Biomechanical analysis of perthes' disease using the finite element method: The role of swelling of articular cartilage

1987 ◽  
Vol 106 (4) ◽  
pp. 202-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Ueo ◽  
S. Tsutsumi ◽  
T. Yamamuro ◽  
H. Okumura
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Articular Cartilage ◽  
Biomechanical Analysis ◽  
Perthes Disease ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Method

THE ROLE OF FINITE ELEMENT METHOD IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Er. Hardik Dhull
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Approximate Solution ◽  
Analytical Method ◽  
Civil Engineering ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Engineering Problems ◽  
Building Components ◽  
Element Method

The finite element method is a numerical method that is used to find solution of mathematical and engineering problems. It basically deals with partial differential equations. It is very complex for civil engineers to study various structures by using analytical method,so they prefer finite element methods over the analytical methods. As it is an approximate solution, therefore several limitationsare associated in the applicationsin civil engineering due to misinterpretationof analyst. Hence, the main aim of the paper is to study the finite element method in details along with the benefits and limitations of using this method in analysis of building components like beams, frames, trusses, slabs etc.

scholarly journals Stress distribution in the knee joint in relation to tibiofemoral angle using the finite element method

2019 ◽  
Vol 252 ◽  
pp. 07007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Karpiński ◽  
Łukasz Jaworski ◽  
Józef Jonak ◽  
Przemysław Krakowski
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Articular Cartilage ◽  
Knee Joint ◽  
Cartilage Tissue ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Human Knee ◽  
Tibiofemoral Angle ◽  
Element Method

The article presents the results of a preliminary study on the structural analysis of the knee joint, considering changes in the mechanical properties of the articular cartilage of the joint. Studies have been made due to the need to determine the tension distribution occurring in the cartilage of the human knee. This distribution could be the starting point for designing custom made human knee prosthesis. Basic anatomy, biomechanical analysis of the knee joint and articular cartilage was introduced. Based on a series of computed tomography [CT] scans, the 3D model of human knee joint was reverse-engineered, processed and exported to CAD software. The static mechanical analysis of the knee joint model was conducted using the finite element method [FEM], in three different values of tibiofemoral angle and with varying mechanical properties of the cartilage tissue. Main conclusions of the study are: the capability to absorb loads by articular cartilage of the knee joint is preliminary determined as decreasing with increasing degenerations of the cartilage and with age of a patient. Without further information on changes of cartilage’s mechanical parameters in time it is hard to determine the nature of relation between mentioned capability and these parameters.

Role of trabecular microfractures in failure of human vertebrae estimated by the finite element method

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irina N. Sidorenko ◽  
Jan Bauer ◽  
Roberto Monetti ◽  
Dirk Müller ◽  
Ernst J. Rummeny ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Element Method

Estimation of Sound Absorption Performance of Complex Perforated Panel Absorbers by Numerical Finite Element Method and Examinining the Role of Different Layouts Behind It

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (03) ◽  
pp. 1950013
Author(s):  
Z. Hashemi ◽  
M. R. Monazzam ◽  
A. Fahim
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Sound Absorption ◽  
Current Method ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Impedance Tube ◽  
Absorption Performance ◽  
Numerical Finite Element ◽  
Element Method

Perforated panels are one of the structures that are widely used nowadays. The sound absorption behavior of materials is studied by solving the equations governing the wave propagation in these materials. In this paper, the finite element method (FEM) was used to predict the absorption performances of few different perforated composite panels. Also, the studied structures were examined by two-microphone impedance tube to validate the results of the numerical method. The relative consistency of the results of the current method with the results of the impedance tube suggests the accuracy of this method in simulating the absorption rate of perforated composites. In addition, the results of evaluating various layouts (arrangements) showed that the use of absorber materials with higher flow resistivity at the back of the perforated panel and at the beginning of the sound wave entry increases the absorption performance by 1.6 times than that of the inverse layout ratio.

scholarly journals Biomechanical Analysis Of The Intervertebral Disc Implant Using The Finite Element Method

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 57-66
Author(s):  
W. Kajzer ◽  
A. Kajzer ◽  
I. Pindycki
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Intervertebral Disc ◽  
Vertebral Column ◽  
Motor Vehicle ◽  
Biomechanical Analysis ◽  
The Finite Element Method ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Locomotive Activity ◽  
Element Method

Abstract Dysfunctions of the vertebral column belong to a group of civilisation diseases and they affect approximately 80% of population. The underlying cause is modern (sedentary) lifestyle, low locomotive activity of people and frequent motor vehicle and sports accidents. Despite civilisation’s progress, no injury prophylactics or prevention of dysfunctions of the vertebral column have been introduced. The key element influencing function of the vertebral column is the intervertebral disc. It enables multidimensional movements and constitutes a basic connective element between the joints of the vertebral column. It also enables performing basic daily activities. Acting as a “damper”, it cushions vibrations and transmits loads between the vertebrae. One of the diseases affecting the intervertebral disc is discopathy. This is the most common degenerative disease, which can be treated by both conservative and surgical treatment. After removal of the damaged disc, it can be replaced by an adequate implant, which will assume its function. The implant will be expected to restore the vertebral column motor function, as well as to eliminate the pain resulting from compression of the spine caused by the damaged disc. This paper presents a biomechanical analysis using the finite element method for the L2-L3 vertebrae system with natural intervertebral disc, and the L2-L3 – implant of the intervertebral disc system. Two cases of the system vertebrae-implant were analysed which differed in the placement of the artificial disc in the intervertebral space. Within the conducted analysis, the state of displacement, strain and stress of reduced analysed systems and their individual elements was determined. A comparative analysis of the results and calculations was performed, also conclusions and observations were formulated, constituting a starting point for building more advanced calculation models and further analyses of such implants.

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