2014; V003T03A064doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40152

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Topics: Actuators , Biomedicine , Brakes , Braking , Computer software , Computers , Degrees of freedom , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Feedback , Flow (Dynamics)

Development of a Dynamic Knee Actuator for a KAFO Using Superelastic Alloys

Feng Tian, Mohamed Samir Hefzy, Mohammad Elahinia

IMECE 2014; V003T03A065doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40431

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Topics: Actuators , Alloys , Knee , Cycles , Additive manufacturing , Computer simulation , Conceptual design , Engineering prototypes , Orthotics , Rotation

Innovations in Processing, Characterization and Applications of Bioengineered Materials

Contact Mechanics Model of Lateral Resurfacing Elbow With Inclusion of Rough Surfaces

Mohammad Hodaei, Kambiz Farhang

IMECE 2014; V003T03A066doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36006

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Topics: Contact mechanics , Surface roughness , Metals , Separation (Technology) , Bone , Cartilage , Cycles , Deformation , Design , Diseases

Monte Carlo Simulation of Backscatter Signals Through Thin Scattering Layers for Biomedical Applications

R. Eze, Y. Hassebo

IMECE 2014; V003T03A067doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36352

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Topics: Backscattering , Biomedicine , Electromagnetic scattering , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Signals , Simulation , Photons , Radiation (Physics) , Bioengineering

Application of Homogenization Theory to Study the Mechanics of Cortical Bone

Ilige S. Hage, Mu'tasem A. Shehadeh, Ramsey F. Hamade

IMECE 2014; V003T03A068doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36427

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Topics: Bone , Porosity , Shapes , Stiffness , Tensors , Young's modulus , Image segmentation , Blood , Canals , Poisson ratio

A Study on Mechanical Behavior of Dental Hard Tissues and Dental Restorative Materials by Three-Point Bending Test

K. J. Chun, C. Y. Kim, J. Y. Lee

IMECE 2014; V003T03A069doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36645

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Topics: Biological tissues , Mechanical behavior , Gold alloys , Deflection , Enameling , Titanium alloys , Amalgams , Ceramics , Mechanical properties , Resins

Analytical Models to Determine the Electric Field Characteristics of a Multi-Electrode Impedimetric Immunosensor in a Digital Microfluidic Device

Steffen O. P. Blume, Michael J. Schertzer, Ridha Ben Mrad, Pierre E. Sullivan

IMECE 2014; V003T03A070doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37571

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Topics: Electric fields , Electrodes , Microfluidics , Chemical reactions , Computer simulation , Design , Finite element analysis , Fluids

Evaluation of Decalcification Induced Changes in Bone Strength Using Electrical Conductivity Measurements

Vladislav Sevostianov

IMECE 2014; V003T03A071doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38638

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Topics: Bone , Electrical conductivity , Electrical resistivity , Electrical properties , Young's modulus , Bending strength , Electrical resistance , Machinery , Mechanical properties , Microscopy

Development of a Test Bank for Fluid Dynamic Analysis of Two Prosthetic Heart Valves Using Air as Working Fluid

Luz M. Rivera, Ana I. Crispín, Nelson Escobar, Lina M. Hoyos, John Bustamante

IMECE 2014; V003T03A072doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39804

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Topics: Dynamic analysis , Fluids , Heart valve prostheses , Valves , Blood , Design , Hemodynamics , Artificial limbs , Density , Disks

Poster

Aquaponics: A Sustainable Food Production System

Maryam Shafahi, Daniel Woolston

IMECE 2014; V003T03A073doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39441

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Topics: Food products , Manufacturing systems , Sustainability , Water , Cycles , Filters , Water conservation , Fertilizer application , Irrigation (Agriculture) , Soil

Transport Phenomena in Biomedical Applications

Inflow Conditions and the Wall Shear Stress Characteristics of a Biofluid in Separated and Reattached Flow Regions

Khaled J. Hammad

IMECE 2014; V003T03A074doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36428

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Inflow , Shear stress , Blood , Flow separation , Rheology , Shear (Mechanics) , Yield stress , Corners (Structural elements) , Momentum

Observation of Thrombus Formation Process by High Shear Rate on Various Flows and CFD Based Prediction Method for Thrombus Formation Rate

Masaaki Tamagawa

IMECE 2014; V003T03A075doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38002

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Shear rate , Thrombosis , Shear stress , Visualization

Experimental Assessment of Emitted Dose From Valved Holding Chamber Devices

Ricardo F. Oliveira, Manuel V. Silva, Ana V. Machado, Manuel Oliveira, Helena Maria Cabral-Marques, Senhorinha F. Teixeira, José Carlos Teixeira

IMECE 2014; V003T03A076doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38846

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Topics: Air flow , Diamonds , Dimensions , Drugs , Electromagnetic induction , Filters , Stainless steel , Ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry , Vacuum pumps , Vortices

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Maryam Shafahi, Parham Piroozan

IMECE 2014; V003T03A077doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39438

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Topics: Drug delivery systems , Drugs , Anatomy , Biochemistry , Biological tissues , Computer software , Computers , Cornea , Damage , Diffusion (Physics)

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Mathieu Nadeau, Philippe Micheau, Raymond Robert, Jonathan Vandamme, Julien Mousseau, Renaud Tissier, Olivier Avoine, Pamela Samanta Germim, Michaël Sage, Jean-Paul Praud, Hervé Walti

IMECE 2014; V003T03A078doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-40108

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Topics: Ventilation , Lung , Carbon dioxide , Electromagnetic induction , Heat exchangers , Temperature , Blood , Density , Engineering prototypes , Heat capacity

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Ceramic on-Ceramic Hip Implants: Analysis of Friction Induced Squeal

Mark Sidebottom, D. G. Allan, Manish Paliwal

IMECE 2014; V003T03A079doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-36821

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Topics: Ceramics , Friction , Hip joint prostheses , Bearings , Metals , Stiffness , Boundary-value problems , Limit cycles , Mathematical analysis , Modal analysis

High-Intensity Targeted Cavitation as a More Efficient and Safer Approach to Treat Kidney Stones

Steven Dion, Louis-Philippe Riel, Michael W. Sourial, Martin Brouillette

IMECE 2014; V003T03A080doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37120

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Topics: Cavitation , Kidney , Shock waves , Generators , Artificial kidneys , Biological tissues , Delays , Emissions , Engineering prototypes , Erosion

Super Imposed Length Oscillations (SILO) and Their Effect on Asthmatic Models (Acute and Chronic) During an Asthmatic Attack

Miguel Jo-Avila, Kevin Roos, Ahmed Al-Jumaily, Jun Lu

IMECE 2014; V003T03A081doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37633

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Topics: Oscillations , Relaxation (Physics) , Diseases , Drugs , Muscle , Physiology

Effects of Mechanical Vibration on Multilayering of Cultured Osteoblasts

Toshihiko Shiraishi, Akinori Ishii, Shin Morishita

IMECE 2014; V003T03A082doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37731

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Topics: Osteoblasts , Vibration , Adhesion , Density , Microscopy

Study on Detection of Epileptic Discharges Based on a Duffing Oscillator Model

Takahiro Murakami, Yasumi Ukida, Masami Fujii, Michiyasu Suzuki, Takashi Saito

IMECE 2014; V003T03A083doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38107

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Topics: Electromagnetic spectrum , Energy dissipation , Waves

Anti-Matching Design for Wave Isolation in Dual Frequency Transducer for Intravascular Super-Harmonic Imaging

Jianguo Ma, Sibo Li, Zhuochen Wang, Xiaoning Jiang

IMECE 2014; V003T03A084doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38844

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Topics: Design , Imaging , Transducers , Waves , Echoes , Engineering prototypes , Pressure , Atherosclerosis , Cardiovascular system , Diseases

A Bi-Frequency Co-Linear Array Transducer for Biomedical Ultrasound Imaging

Zhuochen Wang, Sibo Li, Ruibin Liu, Xuecang Geng, Xiaoning Jiang

IMECE 2014; V003T03A085doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38871

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Topics: Biomedical ultrasonics , Imaging , Transducers , Resolution (Optics) , Ultrasonic imaging , Patient diagnosis , Phantoms , Surgery , Tradeoffs , Ultrasound

Enhancement of Ultrasonic Cavitation Yield by Dual-Frequency Sonication

Sijia Guo, Xiaoning Jiang

IMECE 2014; V003T03A086doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39641

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Topics: Cavitation , Bubbles , Ultrasound , Acoustics , Biomedicine , Design , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Modeling , Pressure

Viscoelasticity of Biological Tissues and Ultrasound Applications

Aging in Soft Tissues: Influence of Chemical Reactions on Mechanical Response

Mythravaruni Pullela, Parag Ravindran

IMECE 2014; V003T03A087doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-37801

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Topics: Chemical reactions , Soft tissues , Biological tissues , Mechanical behavior , Oxidation , Proteins , Viscoelastic materials

Viscoelasticity Measurement of Softness by Indentation Devices for Evaluation of Human Skin

Atsushi Sakuma, Yuma Sango

IMECE 2014; V003T03A088doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-38261

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Topics: Skin , Viscoelasticity , Elasticity , Biological tissues , Reliability , Testing , Ultraviolet radiation

Evaluation Technique of Viscoelasticity of Pulsatile Tube Imitating Artery

Hiroya Nakagawa, Atsushi Sakuma, Takaya Simpo, Kazuhiko Sakai

IMECE 2014; V003T03A089doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/IMECE2014-39256

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Topics: Viscoelasticity , Biological tissues , Constitutive equations , Cylinders , Deformation , Evaluation methods , Pressure , Silicone rubber , Solid models

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