Proceedings Papers

Robotics Simulation of Joint Motion

Validation of Computational Knee Models Using a Dynamic Knee Simulator

Trent M. Guess, Mohammad Kia, Katherine Weimer, Kevin Dodd, Lorin Maletsky

SBC 2008; 1-2https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192490

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View Articletitled, Validation of Computational Knee Models Using a Dynamic Knee Simulator

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Topics: Knee , Modeling , Machinery , Biological tissues , Biomechanics , Dynamic testing (Materials) , Engineering simulation , Kinematics , Muscle , Physiology

Verification of a Dynamic Knee Simulator Computational Model

Amber N. Reeve, Mike A. Strickland, Lorin P. Maletsky, Mark Taylor

SBC 2008; 3-4https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192620

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View Articletitled, Verification of a Dynamic Knee Simulator Computational Model

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Topics: Knee , Accounting , Actuators , Artificial limbs , Control equipment , Control systems , Damping , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Feedback , Friction

Accuracy and Precision of a Control System for an Elbow Joint Simulator

Patrick J. Schimoler, Jeffrey S. Vipperman, Laurel Kuxhaus, Daniel D. Budny, Angela M. Flamm, Mark E. Baratz, Mark Carl Miller

SBC 2008; 5-6https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192826

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View Articletitled, Accuracy and Precision of a Control System for an Elbow Joint Simulator

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Topics: Accuracy and precision , Control systems , Joint mechanics , Prostheses , Soft tissues , Surgery , Testing

Development of a Novel In-Vitro Simulator for Elbow Motion

L. M. Ferreira, J. W. Pollock, G. J. King, J. A. Johnson

SBC 2008; 7-8https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192944

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View Articletitled, Development of a Novel In-Vitro Simulator for Elbow Motion

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Topics: Gravity (Force) , Muscle , Simulation , Stability , Stress , Surgery , Weight (Mass)

A Robotic Dynamic Activity Simulator: Design, Performance and Application

Neil A. Sharkey, Andrew H. Hoskins

SBC 2008; 9-10https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193122

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View Articletitled, A Robotic Dynamic Activity Simulator: Design, Performance and Application

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Topics: Computer simulation , Design , Physiology , Robotics , Stress

Dynamic Joint Force Simulator

Ryan N. Farmer, Kelly Hendricks, Terence E. McIff

SBC 2008; 11-12https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193190

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Joint Force Simulator

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Bone , Fatigue , Machinery , Physiology , Stability , Stress , Testing , Wear

Bone Mechanics

Probabilistic Prediction of Microdamage Progression in Bone

X. Neil Dong, Daniel M. Sparkman, Huijie Leng, Harry R. Millwater, Xiaodu Wang

SBC 2008; 13-14https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192653

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View Articletitled, Probabilistic Prediction of Microdamage Progression in Bone

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Topics: Bone , Damage , Microcracks , Fracture (Materials) , Bone fractures , Composite materials , Finite element model , Minerals , Optical microscopes

Simulation of Nano- and Micro-Indentation Behavior of Bone via a Plastic-Damage Model

Jingzhou Zhang, Timothy Ovaert

SBC 2008; 15-16https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192795

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Nano- and Micro-Indentation Behavior of Bone via a Plastic-Damage Model

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Topics: Bone , Damage , Simulation , Fracture (Materials) , Mechanical properties , Stress , Compacting , Composite materials , Manganese (Metal) , Materials degradation

Effects of External Loading on the Morphology of the Yielded Regions in Trabecular Bone Predicted by FEA

Xiutao Shi, Xiang Wang, Glen L. Niebur

SBC 2008; 17-18https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193007

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View Articletitled, Effects of External Loading on the Morphology of the Yielded Regions in Trabecular Bone Predicted by FEA

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Topics: Bone , Finite element analysis , Biological tissues , Density , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Minerals , Osteoporosis , Stress

Inhibition of Bone Loss and Muscle Atrophy by Dynamic Muscle Contractions With Rest Periods in a Functional Disuse Mouse Model

Adiba Ali, Yi-Xian Qin

SBC 2008; 19-20https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193066

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View Articletitled, Inhibition of Bone Loss and Muscle Atrophy by Dynamic Muscle Contractions With Rest Periods in a Functional Disuse Mouse Model

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Topics: Bone , Muscle , Fatigue , Physiology , Fluid dynamics , Musculoskeletal system , Osteoporosis , Pressure , Pumps , Signals

Sub-Micron 3D Fluorescent Imaging and Visualization of Remodeling Cavities in Cancellous Bone

Craig R. Slyfield, Ryan E. Tomlinson, Evgeniy V. Tkachenko, Kyle E. Neimeyer, Grant J. Steyer, David L. Wilson, Christopher J. Hernandez

SBC 2008; 21-22https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193099

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View Articletitled, Sub-Micron 3D Fluorescent Imaging and Visualization of Remodeling Cavities in Cancellous Bone

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Topics: Bone , Cavities , Imaging , Visualization , Mechanical properties , Stress , Biological tissues , Finite element analysis , Materials properties , Microscale devices

Analysis of In Vivo Strains in the Tibial Metaphysis of Adult Rats During Voluntary Exercising Protocols

S. D. Bouse, J. Swift, S. A. Bloomfield, H. A. Hogan

SBC 2008; 23-24https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193247

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View Articletitled, Analysis of In Vivo Strains in the Tibial Metaphysis of Adult Rats During Voluntary Exercising Protocols

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Topics: Bone , Strain measurement , Weight (Mass)

Cardiac Mechanics

Quantifying the Motion of Murine Epicardial Coronary Arteries

David S. Long, Hui Zhu, Morton H. Friedman

SBC 2008; 25-26https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192065

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View Articletitled, Quantifying the Motion of Murine Epicardial Coronary Arteries

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Topics: Coronary arteries , Atherosclerosis , Risk , Diseases , Stress , Bifurcation , Diabetes , Endothelial cells , Exterior walls , Fluid mechanics

A New Method to Diagnose Left Ventricular Dyssynchrony With Analysis of Heart Wall Thickening From Cardiac CT

Matthew J. Goette, Jana G. Delfino, Brandon K. Fornwalt, John N. Oshinski

SBC 2008; 27-28https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192629

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View Articletitled, A New Method to Diagnose Left Ventricular Dyssynchrony With Analysis of Heart Wall Thickening From Cardiac CT

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Topics: Drugs , Heart failure , Pacemakers , Patient treatment

Viscoelastic Material Properties of the Hamburger-Hamilton Stage 12 Chick Heart

Jiang Yao, Victor D. Varner, Renato Perucchio, Larry A. Taber

SBC 2008; 29-30https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192766

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View Articletitled, Viscoelastic Material Properties of the Hamburger-Hamilton Stage 12 Chick Heart

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Topics: Viscoelastic materials , Biological tissues , Finite element methods , Materials properties , Viscoelasticity

Mechanical Properties of the Porcine Coronary Artery

Chantal N. van den Broek, Marcel M. Rutten, Frans N. van de Vosse

SBC 2008; 31-32https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192777

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View Articletitled, Mechanical Properties of the Porcine Coronary Artery

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Topics: Coronary arteries , Mechanical properties , Catheters , Diseases , Stents

Strain Mapping of LV Myocardium and its Correlation With Activation of Apoptotic Molecular Pathways Post Infarction

Changfu Wu, Tieluo Li, Kinjal Savai, Bartley P. Griffith, Zhongjun J. Wu

SBC 2008; 33-34https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193133

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View Articletitled, Strain Mapping of LV Myocardium and its Correlation With Activation of Apoptotic Molecular Pathways Post Infarction

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Topics: Myocardium , Self repair capability

CFD Study of the Relationship Between Wall Shear Stress and Aspect Ratio in Elastase Induced Rabbit Aneurysm Models

Zijing Zeng, Hasballah Zakaria, Ramanathan Kadirvel, Yong-Hong Ding, Debra A. Lewis, David F. Kallmes, Anne Marie Robertson

SBC 2008; 35-36https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193139

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View Articletitled, CFD Study of the Relationship Between Wall Shear Stress and Aspect Ratio in Elastase Induced Rabbit Aneurysm Models

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Topics: Aneurysms , Computational fluid dynamics , Shear stress , Rupture , Carotid arteries , Endothelial cells , Hemodynamics , Muscle , Risk

Evaluation of Analytic Estimates of Ventricular Wall Stress Using the Finite Element Method

Christopher M. Ingrassia, Shantanu Y. Jani, Kevin D. Costa

SBC 2008; 37-38https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193262

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View Articletitled, Evaluation of Analytic Estimates of Ventricular Wall Stress Using the Finite Element Method

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Topics: Finite element methods , Stress , Cardiology , Echocardiography , Hoop stress

Modeling of Human Circulation in Health and Disease

Sensitivity of Hemodynamic Parameters to Waveform, Flow Division, and Head Rotation in the Human Carotid Bifurcation

Yannis Papaharilaou, Ioannis Seimenis, John Ekaterinaris, Georgios Georgiou, Eleni Eracleous, Brigitta C. Brott, Andreas Anayiotos

SBC 2008; 39-40https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-189696

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View Articletitled, Sensitivity of Hemodynamic Parameters to Waveform, Flow Division, and Head Rotation in the Human Carotid Bifurcation

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Topics: Bifurcation , Flow (Dynamics) , Hemodynamics , Rotation , Shear stress , Atherosclerosis , Computational fluid dynamics , Diseases , Shear (Mechanics)

Correlation Among Hemodynamic Parameters at the Carotid Bifurcation

Sang-Wook Lee, Luca Antiga, David A. Steinman

SBC 2008; 41-42https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191769

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View Articletitled, Correlation Among Hemodynamic Parameters at the Carotid Bifurcation

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Topics: Bifurcation , Hemodynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Atherosclerosis , Diseases

Validation of 1D Model of the Systemic Arterial Tree Including the Cerebral Circulation

Philippe Reymond, Fabrice Merenda, Fabienne Perren, Daniel Rüfenacht, Nikos Stergiopulos

SBC 2008; 43-44https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192529

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View Articletitled, Validation of 1D Model of the Systemic Arterial Tree Including the Cerebral Circulation

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Topics: Cerebral arteries

Comparison of Outflow Condition Models on the Effect of Wall Shear Stress Distribution in Patient Specific Coronary Trees

Alina G. van der Giessen, Frank J. H. Gijsen, Jolanda J. Wentzel, Harald C. Groen, Anton F. W. van der Steen, Frans N. van de Vosse

SBC 2008; 45-46https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192774

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View Articletitled, Comparison of Outflow Condition Models on the Effect of Wall Shear Stress Distribution in Patient Specific Coronary Trees

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Topics: Outflow , Shear stress , Atherosclerosis , Bifurcation

Hemodynamic Energy Dissipation in the Cardiovascular System: Generalized Theoretical Analysis on Disease States

Lakshmi P. Dasi, Kerem Pekkan, Kartik S. Sundareswaran, Diane de Zelicourt, Resmi Krishnankutty, Pedro J. del Nido, Ajit P. Yoganathan

SBC 2008; 47-48https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192936

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View Articletitled, Hemodynamic Energy Dissipation in the Cardiovascular System: Generalized Theoretical Analysis on Disease States

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Topics: Cardiovascular system , Diseases , Energy dissipation , Hemodynamics , Theoretical analysis , Heart failure , Pressure

A Hydrodynamic Efficiency Parameter as a Novel Left Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction Diagnostic Metric

Kelley C. Stewart, Rahul Kumar, John J. Charonko, Pavlos P. Vlachos, William C. Little

SBC 2008; 49-50https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192954

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View Articletitled, A Hydrodynamic Efficiency Parameter as a Novel Left Ventricular Diastolic Dysfunction Diagnostic Metric

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Physics , Wave propagation , Waves

Nerem Symposium: Stem Cell Bioengineering

Amniotic Fluid Derived Stem Cells for Cardiac Muscle Therapies

Shay Soker, Dawn Delo, Samira Neshat, Anthony Atala

SBC 2008; 51-52https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192492

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View Articletitled, Amniotic Fluid Derived Stem Cells for Cardiac Muscle Therapies

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Topics: Fluids , Myocardium , Patient treatment , Stem cells , Biological tissues , Diseases , Pediatrics

Effects of Encapsulation Microenvironment on Embryonic Stem Cell Differentiation

Lulu Li, Rene Schloss, Noshir Langrana, Martin Yarmush

SBC 2008; 53-54https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192587

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View Articletitled, Effects of Encapsulation Microenvironment on Embryonic Stem Cell Differentiation

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Topics: Stem cells , Microencapsulation

Geometric Control of Mechanical Forces and Stem Cell Differentiation

Leo Q. Wan, Sylvia M. Kang, George Eng, X. Lux Lu, B. Bob Huo, Jeffrey Gimble, X. Edward Guo, Van C. Mow, Gordana Vunjak-Novakovic

SBC 2008; 55-56https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192680

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View Articletitled, Geometric Control of Mechanical Forces and Stem Cell Differentiation

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Topics: Biological tissues , Biology , Feedback , Stem cells

Transient Exposure to TGF-B3 Improves Mechanical Properties of MSC-Laden Constructs

Alice H. Huang, Ashley Stein, Meira Yeger-McKeever, Rocky S. Tuan, Robert L. Mauck

SBC 2008; 57-58https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193130

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View Articletitled, Transient Exposure to TGF-B3 Improves Mechanical Properties of MSC-Laden Constructs

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Transients (Dynamics) , Chondrocytes , Cartilage , Density , Hydrogels , Biological tissues , Enzymes , Parity (Physics) , Shock (Mechanics)

Stem Cells and Vascular Regenerative Medicine

Taby Ahsan, Adele M. Doyle, Garry P. Duffy, Frank Barry, Robert M. Nerem

SBC 2008; 59-60https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193591

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View Articletitled, Stem Cells and Vascular Regenerative Medicine

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Topics: Biomedicine , Stem cells , Vessels , Muscle , Biological tissues , Blood vessels , Endothelial cells , Patient treatment , Blood flow , Maintenance

Nerem Symposium: Mechanics and Biology of the Endothelial Cell

High Shear Stress Induces Production of Matrix Metalloproteinase in Endothelial Cells

Naoya Sakamoto, Toshiro Ohashi, Masaaki Sato

SBC 2008; 61-62https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192695

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View Articletitled, High Shear Stress Induces Production of Matrix Metalloproteinase in Endothelial Cells

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Topics: Endothelial cells , Shear stress , Aneurysms , Biological tissues , Fibers , Physiology , Vessels

Interaction of Shear Stress, Myosin II, and Actin in Dynamic Modulation of Endothelial Cell Microrheology

Jhanvi H. Dangaria, Peter J. Butler

SBC 2008; 63-64https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192947

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View Articletitled, Interaction of Shear Stress, Myosin II, and Actin in Dynamic Modulation of Endothelial Cell Microrheology

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Topics: Endothelial cells , Shear stress , Adhesion , Diffusion (Physics) , Energy dissipation , Molecular motors , Polymerization , Polymers , Proteins , Stress

Role of Mechanical Forces in Endothelial Homeostasis

Shu Chien

SBC 2008; 65-66https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193197

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View Articletitled, Role of Mechanical Forces in Endothelial Homeostasis

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Topics: Diseases , Endothelial cells , Fibers , Flow (Dynamics) , Proteins , Sensors , Shear flow , Shear stress , Stress , Transients (Dynamics)

A Theoretical Model of Stretch-Induced Stress Fiber Remodeling

Roland Kaunas

SBC 2008; 67-68https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193241

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View Articletitled, A Theoretical Model of Stretch-Induced Stress Fiber Remodeling

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Topics: Fibers , Stress , Adhesion , Cardiac cycle , Endothelial cells , Mechanical properties , Proteins , Shapes , Tensegrity

The Influence of Realistic Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula Wall Shear Stress (WSS) on Endothelial Cell (EC) Gene Expression: A Correlation to Intimal Hyperplasia Development

Gráinne T. Carroll, Paul D. Devereux, Anthony Callanan, Tim M. McGloughlin, Michael T. Walsh

SBC 2008; 69-70https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193248

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View Articletitled, The Influence of Realistic Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula Wall Shear Stress (WSS) on Endothelial Cell (EC) Gene Expression: A Correlation to Intimal Hyperplasia Development

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Topics: Endothelial cells , Junctions , Leukocytes , Muscle , Shear stress , Surface mount components , Thrombosis

Nerem Symposium: Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials

Fabrication of Micropatterned Hydrogels Using Maskless Photopolymerization for Tissue Engineering Applications

Ozlem Yasar, Michael Dinh, Shih-Feng Lan, Binil Starly

SBC 2008; 71-72https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192377

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View Articletitled, Fabrication of Micropatterned Hydrogels Using Maskless Photopolymerization for Tissue Engineering Applications

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Topics: Hydrogels , Manufacturing , Tissue engineering , Stereolithography , Biological tissues , Computer-aided design , Lithography , Molding , Printing , Rapid prototyping

Use of Polyelectrolyte Films in Vascular Tissue Engineering

H. Kerdjoudj, V. Moby, N. Berthelemy, J. C. Voegel, P. Menu, J. F. Stoltz

SBC 2008; 73https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192538

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View Articletitled, Use of Polyelectrolyte Films in Vascular Tissue Engineering

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Topics: Tissue engineering , Proton exchange membranes , Adhesion , Biomedicine , Endothelial cells , Glass , Blood , Coating processes , Coatings , Cryonics

A Combined Theoretical-Experimental Paradigm for Studying Mechanical Conditioning of Tissue Engineered Arteries

Julia Raykin, Alexander Rachev, Michael Zaucha, Rudolph L. Gleason, Jr.

SBC 2008; 75-76https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192746

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View Articletitled, A Combined Theoretical-Experimental Paradigm for Studying Mechanical Conditioning of Tissue Engineered Arteries

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Topics: Biological tissues , Bending (Stress) , Biomechanics , Blood vessels , Shear stress , Stress , Biochemistry , Biology , Engineering disciplines , Materials science

Multi Layered Polycaprolactone-Elastin-Collagen Small Diameter Conduits for Vascular Tissue Engineering

Michael J. McClure, Scott A. Sell, Gary L. Bowlin

SBC 2008; 77-78https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192895

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View Articletitled, Multi Layered Polycaprolactone-Elastin-Collagen Small Diameter Conduits for Vascular Tissue Engineering

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Topics: Biological tissues , Biomechanics , Blood flow , Deformation , Elasticity , Endothelial cells , Energy dissipation , Fibroblasts , Heat , Manufacturing

Role of Nanofibrous Scaffold Geometry in Cellular Adhesion

Ming Chen, Heather Michaud, Michael L. Lovett, David L. Kaplan, Sankha Bhowmick

SBC 2008; 79-80https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192946

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View Articletitled, Role of Nanofibrous Scaffold Geometry in Cellular Adhesion

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Topics: Adhesion , Geometry , Fibers , Fibroblasts

Engineered Heart Valve Tissue Formation at the Organ Level: Effects of Flow Dynamics on Tissue Development

Sharan Ramaswamy, Danielle Gottlieb, John E. Mayer, Jr., Michael S. Sacks

SBC 2008; 81-82https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193216

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View Articletitled, Engineered Heart Valve Tissue Formation at the Organ Level: Effects of Flow Dynamics on Tissue Development

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Topics: Biological tissues , Flow (Dynamics) , Valves , Geometry , Bending (Stress) , Biomechanics , Fluids , Optimization , Physiology , Stress

Nerem Symposium: Musculoskeletal Tissue Engineering

A Novel Braid-Twist Scaffold for ACL Repair: Control of Stress-Relaxation Properties

Joseph W. Freeman, Mia D. Woods, Damond A. Cromer, Lee D. Wright, Cato T. Laurencin

SBC 2008; 83-84https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192328

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View Articletitled, A Novel Braid-Twist Scaffold for ACL Repair: Control of Stress-Relaxation Properties

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Braid (Textile) , Maintenance , Relaxation (Physics) , Stress , Fibers , Yarns , Biological tissues , Rupture , Surgery

Application of Carbon Nanotubes in Cartilage Tissue Engineering

Nadeen O. Chahine, Nicole M. Collette, Heather Thompson, Gabriela G. Loots

SBC 2008; 85-86https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192494

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View Articletitled, Application of Carbon Nanotubes in Cartilage Tissue Engineering

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Cartilage , Tissue engineering , Biomedicine , Chondrocytes , Biocompatibility , Carbon , Composite materials , Drug delivery systems , Hydrogels

Systemic Mesenchymal Stem Cell Delivery and Axial Mechanical Stimulation Accelerate Fracture Healing

Aaron S. Weaver, Yu-Ping Su, Dana L. Begun, Ralph T. Zade, Andrea I. Alford, Kurt D. Hankenson, Jaclynn M. Kreider, Stephanie A. Ablowitz, Michael R. Kilbourn, Steven A. Goldstein

SBC 2008; 87-88https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192554

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View Articletitled, Systemic Mesenchymal Stem Cell Delivery and Axial Mechanical Stimulation Accelerate Fracture Healing

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Stem cells , Maintenance , Bone , Stress

Biomechanical Comparison of Abdominal Wall Hernia Repair Materials

Daniel V. Boguszewski, Nathaniel A. Dyment, Denis L. Bailey, Jason T. Shearn, David L. Butler

SBC 2008; 89-90https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192615

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View Articletitled, Biomechanical Comparison of Abdominal Wall Hernia Repair Materials

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Topics: Biomechanics , Maintenance , Synthetic products , Adhesion , Surgery , Testing , Failure , Mechanical properties , Physiology , Soft tissues

Parametric Finite Element Analysis of Physical Stimuli Resulting From Mechanical Stimulation of Tissue Engineered Cartilage

Omotunde M. Babalola, Lawrence J. Bonassar

SBC 2008; 91-92https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192633

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View Articletitled, Parametric Finite Element Analysis of Physical Stimuli Resulting From Mechanical Stimulation of Tissue Engineered Cartilage

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Topics: Biological tissues , Cartilage , Finite element analysis , Maintenance , Chondrocytes , Density , Osteoblasts , Patient treatment , Stem cells , Tissue engineering

Cyclic Compression of Chondrocytes Counteracts Pro-Inflammatory Tissue Remodeling Induced by Interleukin-1

A. E. DiTullio, S. Park, P. A. Torzilli, C. T. Chen

SBC 2008; 93-94https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193027

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View Articletitled, Cyclic Compression of Chondrocytes Counteracts Pro-Inflammatory Tissue Remodeling Induced by Interleukin-1

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Topics: Biological tissues , Chondrocytes , Compression , Agar , Maintenance , Physiology , Shear (Mechanics) , Wounds

Characterization of Thermal Medical Applications

Ablation of Subsurface Tumors Using 1552 nm Ultra-Short Pulse Laser

Shreya Raje, Amir Sajjadi, Kunal Mitra, Michael S. Grace

SBC 2008; 95-96https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192415

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View Articletitled, Ablation of Subsurface Tumors Using 1552 nm Ultra-Short Pulse Laser

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Topics: Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Lasers , Tumors , Laser beams , Fibers , Heat , Patient treatment , Probes , Skin , Thermal energy

Spatiotemporal Temperature Measurement Using Quantum Dot Thermometry During Nanoshell Mediated Thermal Therapy

Bumsoo Han, Willard L. Hanson, Karim Bensalah, Altug Tuncel, Joshua Stern, Jeffrey A. Cadeddu

SBC 2008; 97-98https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192658

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View Articletitled, Spatiotemporal Temperature Measurement Using Quantum Dot Thermometry During Nanoshell Mediated Thermal Therapy

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Topics: Patient treatment , Quantum dots , Spatiotemporal phenomena , Temperature measurement , Tumors , Biological tissues , Surgery

Modeling Heat Shock Protein Expression While Wearing a Therapeutic Heat Wrap

Alfred S. Song, Kenneth R. Diller

SBC 2008; 99-100https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192823

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View Articletitled, Modeling Heat Shock Protein Expression While Wearing a Therapeutic Heat Wrap

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Topics: Heat , Modeling , Proteins , Shock (Mechanics) , Biological tissues , Temperature , Blood , Composite materials , Geometry , Interpolation

Irreversible Electroporation (IRE) to Treat Brain Tumors

Paulo A. Garcia, John Robertson, John Rossmeisl, Rafael V. Davalos

SBC 2008; 101-102https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192992

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View Articletitled, Irreversible Electroporation (IRE) to Treat Brain Tumors

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Topics: Brain , Electroporation , Tumors , Cell membranes , Ions , Macromolecules , Permeability , Transients (Dynamics)

Treatment Planning Model for Nanotube-Mediated Laser Cancer Therapy

Saugata Sarkar, Marissa Nichole Rylander

SBC 2008; 103-104https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192997

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View Articletitled, Treatment Planning Model for Nanotube-Mediated Laser Cancer Therapy

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Topics: Cancer , Lasers , Nanotubes , Patient treatment , Tumors , Biological tissues , Diffusion (Physics) , Electromagnetic induction , Heat , Heating

Identification of Possibly Unsafe RF Exposure Thresholds for Humans Using Porcine Models

Devashish Shrivastava, Jeramy Kulesa, Lance DelaBarre, Carl Snyder, Timothy Hanson, J. Thomas Vaughan

SBC 2008; 105-106https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193144

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View Articletitled, Identification of Possibly Unsafe RF Exposure Thresholds for Humans Using Porcine Models

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Topics: Brain , Safety , Temperature

Robotic Joint Motion for Simulation and Rehabilitation

Initial Observations in the Validation of a Hybrid Test Protocol for Motion Preservation Devices on a Biomechanical Spine Tester

Boyle C. Cheng, William C. Welch

SBC 2008; 107-108https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192467

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View Articletitled, Initial Observations in the Validation of a Hybrid Test Protocol for Motion Preservation Devices on a Biomechanical Spine Tester

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Topics: Biomechanics , Preservation , Cervical spine , Diseases , Evaluation methods

A Multi-Axis Programmable Spine Robot: Application Towards Kinematic Assessments of the Lumbar MSU

Brian P. Kelly, Nephi A. Zufelt, Elizabeth J. Sander, Denis J. DiAngelo

SBC 2008; 109-110https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193015

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View Articletitled, A Multi-Axis Programmable Spine Robot: Application Towards Kinematic Assessments of the Lumbar MSU

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Topics: Kinematics , Robots , Testing , Disks , Surgery , Arthroplasty , Biomechanics , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Evaluation methods , Rotation

In Vitro Simulation of Deep Knee Flexion Using Static and Dynamic Machines

Lorin P. Maletsky, Chadd W. Clary, Trent M. Guess, Amit M. Mane, Amber N. Reeve

SBC 2008; 111-112https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193106

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View Articletitled, In Vitro Simulation of Deep Knee Flexion Using Static and Dynamic Machines

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Topics: Knee , Machinery , Simulation , Biological tissues , Biomechanics , Design , Physiology , Soft tissues , Anatomy , Artificial limbs

Implementation of a Real-Time Telerobotic System for Generating an Assistive Force Feedback for Rehabilitation Applications

Eduardo Veras, Karan Khokar, Kathryn De Laurentis, Rajiv Dubey

SBC 2008; 113-114https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193152

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View Articletitled, Implementation of a Real-Time Telerobotic System for Generating an Assistive Force Feedback for Rehabilitation Applications

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Topics: Force feedback , Control systems , Robots , Sensors , Trajectories (Physics) , Computer programming , Design , Internet , Lasers , Patient treatment

Adaptation of a Knee Joint Testing System to Testing of the Spine

Joel M. Bach, Todd H. Baldini

SBC 2008; 115-116https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193170

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View Articletitled, Adaptation of a Knee Joint Testing System to Testing of the Spine

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Topics: Knee , Testing , Hull , Engineering teachers , Stress

The St. Petersburg Wrist: A Prototype Powered Flexion Wrist Unit

Kathryn J. De Laurentis, Sam L. Phillips

SBC 2008; 117-118https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193249

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View Articletitled, The St. Petersburg Wrist: A Prototype Powered Flexion Wrist Unit

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Topics: Engineering prototypes , Degrees of freedom , Prostheses , Rotation

Intervertebral Disc Mechanics

Experimental Modal Analysis of Intervertebral Disc Joint Dynamics

M. Maleskian, S. S. Park, C. J. Hunter

SBC 2008; 119-120https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191699

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Modal Analysis of Intervertebral Disc Joint Dynamics

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Intervertebral discs , Modal analysis , Disks , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Damping , Dynamic models , Fatigue failure , Human spine

The Dynamic Viscoelastic Properties of the Rat Lumbar Disc Are Decreased Following Nucleus Pulposus GAG Reduction

Amy S. Orlansky, John I. Boxberger, Dawn M. Elliott

SBC 2008; 121-122https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192634

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Dynamic Viscoelastic Properties of the Rat Lumbar Disc Are Decreased Following Nucleus Pulposus GAG Reduction

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Topics: Disks , Viscoelasticity , Stiffness , Biomechanics , Compression , Equilibrium (Physics) , Intervertebral discs , Mechanical properties , Shear (Mechanics) , Testing

Effects of Compression on Glucose Consumption in Intervertebral Disc

Chun-Yuh Huang, Wei Yong Gu

SBC 2008; 123-124https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192812

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Compression on Glucose Consumption in Intervertebral Disc

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Topics: Compression , Glucose , Intervertebral discs , Biological tissues , Oxygen , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Strain Dependent Oxygen Diffusivity in Bovine Annulus Fibrosus

Tai-Yi Yuan, Alicia R. Jackson, Chun-Yuh Huang, Weiyong Gu

SBC 2008; 125-126https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192842

Abstract

View Articletitled, Strain Dependent Oxygen Diffusivity in Bovine Annulus Fibrosus

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Topics: Annulus , Oxygen , Compression , Diffusion (Physics) , Disks , Biological tissues , Blood vessels , Intervertebral discs , Water

Intervertebral Disc Function Is Restored in an In Vivo Model of Chronic Nucleus Pulposus Glycosaminoglycan Reduction

John I. Boxberger, Joshua D. Auerbach, Sounok Sen, George R. Dodge, Dawn M. Elliott

SBC 2008; 127-128https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192937

Abstract

View Articletitled, Intervertebral Disc Function Is Restored in an In Vivo Model of Chronic Nucleus Pulposus Glycosaminoglycan Reduction

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Topics: Intervertebral discs , Disks , Damage , Failure , Risk , Stress

Effects of Endplate and Mechanical Loading on Solute Transport in Intervertebral Disc

Yongren Wu, John Glaser, Hai Yao

SBC 2008; 129-130https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193111

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Endplate and Mechanical Loading on Solute Transport in Intervertebral Disc

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Topics: Intervertebral discs , Disks , Cartilage , Finite element model , Glucose , Annulus , Biological tissues , Oxygen , Stress

Heart Valve Mechanics

Quantification of In Vivo Stresses in the Ovine Anterior Mitral Valve Leaflet

Gaurav Krishnamurthy, Akinobu Itoh, Wolfgang Bothe, Daniel B. Ennis, Julia C. Swanson, Ellen Kuhl, D. Craig Miller, Neil B. Ingels

SBC 2008; 131-132https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192295

Abstract

View Articletitled, Quantification of <em>In Vivo</em> Stresses in the Ovine Anterior Mitral Valve Leaflet

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Topics: Stress , Valves , Design , Finite element analysis , Materials properties , Biological tissues , Diseases , Maintenance

Multiscale Simulations of the Healthy and Calcific Human Aortic Valve

Eli J. Weinberg, Mohammad R. K. Mofrad

SBC 2008; 133-134https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192671

Abstract

View Articletitled, Multiscale Simulations of the Healthy and Calcific Human Aortic Valve

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Topics: Simulation , Valves , Biological tissues , Cycles , Deformation , Diseases , Endothelial cells , Fluids , Maintenance , Stress

Non-Destructive and Non-Invasive Assessment of Mechanical Properties in Heart Valve Tissue Engineering

Jeroen Kortsmit, Niels J. B. Driessen, Marcel C. M. Rutten, Frank P. T. Baaijens

SBC 2008; 135-136https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192799

Abstract

View Articletitled, Non-Destructive and Non-Invasive Assessment of Mechanical Properties in Heart Valve Tissue Engineering

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Tissue engineering , Valves , Biological tissues , Bioreactors , Deformation , Mechanical behavior , Strength (Materials)

Strain-Dependent TGF Beta-1 Synthesis and Activation by Aortic Valve Interstitial Cells

W. David Merryman, Michael P. Nilo, Joanne E. Murphy-Ullrich

SBC 2008; 137-138https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192874

Abstract

View Articletitled, Strain-Dependent TGF Beta-1 Synthesis and Activation by Aortic Valve Interstitial Cells

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Topics: Valves , Aorta , Fibroblasts , Stress

Non-Planar Shape of the Mitral Annulus Reduces Systolic Strain on the Posterior Leaflet by Increasing Leaflet Curvature

Muralidhar Padala, Michael S. Sacks, Ajit P. Yoganathan

SBC 2008; 139-140https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192996

Abstract

View Articletitled, Non-Planar Shape of the Mitral Annulus Reduces Systolic Strain on the Posterior Leaflet by Increasing Leaflet Curvature

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Topics: Annulus , Shapes , Valves , Cardiac cycle , Surgery

Extracellular Matrix-Contractile Response Coupling of the Aortic Heart Valve Interstitial Cell

David E. Schmidt, W. David Merryman, Michael S. Sacks

SBC 2008; 141-142https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193171

Abstract

View Articletitled, Extracellular Matrix-Contractile Response Coupling of the Aortic Heart Valve Interstitial Cell

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Topics: Valves , Stiffness , Biological tissues , Mechanical properties , Bending (Stress) , Computational methods , Engineering simulation , Finite element model , Probes , Simulation

Biomechanics in Forensic Engineering

Biomechanics of Roof Crush and Rear Impact-Related Neck Injuries

Nicholas Perrone

SBC 2008; 143-144https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192215

Abstract

View Articletitled, Biomechanics of Roof Crush and Rear Impact-Related Neck Injuries

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Topics: Biomechanics , Roofs , Wounds , Safety , Vehicles , Crashworthiness

Practices in Engineering Analysis, Education, and Ethics as Applied to Consulting in Biomechanical Forensics

Laura A. Wojcik

SBC 2008; 145-146https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192639

Abstract

View Articletitled, Practices in Engineering Analysis, Education, and Ethics as Applied to Consulting in Biomechanical Forensics

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Topics: Biomechanics , Education , Ethics , Forensic sciences , Acoustical engineering , Engineering ethics , Experimental design , Insurance , Liabilities

Biomechanical Analysis of Occupant Kinematics: Interpretation of Witness Marks

Joseph C. McGowan, Jacob L. Fisher, Scott R. Lucas

SBC 2008; 147-148https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192654

Abstract

View Articletitled, Biomechanical Analysis of Occupant Kinematics: Interpretation of Witness Marks

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Topics: Biomechanics , Kinematics , Vehicles , Accidents , Wounds , Inspection , Design , Engineers , Photography , Restraint systems

Using Injury Tolerance Data to Reconstruct Accidents

Tara L. A. Moore, Robert T. Bove, Jr.

SBC 2008; 149-150https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192841

Abstract

View Articletitled, Using Injury Tolerance Data to Reconstruct Accidents

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Topics: Accidents , Wounds , Biomechanics , Traffic accidents

Reconstruction and Biomechanical Analysis of Low Speed Automobile Crashes

Scott R. Lucas, Jacob L. Fisher, Joseph C. McGowan

SBC 2008; 151-152https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192843

Abstract

View Articletitled, Reconstruction and Biomechanical Analysis of Low Speed Automobile Crashes

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Topics: Biomechanics , Traffic accidents , Vehicles , Damage , Accidents , Biomedicine , Engineers , Inspection , Maintenance , Wounds

Injury Biomechanics: Evaluating the Evidence to Determine Causation

Robert S. Cargill, II, Michelle F. Heller

SBC 2008; 153-154https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193123

Abstract

View Articletitled, Injury Biomechanics: Evaluating the Evidence to Determine Causation

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Topics: Biomechanics , Wounds , Engineers , Forensic sciences , Biomechanical engineering , Injury mechanisms , Medical devices , Sports

Biomass Transfer Processes in Tissues

Effect of Kinetic and Thermodynamic Transitions of Confined Water on Biomolecules

Eduardo Reátegui, Alptekin Aksan

SBC 2008; 155-156https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192376

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View Articletitled, Effect of Kinetic and Thermodynamic Transitions of Confined Water on Biomolecules

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Topics: Water , Microorganisms , Nanopores , Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy , Proteins , Bacteria , Enzymes , Mechanical admittance , Phase transitions , Stability

Atomistic Simulation of Pore Formation in Lipid Bilayers in the Presence of Dimethylsulfoxide: Further Evidence for Entropic Driven Pore Formation

Raghava Alapati, Dorel Moldovan, Ram Devireddy

SBC 2008; 157-158https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192793

Abstract

View Articletitled, Atomistic Simulation of Pore Formation in Lipid Bilayers in the Presence of Dimethylsulfoxide: Further Evidence for Entropic Driven Pore Formation

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Topics: Lipid bilayers , Simulation , Nucleation (Physics) , Entropy , Tension , Shapes , Electric fields , Molecular dynamics , Molecular dynamics simulation , Simulation results

New Method for the Determination of the Diffusion Tensor of Solutes in Tissues by FRAP Technique

Francesco Travascio, Weiyong Gu

SBC 2008; 159-160https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192834

Abstract

View Articletitled, New Method for the Determination of the Diffusion Tensor of Solutes in Tissues by FRAP Technique

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Topics: Biological tissues , Diffusion (Physics) , Tensors , Intervertebral discs

A Biphasic Hyperelastic Model for Analysis of Fluid Transport in Brain Tissue

Joshua H. Smith, Jose Jaime García

SBC 2008; 161-162https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192858

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Biphasic Hyperelastic Model for Analysis of Fluid Transport in Brain Tissue

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Topics: Biological tissues , Brain , Fluids , Compression , Convection , Deformation , Elasticity , Hydraulic conductivity , Pressure , Stress-strain curves

Computational Model of Direct Injection Into the Spinal Cord Using in Vivo Diffusion Tensor Imaging

Jung Hwan Kim, Xiaoming Chen, Garrett W. Astary, Thomas H. Mareci, Malisa Sarntinoranont

SBC 2008; 163-164https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193114

Abstract

View Articletitled, Computational Model of Direct Injection Into the Spinal Cord Using in Vivo Diffusion Tensor Imaging

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Topics: Diffusion (Physics) , Imaging , Spinal cord , Tensors , Biological tissues , Anisotropy , Blood , Brain , Convection , Fluid dynamics

Extreme Elongation of Vesicles Under DC Electric Fields

Mohamed M. Sadik, Jerry Shan, David Shreiber, Hao Lin

SBC 2008; 165-166https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-193243

Abstract

View Articletitled, Extreme Elongation of Vesicles Under DC Electric Fields

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Topics: Electric fields , Elongation , Electroporation , Cell membranes , Deformation , Drug delivery systems , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Membranes , Optimization , Proteins

Poster Sessions

Role of Vasomotion in Control of Retina Edema in Diabetic Retinopathy: Quantification of Fluid Transport Through Retinal Capillaries

Liang Zhu, Robert Flower

SBC 2008; 167-168https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-189507

Abstract

View Articletitled, Role of Vasomotion in Control of Retina Edema in Diabetic Retinopathy: Quantification of Fluid Transport Through Retinal Capillaries

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Topics: Diabetes , Fluids , Damage , Biological tissues , Diseases , Risk

Is Flow in the Common Carotid Artery Fully-Developed?

Joyce Xie, Matthew D. Ford, David A. Steinman

SBC 2008; 169-170https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-189651

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View Articletitled, Is Flow in the Common Carotid Artery Fully-Developed?

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Topics: Carotid arteries , Flow (Dynamics) , Shapes , Blood , Cardiovascular system , Diseases , Shear stress , Ultrasound

Apolipoprotein A-I Mimetic Peptide Retains Function After Oxidant Exposure

Amanda K. Wake, Geeta Datta, Mayakonda N. Palgunachari, Vinod K. Mishra, G. M. Anantharamaiah, C. Roger White

SBC 2008; 171-172https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-189660

Abstract

View Articletitled, Apolipoprotein A-I Mimetic Peptide Retains Function After Oxidant Exposure

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Mechanical properties , Oxidation , Physiology , Stress , Vessels

Teaching Responsible Conduct of Research and Engineering to Bioengineering Graduate Students

Sara E. Wilson

SBC 2008; 173-174https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-189865

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View Articletitled, Teaching Responsible Conduct of Research and Engineering to Bioengineering Graduate Students

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Topics: Bioengineering , Graduate students , Teaching , Mentoring , Undergraduate students

Protease Expression Colocalizes to Regions of Abdominal Aortic Expansion and Stiffening in a Murine Aneurysm Model

Craig J. Goergen, Dara Y. Kallop, Charles A. Taylor, Robby M. Weimer, Joan M. Greve

SBC 2008; 175-176https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-190309

Abstract

View Articletitled, Protease Expression Colocalizes to Regions of Abdominal Aortic Expansion and Stiffening in a Murine Aneurysm Model

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Topics: Aneurysms , Diseases , Performance , Vessels

Dynamic Simulation of Knee Motion Using Three-Dimensional Surrogate Contact Modeling

Yi-Chung Lin, Raphael T. Haftka, Nestor V. Queipo, Benjamin J. Fregly

SBC 2008; 177-178https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-190966

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Simulation of Knee Motion Using Three-Dimensional Surrogate Contact Modeling

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Topics: Contact modeling , Knee , Simulation , Computers , Cycles , Design , Optimization

Fabrication of Genetically Engineered Silk-Elastin-Like Protein Polymer Fibers

Weiguo Qiu, Joseph Cappello, Xiaoyi Wu

SBC 2008; 179-180https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-190980

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fabrication of Genetically Engineered Silk-Elastin-Like Protein Polymer Fibers

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Topics: Manufacturing , Polymer fibers , Proteins , Fibers , Biomaterials , Tissue engineering , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Blocks (Building materials) , DNA

Modeling of Angiotensin Peptide Metabolism in Renal Proximal Tubules

Brian M. Westwood, Hossam A. Shaltout, Mark C. Chappell

SBC 2008; 181-182https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-190990

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View Articletitled, Modeling of Angiotensin Peptide Metabolism in Renal Proximal Tubules

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Topics: Kidney , Modeling , Biological tissues , Blood , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Enzymes , Pressure

Viscoelastic Finite-Element Modelling of Neutrophil Deformation in a Tapered Micropipette

Soo Kng Teo, Kim H. Parker, K.-H. Chiam

SBC 2008; 183-184https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191099

Abstract

View Articletitled, Viscoelastic Finite-Element Modelling of Neutrophil Deformation in a Tapered Micropipette

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Topics: Computer simulation , Deformation , Equilibrium (Physics) , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Modeling , Pressure , Rheology

Using a Finite Element Model to Help Develop a Method to Test Knee Femoral Components

Barbara J. Kralovic, Fred A. Wentorf, Dan L. Levine

SBC 2008; 185-186https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191150

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View Articletitled, Using a Finite Element Model to Help Develop a Method to Test Knee Femoral Components

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Topics: Finite element model , Knee , Bone , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Arthroplasty , Cartilage , Diseases , Wounds

A Single Cycle Study of Screw Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

M. Chizari, B. Wang, M. Snow

SBC 2008; 187-188https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191567

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View Articletitled, A Single Cycle Study of Screw Fixation in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

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Topics: Anterior cruciate ligament , Cycles , Screws , Tunnels , Bone , Stress , Surgery , Biological tissues , Knee , Osteoarthritis

A Kinematics Based Testing Protocol for Studying Lumbar Disc Dynamics

Nephi A. Zufelt, Elizabeth J. Sander, Brian P. Kelly, Denis J. DiAngelo

SBC 2008; 189-190https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191656

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View Articletitled, A Kinematics Based Testing Protocol for Studying Lumbar Disc Dynamics

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Topics: Disks , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Kinematics , Testing , Intervertebral discs , Stress , Biological tissues , Plates (structures) , Rods , Screws

Finite Element Analysis and Empirical Solution for Flexible Substrates Undergoing Large Equibiaxial Strains

Martin Y. M. Chiang, Tianle Cheng, Lisa Pakstis, Juan Taboas, Joy Dunkers

SBC 2008; 191-192https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191664

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View Articletitled, Finite Element Analysis and Empirical Solution for Flexible Substrates Undergoing Large Equibiaxial Strains

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Pressure , Algorithms , Mechanobiology , Probes , Regression analysis , Stress

Theoretical Evaluation of Tissue Damage Using Er,Cr:YSGG Laser for Root Canal Preparation

L. Zhu, M. Tolba, D. Arola, M. Salloum, J. Alvarez, F. Meza, A. Fouad

SBC 2008; 193-194https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191773

Abstract

View Articletitled, Theoretical Evaluation of Tissue Damage Using Er,Cr:YSGG Laser for Root Canal Preparation

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Topics: Biological tissues , Canals , Damage , Lasers , Wavelength , Ablation (Vaporization technology) , Bacteria , Elevations (Drawings) , Gallium , High temperature

Quantifying Dynamics of the Ascending Thoracic Aorta in Patients With and Without Aneurysms Using 4D-CT

Polina A. Segalova, Tina M. Morrison, Charles A. Taylor

SBC 2008; 195-196https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191942

Abstract

View Articletitled, Quantifying Dynamics of the Ascending Thoracic Aorta in Patients With and Without Aneurysms Using 4D-CT

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Topics: Aneurysms , Aorta , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Anatomy , Food and Drug Administration , Frequency-domain analysis , Maintenance

Effects of Extrinsic Muscle Integrity on Latissimus Dorsi Transfer for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Simulation Study

Hang-yin Ling, Jovito G. Angeles, MaryBeth Horodyski

SBC 2008; 197-198https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191967

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effects of Extrinsic Muscle Integrity on Latissimus Dorsi Transfer for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears: A Simulation Study

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Topics: Muscle , Simulation , Performance , Maintenance , Salvage (Wastes) , Surgery , Wounds

99 Percentile Wall Stress and Not Peak Stress Correlates With AAA Diameter

Lambert Speelman, E. Marielle H. Bosboom, Femke A. M. V. I. Hellenthal, Geert Willem H. Schurink, Micheal J. H. M. Jacobs, Frans N. van de Vosse

SBC 2008; 199-200https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-191986

Abstract

View Articletitled, 99 Percentile Wall Stress and Not Peak Stress Correlates With AAA Diameter

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Topics: Stress , Rupture , Aneurysms , Aorta , Maintenance , Stress analysis (Engineering)

Critical Loading During Serve: Modeling Stress-Induced Bone Growth in Performance Tennis Players

Rebecca E. Taylor, Chunhua Zheng, Ryan P. Jackson, Joey C. Doll, Julia Chen, Katherine R. S. Holzbaur, Thor Besier, Ellen Kuhl

SBC 2008; 201-202https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192005

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View Articletitled, Critical Loading During Serve: Modeling Stress-Induced Bone Growth in Performance Tennis Players

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Topics: Bone , Modeling , Stress , Biomechanics , Design , Wounds , Buses , Muscle , Railroad passenger cars , Risk

The Effect of Varying the Density-Modulus Relationship Used to Apply Material Properties in a Finite Element Model of the Distal Ulna

Rebecca L. Austman, Jaques S. Milner, David W. Holdsworth, Cynthia A. Dunning

SBC 2008; 203-204https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192007

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View Articletitled, The Effect of Varying the Density-Modulus Relationship Used to Apply Material Properties in a Finite Element Model of the Distal Ulna

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Topics: Density , Finite element model , Materials properties , Bone , Biomechanics , Computerized tomography , Design , Elastic moduli , Finite element analysis , Orthopedics

Improved MR Thermometry to Measure Brain Temperatures

Devashish Shrivastava, Lance DelaBarre, Timothy Hanson, J. Thomas Vaughan

SBC 2008; 205-206https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192017

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View Articletitled, Improved MR Thermometry to Measure Brain Temperatures

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Topics: Brain , Temperature , Temperature measurement , Heating , Safety , Absorption , Blood flow , Hazards , Magnetic resonance imaging

Quantification of Tooth Displacement From Dental Casts

Shuning Li, Jie Chen

SBC 2008; 207-208https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192058

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View Articletitled, Quantification of Tooth Displacement From Dental Casts

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Topics: Displacement , Performance

Effect of Pathological and Physiological Loads on Interleukin-1α Protein Production in Porcine Menisci

Megan L. Killian, Tammy L. Haut Donahue

SBC 2008; 209-210https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192145

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Pathological and Physiological Loads on Interleukin-1α Protein Production in Porcine Menisci

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Topics: Physiology , Proteins , Stress , Cartilage , Finite element analysis , Knee , Maintenance , Osteoarthritis , Stability , Surgery

Prediction of Human Posture and Movement by Musculoskeletal Optimization

John Rasmussen

SBC 2008; 211-212https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192168

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View Articletitled, Prediction of Human Posture and Movement by Musculoskeletal Optimization

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Topics: Musculoskeletal system , Optimization , Dynamics (Mechanics)

Skin Viscoelasticity Under Hypothermic Temperatures

Feng Xu, Tianjian Lu

SBC 2008; 213-214https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192169

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View Articletitled, Skin Viscoelasticity Under Hypothermic Temperatures

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Topics: Skin , Temperature , Viscoelasticity , Biological tissues , Mechanical properties , Computer simulation , Physiology , Design , Optimization

Application of an Optimization-Based Method for the Kinematic Analysis of a Badminton Stroke From Motion Capture Data

Michael S. Andersen, Maxine Kwan, Michael Damsgaard, John Rasmussen

SBC 2008; 215-216https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192172

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View Articletitled, Application of an Optimization-Based Method for the Kinematic Analysis of a Badminton Stroke From Motion Capture Data

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Topics: Kinematic analysis , Optimization , Errors

Secondary Stability of a Composite Biomimetic Cementless Hip Stem

Christiane Caouette, Martin N. Bureau, L’Hocine Yahia

SBC 2008; 217-218https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192176

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View Articletitled, Secondary Stability of a Composite Biomimetic Cementless Hip Stem

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Topics: Biomimetics , Composite materials , Stability , Bone , Stress , Finite element model , Surgery , Hip joint prostheses , Mechanical properties , Patents

Optimization-Based Inverse Finite Element Analysis for Material Parameter Identification of a Biphasic Viscoelastic Hydrogel

Kaifeng Liu, Brian Thomas, J. Craig Fryman, Jeff Bischoff, Timothy Ovaert, James Mason

SBC 2008; 219-220https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192179

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimization-Based Inverse Finite Element Analysis for Material Parameter Identification of a Biphasic Viscoelastic Hydrogel

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Hydrogels , Optimization , Cartilage , Creep , Polymers , Testing , Bearings , Biological tissues , Computer software

Quantifying Effects of Artery Shrinkage Using In Vivo MRI-Based 3D FSI Models for Carotid Atherosclerotic Plaques With Bifurcation

Xueying Huang, Chun Yang, Chun Yuan, Thomas Hatsukami, Fei Liu, Gador Canton, Jie Zheng, Pamela K. Woodard, Gregorio A. Sicard, Dalin Tang

SBC 2008; 221-222https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192181

Abstract

View Articletitled, Quantifying Effects of Artery Shrinkage Using In Vivo MRI-Based 3D FSI Models for Carotid Atherosclerotic Plaques With Bifurcation

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Bifurcation , Fluid structure interaction , Magnetic resonance imaging , Shrinkage (Materials) , Stress , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Carotid arteries , Diseases

In Situ Tissue Engineering Using Angiogenic Nanoscaffold Enhances Diabetic Wound Healing in db/db Mouse Model

Swathi Balaji, Sachin S. Vaikunth, Jignesh K. Parvadia, Timothy M. Crombleholme, Daria A. Narmoneva

SBC 2008; 223-224https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192198

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View Articletitled, In Situ Tissue Engineering Using Angiogenic Nanoscaffold Enhances Diabetic Wound Healing in db/db Mouse Model

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Topics: Diabetes , Tissue engineering , Patient treatment , Bone , Endothelial cells , Health care , Performance , Skin , Stem cells , Wounds

A Novel Technique for Measuring Pedicle Screw Forces In Situ

Samuel Q. Tia, Jennifer M. Buckley, Thuc-Quyen Nguyen, Jeffrey C. Lotz, Shane Burch

SBC 2008; 225-226https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192219

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View Articletitled, A Novel Technique for Measuring Pedicle Screw Forces In Situ

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Topics: Spinal pedicle screws , Screws , Testing , Biomechanics , Bone , Failure , Geometry , Lumbar spine , Sensors , Strain gages

Mitral Valve Annulus Tension

Zhaoming He, Shamik Bhattacharya

SBC 2008; 227-228https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192247

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View Articletitled, Mitral Valve Annulus Tension

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Topics: Annulus , Tension , Valves , Myocardium , Inflow , Cardiac cycle , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Hemodynamics , Joining , Pressure

Diffuse Axonal Injury and Degradation in Mechanical Characteristics of Brain White Matter

Nabi Abolfathi, Abhai Naik, Mahdi Sotudeh, Ghodrat Karami, Mariusz Ziejewski

SBC 2008; 229-230https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192251

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View Articletitled, Diffuse Axonal Injury and Degradation in Mechanical Characteristics of Brain White Matter

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Topics: Brain , Mechanical properties , Wounds , Biological tissues , Modeling , Algorithms , Fiber reinforced composites , Micromechanics (Engineering) , Relaxation (Physics) , Viscoelastic materials

Viscoelastic Properties of Genetically Engineered Silk-Elastin-Like Protein Polymers

Weibing Teng, Joseph Cappello, Xiaoyi Wu

SBC 2008; 231-232https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192252

Abstract

View Articletitled, Viscoelastic Properties of Genetically Engineered Silk-Elastin-Like Protein Polymers

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Topics: Polymers , Proteins , Viscoelasticity , Biomedicine , Copolymers , Design , Drug delivery systems , Genetic engineering , Strength (Materials) , Tissue engineering

Anisotropic Wall Mechanics of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

Giampaolo Martufi, Jose F. Rodriguez, Ender A. Finol

SBC 2008; 233-234https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192265

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View Articletitled, Anisotropic Wall Mechanics of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms

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Topics: Aneurysms , Anisotropy , Biological tissues , Rupture , Stress , Aorta , Biomechanics , Constitutive equations , Failure , Geometry

Semi-Automated Hexahedral Mesh Generation of Human Vertebrae by Isoparametric Mapping

Yifei Dai, Glen L. Niebur

SBC 2008; 235-236https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192274

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View Articletitled, Semi-Automated Hexahedral Mesh Generation of Human Vertebrae by Isoparametric Mapping

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Topics: Biomechanics , Computerized tomography , Diseases , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Instrumentation , Mesh generation , Spinal fusion , Stress

Mechanical Validation of Computed Tomographic Quantification of Posterolateral Intertransverse Lumbar Fusion

Michael O’Brien, Yifei Dai, Glen L. Niebur

SBC 2008; 237-238https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192279

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View Articletitled, Mechanical Validation of Computed Tomographic Quantification of Posterolateral Intertransverse Lumbar Fusion

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Topics: Spinal fusion , Biomechanics , Testing

Quantification of the Deformation of the Human Iliac Arteries With Hip and Knee Flexion: Implications for Stent-Graft Design

Gilwoo Choi, Lewis K. Shin, Charles A. Taylor, Christopher P. Cheng

SBC 2008; 239-240https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192299

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View Articletitled, Quantification of the Deformation of the Human Iliac Arteries With Hip and Knee Flexion: Implications for Stent-Graft Design

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Topics: Deformation , Design , Knee , Stents , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Aneurysms , Image processing , Magnetic resonance , Musculoskeletal system

A Critical Distance Analysis of the Effect of Crack Length on Toughness and Fatigue in Compact Bone

David Taylor, Saeid Kasiri

SBC 2008; 241-242https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192304

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View Articletitled, A Critical Distance Analysis of the Effect of Crack Length on Toughness and Fatigue in Compact Bone

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Topics: Bone , Fatigue , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture toughness , Plane strain , Stress

Simulation of Pulsatile Blood Flow With a Wall Step Transition

Scott C. Corbett, Ahmet U. Coskun, Hamid N-Hashemi

SBC 2008; 243-244https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192307

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Pulsatile Blood Flow With a Wall Step Transition

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Topics: Biomedicine , Blood , Blood flow , Catheters , Flow (Dynamics) , Heart valve prostheses , Optimization , Pulsatile flow , Risk , Simulation

Simulation of Pulsatile Blood Flow Through a Flexible Cannula

Scott C. Corbett, Ahmet U. Coskun, Hamid N-Hashemi

SBC 2008; 245-246https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192308

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Pulsatile Blood Flow Through a Flexible Cannula

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Topics: Blood flow , Simulation , Blood , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Shear stress , Vessels , Aortic arch , Biomedicine , Catheters

Development of an Implantable Heart Valve Force Transducer

Morten O. Jensen, Peter Johansen, Hans Nygaard

SBC 2008; 247-248https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192309

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View Articletitled, Development of an Implantable Heart Valve Force Transducer

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Topics: Transducers , Valves , Maintenance , Heart valve prostheses , Myocardium , Physiology , Strain gages , Stress

Numerical Analysis of Brain Hypothermia Using a Vascular Model in the Neck

Xiang Xia, Shuxia Cheng, Gang Zhao, Hanping Hu, Liang Zhu

SBC 2008; 249-250https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192319

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View Articletitled, Numerical Analysis of Brain Hypothermia Using a Vascular Model in the Neck

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Topics: Brain , Numerical analysis , Cooling , Blood , Carotid arteries , Blood vessels , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Heat losses , Ice

An In-Vivo Experimental Study of Temperature Elevations in Animal Tissue During Magnetic Nanoparticle Hyperthermia

Maher Salloum, Ronghui Ma, Liang Zhu

SBC 2008; 251-252https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192321

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View Articletitled, An In-Vivo Experimental Study of Temperature Elevations in Animal Tissue During Magnetic Nanoparticle Hyperthermia

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Topics: Biological tissues , Elevations (Drawings) , Nanoparticles , Temperature , Magnetic fields , Particulate matter , Heat , Brownian motion , Heating , Iron

A Method for Determining the Strain-Time Endurance of Cells in Planar Tissue-Engineered Constructs Subjected to Large Compressive Deformations

Amit Gefen, Bastiaan van Nierop, Dan L. Bader, Cees W. Oomens

SBC 2008; 253-254https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192322

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View Articletitled, A Method for Determining the Strain-Time Endurance of Cells in Planar Tissue-Engineered Constructs Subjected to Large Compressive Deformations

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Topics: Biological tissues , Deformation , Muscle , Diseases , Wounds

Comparative Freezing Response of Ejaculated and Epididymal Bovine Spermatozoa

Raghava Alapati, Michael Stout, Robert A. Godke, Ram V. Devireddy

SBC 2008; 255-256https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192329

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View Articletitled, Comparative Freezing Response of Ejaculated and Epididymal Bovine Spermatozoa

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Topics: Freezing , Water , Cooling , Permeability , Membranes , Cylinders

A Study of Intracellular Ice Formation in Jurkat Cells

Tathagata Acharya, Ram V. Devireddy

SBC 2008; 257-258https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192334

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View Articletitled, A Study of Intracellular Ice Formation in Jurkat Cells

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Topics: Ice , Freezing , Cooling

A Multi-Scale Finite Element Model for Shock Wave-Induced Axonal Brain Injury

M. Sotudeh-Chafi, N. Abolfathi, A. Nick, V. Dirisala, G. Karami, M. Ziejewski

SBC 2008; 259-260https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192342

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View Articletitled, A Multi-Scale Finite Element Model for Shock Wave-Induced Axonal Brain Injury

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Topics: Finite element model , Shock (Mechanics) , Traumatic brain injury , Waves , Brain , Biological tissues , Wounds , Damage , Shock waves , Deformation

Effect of Tissue Dehydration on Smooth Muscle Cell Contractility, Collagen Matrix Structure and Overall Artery Biomechanics

Ramji Venkatasubramanian, Wim Wolkers, Charles Soule, Paul Iaizzo, John Bischof

SBC 2008; 261-262https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192346

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View Articletitled, Effect of Tissue Dehydration on Smooth Muscle Cell Contractility, Collagen Matrix Structure and Overall Artery Biomechanics

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Topics: Biological tissues , Biomechanics , Muscle , Particle filtering (numerical methods) , Sheet molding compound (Plastics) , Sliding mode control , Surface mount components , Cryonics , Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy , Fourier transforms

In Vivo Effects and Ex Vivo Characteristics Following Implantation of a Tissue Engineered Urethral Wrap

Donna J. Haworth, Minoru Miyazato, Akira Furuta, Dae Kyung Kim, Douglas W. Chew, Naoki Yoshimura, Michael B. Chancellor, David A. Vorp

SBC 2008; 263-264https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192353

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View Articletitled, <em>In Vivo</em> Effects and <em>Ex Vivo</em> Characteristics Following Implantation of a Tissue Engineered Urethral Wrap

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Topics: Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Diabetes , Mechanical properties , Spinal cord , Storage , Stress , Surgery , Wounds

Effects of Mechanical Strain on Syndecan-4, Focal Adhesion Complexes, and Site-Specific FAK Phosphorylation

Chao-Min Cheng, Robert L. Steward, Jr., Danny L. Wang, Philip R. LeDuc

SBC 2008; 265-266https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192360

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View Articletitled, Effects of Mechanical Strain on Syndecan-4, Focal Adhesion Complexes, and Site-Specific FAK Phosphorylation

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Topics: Adhesion , Biophysics , Cellular mechanics , Compression , Deformation , Die cutting , Muscle , Physiology , Shearing (Deformation)

Simulation of Stent Deployment in Patient-Specific Cerebral Aneurysm Models for Their Hemodynamics Analysis

Fernando Mut, Sunil Appanaboyina, Juan R. Cebral

SBC 2008; 267-268https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192367

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Stent Deployment in Patient-Specific Cerebral Aneurysm Models for Their Hemodynamics Analysis

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Topics: Aneurysms , Hemodynamics , Simulation , Stents , Blood flow , Flow (Dynamics) , Design , Diseases , Geometry

Finite Element Modeling of Osmotic Swelling in Tissue-Engineered Cartilage

Liming Bian, Terri Ann N. Kelly, Eric G. Lima, Gerard A. Ateshian, Clark T. Hung

SBC 2008; 269-270https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192368

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View Articletitled, Finite Element Modeling of Osmotic Swelling in Tissue-Engineered Cartilage

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Topics: Biological tissues , Cartilage , Finite element analysis , Modeling , Bearings , Chondrocytes , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Hydrogels , Maintenance

Freezing-Assisted Intracellular Drug Delivery to Multi-Drug Resistant Cancer Cells

Ka Yaw Teo, Bumsoo Han

SBC 2008; 271-272https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192373

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View Articletitled, Freezing-Assisted Intracellular Drug Delivery to Multi-Drug Resistant Cancer Cells

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Topics: Cancer , Drug delivery systems , Drugs , Freezing , Cell membranes , Extruding , Pharmacokinetics , Proteins

Mathematical Optimization of Mechanical Testing to Study Periprosthetic Fracture Following Femoral Trochanteric Nail Fixation

Andrew T. Schenk, Kevin S. Horowitz, Paul F. Bucchi, Patrick J. Wiater, Constantine K. Demetropoulos

SBC 2008; 273-274https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192394

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View Articletitled, Mathematical Optimization of Mechanical Testing to Study Periprosthetic Fracture Following Femoral Trochanteric Nail Fixation

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Mechanical testing , Optimization , Biomechanics , Orthopedics , Osteoporosis , Risk , Titanium

Comparative Histological and Biomechanical Effects of Prostaglandin-E2 and Bacterial Collagenase on the Rabbit Patellar Tendon

Nathaniel A. Dyment, Jason T. Shearn, Marc T. Galloway, R. Michael Greiwe, Keith Kenter, Samer S. Hasan, David L. Butler, Gregory P. Boivin

SBC 2008; 275-276https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192395

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View Articletitled, Comparative Histological and Biomechanical Effects of Prostaglandin-E2 and Bacterial Collagenase on the Rabbit Patellar Tendon

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Topics: Biomechanics , Tendons , Fibroblasts , Rupture

Design of Experiments Approach to Maximize Process Reliability for Bone Scaffold Fabrication

David J. Hoelzle, Andrew G. Alleyne, Amy J. Wagoner Johnson

SBC 2008; 277-278https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192397

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View Articletitled, Design of Experiments Approach to Maximize Process Reliability for Bone Scaffold Fabrication

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Topics: Bone , Experimental design , Manufacturing , Reliability , Robotics , Nozzles , Extruding , Inks , Stereolithography , Trajectories (Physics)

Spinal Cord Neuronal Cell Properties Respond Differentially to the Stiffness of DNA Crosslinked Hydrogels

Frank X. Jiang, Penelope Georges, Uday Chippada, Lulu Li, Bernard Yurke, Rene S. Schloss, Bonnie L. Firestein, Noshir A. Langrana

SBC 2008; 279-280https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192402

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View Articletitled, Spinal Cord Neuronal Cell Properties Respond Differentially to the Stiffness of DNA Crosslinked Hydrogels

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Topics: DNA , Hydrogels , Spinal cord , Stiffness , Biomaterials , Design , Bearings , Biological tissues , Fibroblasts , Mechanical properties

Effect of Cell-to-Surface Interaction on Freeze Tolerance and Osmotic Response of Cells

Takashi Yoshimori, Masaki Fukagawa, Hiroshi Takamatsu

SBC 2008; 281-282https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192404

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View Articletitled, Effect of Cell-to-Surface Interaction on Freeze Tolerance and Osmotic Response of Cells

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Topics: Artificial organs , Biological tissues , Biomedicine , Cancer , Cryonics , Damage , Density , Freezing , Ice , Lasers

Exploring Cellular Tensegrity: Physical Modeling and Computational Simulation

Chun hua Zheng, Joseph Doll, Emily Gu, Elizabeth Hager-Barnard, Zubin Huang, AmirAli Kia, Monica Ortiz, Bryan Petzold, Takane Usui, Ronald Kwon, Christopher Jacobs, Ellen Kuhl

SBC 2008; 283-284https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192407

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View Articletitled, Exploring Cellular Tensegrity: Physical Modeling and Computational Simulation

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Topics: Modeling , Simulation , Tensegrity , Design , Geodesic domes , Gravity (Force) , Stability , Students , Tension , Tumors

Feasibility of Determination of Mechanical Properties of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms by Simultaneous Pressure and Volume Measurements In-Vivo

Marcel van ’t Veer, Marcel C. M. Rutten, Jaap Buth, Nico H. J. Pijls, Frans N. van de Vosse

SBC 2008; 285-286https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192408

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View Articletitled, Feasibility of Determination of Mechanical Properties of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms by Simultaneous Pressure and Volume Measurements In-Vivo

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Topics: Aneurysms , Mechanical properties , Pressure , Volume measurement , Stress , Geometry , Risk , Risk assessment , Rupture , Vessels

Different Approaches to the Choice of Coordinate System for Left-Ventricular FE-Mesh Generation

Hon Fai Choi, Ming Wu, Jan D’hooge, Frank E. Rademakers, Piet Claus

SBC 2008; 287-288https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192414

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View Articletitled, Different Approaches to the Choice of Coordinate System for Left-Ventricular FE-Mesh Generation

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Topics: Biological tissues , Finite element analysis , Physiology

Analysis of Retrieved Surgical Implant Devices: Alternative Bearing Surfaces

Alan W. Eberhardt, Donald W. Petersen, Shafiul Chowdhury, Preston R. Beck, Jack E. Lemons

SBC 2008; 289-290https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192423

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View Articletitled, Analysis of Retrieved Surgical Implant Devices: Alternative Bearing Surfaces

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Topics: Bearings , Surgery , Orthopedics , Prostheses , Design , Failure , Forensic sciences , Performance

Capillary Driven Fluid Flow in Medical Devices

Fiachra A. O’Leary, Philip C. Griffin

SBC 2008; 291-292https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192427

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View Articletitled, Capillary Driven Fluid Flow in Medical Devices

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Topics: Fluid dynamics , Medical devices , Microchannels , Fluids , Pressure , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Dimensions , Flow (Dynamics) , Proteins

Computation of Local Elastic and Torsional Properties of Soft Hydrogels

Uday Chippada, Penelope Georges, Xue Jiang, Lulu Li, Bernard Yurke, Noshir A. Langrana

SBC 2008; 293-294https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192430

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View Articletitled, Computation of Local Elastic and Torsional Properties of Soft Hydrogels

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Topics: Computation , Hydrogels , Elasticity , Mechanical properties , Young's modulus

Effect of Gait on Patellofemoral Mechanics

Jeffrey E. Bischoff, Justin S. Hertzler

SBC 2008; 295-296https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192451

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View Articletitled, Effect of Gait on Patellofemoral Mechanics

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Topics: Arthroplasty , Boundary-value problems , Computer simulation , Damage , Design , Kinematics , Knee

Critical Buckling Pressure of Veins

Ricky Martinez, Cesar A. Fierro, Hai-Chao Han

SBC 2008; 297-298https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192456

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View Articletitled, Critical Buckling Pressure of Veins

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Topics: Buckling , Pressure , Diseases , Mechanical properties

Desiccation of Geobacter Sulfurreducens: Membrane Response to Osmotic Stress

Vishard Ragoonanan, Jason Malsam, Daniel R. Bond, Alptekin Aksan

SBC 2008; 299-300https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192461

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View Articletitled, Desiccation of Geobacter Sulfurreducens: Membrane Response to Osmotic Stress

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Topics: Membranes , Stress , Bacteria , Thin films , Coatings , Electron transport , Latex , Preservation , Sensors

Progressive Energy Dissipations of Human Cortical Bone in Compression

Huijie Leng, Xuanliang Dong, Xiaodu Wang

SBC 2008; 301-302https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192463

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View Articletitled, Progressive Energy Dissipations of Human Cortical Bone in Compression

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Topics: Bone , Compression , Energy dissipation , Bone fractures , Fracture toughness , Stress , Brittleness , Deformation , Elastic moduli , Failure

Alterations in Stresses due to Various Femoral Deformities Across the Hip Joint: FEA Analysis

Mitul Y. Vyas, Sanjeev Sabharwal, Noshir A. Langrana

SBC 2008; 303-304https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192469

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View Articletitled, Alterations in Stresses due to Various Femoral Deformities Across the Hip Joint: FEA Analysis

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Topics: Biomechanics , Collapse , Diseases , Displacement , Erosion , Finite element analysis , Orthopedics , Pediatrics , Stress

Flow Increases Endothelial Migration and Inhibits Smooth Muscle Cell Proliferation in Artery and Co-Culture Models

Yong-Ung Lee, Jian Luo, Eugene Sprague, Hai-Chao Han

SBC 2008; 305-306https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192475

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View Articletitled, Flow Increases Endothelial Migration and Inhibits Smooth Muscle Cell Proliferation in Artery and Co-Culture Models

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Muscle , Particle filtering (numerical methods) , Sheet molding compound (Plastics) , Sliding mode control , Surface mount components , Endothelial cells , Failure , Stents

Boundary Stiffness Regulates Fibroblast Behavior in Collagen Gels

Jeffrey John, Kristen L. Billiar

SBC 2008; 307-308https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192476

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View Articletitled, Boundary Stiffness Regulates Fibroblast Behavior in Collagen Gels

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Topics: Fibroblasts , Stiffness , Biology

A Technique for Quantitative Characterization of Pulmonary Vascular Morphology and Application in a Normal Rat

Hedi Razavi, Shahrzad Y. Zarafshar, Chengpei Xu, Jeffrey A. Feinstein, Charles A. Taylor

SBC 2008; 309-310https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192477

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View Articletitled, A Technique for Quantitative Characterization of Pulmonary Vascular Morphology and Application in a Normal Rat

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Topics: Blood vessels , Flow (Dynamics) , Lung , Pressure , Pulmonary artery

Optimal Control Solutions for a Simple Model of Human Jumping

Ross H. Miller, Brian R. Umberger, Graham E. Caldwell

SBC 2008; 311-312https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192478

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View Articletitled, Optimal Control Solutions for a Simple Model of Human Jumping

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Topics: Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Modeling , Muscle , Optimal control , Optimization , Simulation

Bi-Articulate Approach to Addressing Shoulder Pain Issues in Manual Wheelchair Users

Sarah R. Dubowsky, Sue Ann Sisto, Noshir A. Langrana

SBC 2008; 313-314https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192479

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View Articletitled, Bi-Articulate Approach to Addressing Shoulder Pain Issues in Manual Wheelchair Users

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Topics: Wheelchairs , Propulsion , Education

Dynamic Control of Sliding Directions of Kinesin-Driven Microtubules With Rotating Electric Fields

Shukei Sugita, Naoya Sakamoto, Toshiro Ohashi, Masaaki Sato

SBC 2008; 315-316https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192496

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Control of Sliding Directions of Kinesin-Driven Microtubules With Rotating Electric Fields

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Topics: Electric fields , Actuators , Geometry , Molecular motors , Nanoscale phenomena

Image-Based Modeling of Blood Flow in Human Coronary Arteries With and Without Bypass Grafts During Rest and Simulated Exercise

Jessica Shih, Hyun Jin Kim, Charles A. Taylor

SBC 2008; 317-318https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192498

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View Articletitled, Image-Based Modeling of Blood Flow in Human Coronary Arteries With and Without Bypass Grafts During Rest and Simulated Exercise

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Topics: Blood flow , Coronary arteries , Modeling , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Computational fluid dynamics , Diseases , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Surgery

Inhomogenous Stiffness of Articular Chondrocytes Measured by Atomic Force Microscopy

Nadeen O. Chahine, Todd A. Sulchek

SBC 2008; 319-320https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192500

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View Articletitled, Inhomogenous Stiffness of Articular Chondrocytes Measured by Atomic Force Microscopy

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Chondrocytes , Stiffness , Probes , Cartilage , Composite materials , Elastic moduli , Maintenance , Mechanical properties , Stress

Primary Cilia Mediate Intracellular cAMP Responses in Bone Cells Exposed to Dynamic Fluid Flow

Ronald Y. Kwon, Sara Temiyasathit, Padmaja Tummala, Clarence Quah, Christopher R. Jacobs

SBC 2008; 321-322https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192511

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View Articletitled, Primary Cilia Mediate Intracellular cAMP Responses in Bone Cells Exposed to Dynamic Fluid Flow

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Topics: Bone , Fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Signals

Non-Newtonian Study of Blood Flow in a Bifurcation With a Stabilized Finite Element Method

Victor L. Marrero, John A. Tichy, Kenneth E. Jansen

SBC 2008; 323-324https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192516

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View Articletitled, Non-Newtonian Study of Blood Flow in a Bifurcation With a Stabilized Finite Element Method

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Topics: Bifurcation , Blood flow , Finite element methods , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Blood , Cardiac cycle , Cardiovascular system , Cycles , Diseases

Inverse Mechanical Characterization of Tissue Engineered Heart Valves

Martijn A. J. Cox, Jeroen Kortsmit, Niels J. B. Driessen, Carlijn V. C. Bouten, Frank P. T. Baaijens

SBC 2008; 325-326https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192521

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View Articletitled, Inverse Mechanical Characterization of Tissue Engineered Heart Valves

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Topics: Biological tissues , Valves , Anisotropy , Cardiovascular system , Soft tissues , Deformation , Dimensions , Diseases , Mechanical behavior , Mechanical properties

Towards a Multi-Flagella Architecture for E.coli Inspired Swimming Microrobot Propulsion

Arash Taheri, Meysam Mohammadi-Amin

SBC 2008; 327-328https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192525

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View Articletitled, Towards a Multi-Flagella Architecture for E.coli Inspired Swimming Microrobot Propulsion

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Topics: Propulsion , Inertia (Mechanics) , Bacteria , Microorganisms , Reynolds number , Biomedicine , Cycles , Design , Diseases , Drug delivery systems

Proposal of a Mechano-Cell Model With Membrane, Cytoskeleton and Nucleus

Masanori Nakamura, Ray Noguchi, Yoshihiro Ujihara, Hiroshi Miyazaki, Shigeo Wada

SBC 2008; 329-330https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192527

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View Articletitled, Proposal of a Mechano-Cell Model With Membrane, Cytoskeleton and Nucleus

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Topics: Mechanical properties , Membranes , Shapes , Stress

Heating in a Stenosed Coronary Artery With Pulsating Flow and Non-Newtonian Viscosity

Jonas Lantz, Roland Gårdhagen, Joakim Wren, Matts Karlsson

SBC 2008; 331-332https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192532

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View Articletitled, Heating in a Stenosed Coronary Artery With Pulsating Flow and Non-Newtonian Viscosity

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Topics: Atherosclerosis , Cardiovascular system , Coronary arteries , Diseases , Erosion , Heating , Pulsatile flow , Rupture , Temperature , Temperature measurement

A New Method of Blunt Cartilage Impact for a Model of Osteoarthritis

Stephen Fening, Morgan Jones, Vasilios Moutzouros, Anthony Miniaci

SBC 2008; 333-334https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192534

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View Articletitled, A New Method of Blunt Cartilage Impact for a Model of Osteoarthritis

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Topics: Cartilage , Osteoarthritis , Wounds , Delays , Diseases , Testing

Relationship Between Obesity and Osteopenia in Lumbar Spines of Rats Using Mechanical and Morphological Studies

D. G. Woo, Q. J. Lee, W. P. Park, C. Y. Ko, D. Lim, H. S. Kim, B. Y. Lee

SBC 2008; 335-336https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192537

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View Articletitled, Relationship Between Obesity and Osteopenia in Lumbar Spines of Rats Using Mechanical and Morphological Studies

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Topics: Bone , Cancer , Cardiovascular system , Diabetes , Diseases , Economics , Lumbar spine , Risk

Kinematic Demands of Nucleus Replacement Technology

Elizabeth J. Sander, Nephi A. Zufelt, Brian P. Kelly, Denis J. DiAngelo

SBC 2008; 337-338https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192549

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View Articletitled, Kinematic Demands of Nucleus Replacement Technology

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Topics: Kinematics , Surgery , Biological tissues , Biomaterials , Biomechanics , Diseases , Disks , Testing

Toward Patient-Specific Cervical Spine Functional Spinal Unit FE Modeling and Validation

Nicole A. Kallemeyn, Srinivas C. Tadepalli, Kiran H. Shivanna, Nicole M. Grosland

SBC 2008; 339-340https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192550

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View Articletitled, Toward Patient-Specific Cervical Spine Functional Spinal Unit FE Modeling and Validation

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Topics: Cervical spine , Modeling , Anatomy , Finite element analysis , Finite element model , Biomechanics , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Human spine , Materials properties

Comparison Elbow Joint Angles for Male and Female Bat Swings

Elisha Gregory, Samantha Sheets, Brent Witten

SBC 2008; 341-342https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192555

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View Articletitled, Comparison Elbow Joint Angles for Male and Female Bat Swings

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Three-Dimensional Segmental Coupling Responses of the Cervical Spine

Narayan Yoganandan, Brian D. Stemper, Frank A. Pintar, Glenn Paskoff, Barry Shender

SBC 2008; 343-344https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192556

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View Articletitled, Three-Dimensional Segmental Coupling Responses of the Cervical Spine

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Topics: Cervical spine , Rotation , Bone , Computerized tomography , Minerals , Stress

Arterial Remodeling in Response to Increased Blood Flow Using a Constituent-Based Model

Alkiviadis Tsamis, Nikos Stergiopulos

SBC 2008; 345-346https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192557

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View Articletitled, Arterial Remodeling in Response to Increased Blood Flow Using a Constituent-Based Model

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Topics: Blood flow , Muscle , Relaxation (Physics) , Shear stress , Stress

Simulated Deep Flexion With Muscle Loading: Whole Leg Versus Knee Kinematics

Amber N. Reeve, Chadd W. Clary, Amit M. Mane, Lorin P. Maletsky

SBC 2008; 347-348https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192560

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View Articletitled, Simulated Deep Flexion With Muscle Loading: Whole Leg Versus Knee Kinematics

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Topics: Kinematics , Knee , Muscle , Stress , Tendons

Failure Properties and Material Characterization of Human Meniscal Attachments

Diego F. Villegas, Karen Hauch, Gregory M. Odegard, Tammy L. Haut Donahue

SBC 2008; 349-350https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192562

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View Articletitled, Failure Properties and Material Characterization of Human Meniscal Attachments

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Topics: Failure , Knee , Stress

Prediction of Ligament Length During Wrist Flexion Extension

Rita M. Patterson, Naoya Yazaki, Clark R. Andersen, Newt H. Scott, Jr., Steven F. Viegas

SBC 2008; 351-352https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192564

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View Articletitled, Prediction of Ligament Length During Wrist Flexion Extension

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Topics: Bone

Change in Knee Passive Envelope of Motion With Total Knee Replacement Design

Amit M. Mane, Chadd W. Clary, Amber N. Reeve, Lorin P. Maletsky, Kevin A. Dodd

SBC 2008; 353-354https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192565

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View Articletitled, Change in Knee Passive Envelope of Motion With Total Knee Replacement Design

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Topics: Design , Knee , Knee joint prostheses , Stability , Surgery , Performance , Tension , Wounds

A Dynamic Boundary Condition for the Pulmonary Vasculature

Rachel B. Clipp, Brooke N. Steele

SBC 2008; 355-356https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192567

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View Articletitled, A Dynamic Boundary Condition for the Pulmonary Vasculature

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Topics: Blood , Blood flow , Boundary-value problems , Geometry , Pressure , Vessels

The Assessment of Loosely and Tightly Bound Water in Water Distribution Changes of Human Cortical Bone by NMR

Qingwen Ni, Huijie Leng, Daniel P. Nicolella

SBC 2008; 357-358https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192571

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Assessment of Loosely and Tightly Bound Water in Water Distribution Changes of Human Cortical Bone by NMR

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Topics: Bone , Nuclear magnetic resonance , Water , Water distribution , Mechanical properties , Porosity

Articular Surface-to-Tibial Baseplate Micromotion on the Natural-Knee^® II and Natural-Knee^® Flex Components

Kimberly D. Mimnaugh, Alex P. Stoller

SBC 2008; 359-360https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192577

Abstract

View Articletitled, Articular Surface-to-Tibial Baseplate Micromotion on the Natural-Knee^® II and Natural-Knee^® Flex Components

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Topics: Bone , Knee , Molecular weight , Wear

Anisotropic Modeling of Fibrous White Matter

Rika M. Wright, K. T. Ramesh

SBC 2008; 361-362https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192582

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View Articletitled, Anisotropic Modeling of Fibrous White Matter

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Topics: Anisotropy , Modeling , Brain , Damage , Wounds , Stress , Biological tissues , Deformation , Injury mechanisms , Traumatic brain injury

Controlled Cyclic Stretching of Tissue Engineered Heart Valves: Effects on Mechanical Properties and ECM Organization

Zeeshan H. Syedain, Robert T. Tranquillo

SBC 2008; 363-364https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192583

Abstract

View Articletitled, Controlled Cyclic Stretching of Tissue Engineered Heart Valves: Effects on Mechanical Properties and ECM Organization

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Topics: Biological tissues , Mechanical properties , Valves , Bioreactors , Fibroblasts , Maintenance , Performance , Tissue engineering

Fluid Structure Interaction Analysis of Blood Flow Through a Mechanical Heart Valve

Alejandro Roldán, Nancy Sweitzer, Tim Osswald, Naomi Chesler

SBC 2008; 365-366https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192585

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fluid Structure Interaction Analysis of Blood Flow Through a Mechanical Heart Valve

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Topics: Blood flow , Fluid structure interaction , Heart valve prostheses , Valves , Blood , Finite element methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Pulsatile flow

Electrodeposited Micro Copper Bumps for Packaging Module of a Micro-Thermoelectric Cooler

Ajay A. Kardak, Elizabeth J. Podlaha-Murphy, Michael C. Murphy, Ram V. Devireddy

SBC 2008; 367-368https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192588

Abstract

View Articletitled, Electrodeposited Micro Copper Bumps for Packaging Module of a Micro-Thermoelectric Cooler

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Topics: Copper , Packaging , Silver , Alloys , Dimensions , Electroless plating , Lead-free solders , Manufacturing , Microwaves , Optical interconnections

Maximum Contractile Strain in the Biceps Brachii Is Bounded by Sarcomere Geometry

John E. Novotny, Brian A. Knarr, Hehe Zhou

SBC 2008; 369-370https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192589

Abstract

View Articletitled, Maximum Contractile Strain in the Biceps Brachii Is Bounded by Sarcomere Geometry

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Topics: Algorithms , Geometry , Magnetic resonance imaging , Muscle , Shear (Mechanics)

Polarized Light Microscopy for Analyzing Tissue Mechanics During In Vitro Acupuncture

Lowell Taylor Edgar, Margaret Julias, David I. Shreiber, Helen M. Buettner

SBC 2008; 371-372https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192595

Abstract

View Articletitled, Polarized Light Microscopy for Analyzing Tissue Mechanics During In Vitro Acupuncture

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Topics: Biological tissues , Microscopy , Polarization (Light) , Needles , Patient treatment , Rotation , Algorithms , China , Imaging , Skin

Col1 and Col2 Gene Expression During the Development of Murine Knee Joints

Kumar Chokalingam, Chris Frede, Jane L. Florer, Richard J. Wenstrup, David L. Butler

SBC 2008; 373-374https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192596

Abstract

View Articletitled, Col1 and Col2 Gene Expression During the Development of Murine Knee Joints

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Topics: Biological tissues , Biology , Engineers , Knee , Maintenance , Tendons

Effect of Anterior Translation on Anterior Knee Force in a Porcine Model

Daniel V. Boguszewski, Jason T. Shearn, Christopher T. Wagner, David L. Butler

SBC 2008; 375-376https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192597

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View Articletitled, Effect of Anterior Translation on Anterior Knee Force in a Porcine Model

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Topics: Knee , Anterior cruciate ligament , Wounds , Failure , Robotics , Accounting , Bearings , Biomechanics , Magnetic resonance imaging , Stability

Gender Differences in the Kinematics and Morphology of the Knee

Kartik M. Varadarajan, Thomas J. Gill, Andrew A. Freiberg, Harry E. Rubash, Guoan Li

SBC 2008; 377-378https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192599

Abstract

View Articletitled, Gender Differences in the Kinematics and Morphology of the Knee

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Topics: Kinematics , Knee , Wounds , Anterior cruciate ligament , Arthroplasty , Bearings , Biomedicine , Dislocations , Imaging , Magnetic resonance

Stresses in Femoral Knee Component: Effects of Patellofemoral Loading Location and Magnitude

Mehul A. Dharia, Alex P. Stoller, Jeff E. Bischoff

SBC 2008; 379-380https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192601

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View Articletitled, Stresses in Femoral Knee Component: Effects of Patellofemoral Loading Location and Magnitude

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Topics: Knee , Stress , Dimensions , Bone , Flanges , Orthopedics , Shapes

Plaque Ulceration Is Associated With High Stear Stress in Stenotic Carotid Bifurcations

Harald C. Groen, Thomas T. de Weert, Frank J. H. Gijsen, Anton F. W. van der Steen, Aad van der Lugt, Jolanda J. Wentzel

SBC 2008; 381-382https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192614

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View Articletitled, Plaque Ulceration Is Associated With High Stear Stress in Stenotic Carotid Bifurcations

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Topics: Bifurcation , Stress , Rupture , Atherosclerosis , Shear stress , Biological tissues , Carotid arteries , Computational fluid dynamics , Computerized tomography , Diseases

Morphological and Mechanical Property Correlations in Rabbit Tibial Plateau Cartilage Using a Fibril-Reinforced Biphasic Model

Nurit Golenberg, Eugene Kepich, Roger C. Haut

SBC 2008; 383-384https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192625

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View Articletitled, Morphological and Mechanical Property Correlations in Rabbit Tibial Plateau Cartilage Using a Fibril-Reinforced Biphasic Model

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Topics: Cartilage , Mechanical properties , Biological tissues , Poisson ratio , Equilibrium (Physics) , Osteoarthritis , Permeability

Flow-Induced Wall Mechanics of Patient-Specific Aneurysmal Cerebral Arteries: Nonlinear Isotropic vs. Anisotropic Wall Stress

S. L. Cornejo, J. F. Rodriguez, A. A. Valencia, A. M. Guzman, E. A. Finol

SBC 2008; 385-386https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192626

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flow-Induced Wall Mechanics of Patient-Specific Aneurysmal Cerebral Arteries: Nonlinear Isotropic vs. Anisotropic Wall Stress

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Topics: Anisotropy , Cerebral arteries , Flow (Dynamics) , Stress , Aneurysms , Biomechanics , Pressure , Constitutive equations , Geometry , Hemodynamics

Mechanical Characterization of Contact Lenses by Microindentation: Constant Velocity and Relaxation Testing

Sung Jin Lee, Gerald R. Bourne, Xiaoming Chen, W. Gregory Sawyer, Malisa Sarntinoranont

SBC 2008; 387-388https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192640

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View Articletitled, Mechanical Characterization of Contact Lenses by Microindentation: Constant Velocity and Relaxation Testing

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Topics: Relaxation (Physics) , Testing , Fluids , Hydrogels , Materials properties , Design , Electrical conductance , Finite element analysis , Fittings , Lenses (Optics)

An Innovative Method to Construct Silicone Cerebrovascular Replicas

Juyu Chueh, Ajay K. Wakhloo, Matthew J. Gounis

SBC 2008; 389-390https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192642

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View Articletitled, An Innovative Method to Construct Silicone Cerebrovascular Replicas

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Topics: Computerized tomography , Geometry , Imaging , Magnetic resonance imaging , Manufacturing , Painting , Particle spin , Physiology , Rapid prototyping , Rotation

A Time Resolved DPIV In-Vitro Evaluation of Coronary Stents in Realistic Conditions: Part II — Effect of Stent Design

John J. Charonko, Satya P. Karri, Jaime Schmieg, Santosh V. Prabhu, Pavlos P. Vlachos

SBC 2008; 391-392https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192646

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View Articletitled, A Time Resolved DPIV In-Vitro Evaluation of Coronary Stents in Realistic Conditions: Part II — Effect of Stent Design

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Topics: Design , Stents , Diseases , Cardiovascular system , Coronary arteries , Drugs , Endothelial cells , Food and Drug Administration , Frequency-domain analysis , Metals

Modeling Heat Transfer in Human Arm and Forearm: Effect of Countercurrent Heat Exchange and Superficial Veins

Maurício S. Ferreira, Jurandir I. Yanagihara

SBC 2008; 393-394https://doi.org/10.1115/SBC2008-192652