The discrete multi-physics method applied to biomechanics

Ariane, Mostapha (2018). The discrete multi-physics method applied to biomechanics. University of Birmingham. Ph.D.

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Abstract

In this thesis, a fully Lagrangian approach called the Discrete Multi-Physics is adopted and applied to biomechanics. The Discrete Multi-Physics combines the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics, the Mass and Spring Model and the Discrete Element Method in a common particle-based framework. In the Discrete Multi-Physics, high deformations and contact of solid structures (e.g. valve’s leaflets during closing phase or colloid contact) can be easily modelled. In biological valve simulations, for instance, we were able to account for repeated opening-closing cycles and to introduce an agglomeration algorithm to model clotting. Besides cardiovascular and venous flows, we also applied the Discrete Multi-Physics to respiratory tracts for modelling (i) cilia motion and drug diffusion in the periciliary layer (ciliated epithelium) and (ii) the release of active ingredients in powder inhalers for drug delivery in the lungs.

Type of Work: Thesis (Doctorates > Ph.D.)
Award Type: Doctorates > Ph.D.
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Supervisor(s)EmailORCID
Alexiadis , AlessioUNSPECIFIEDUNSPECIFIED
Barigou, MostafaUNSPECIFIEDUNSPECIFIED
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College/Faculty: Colleges (2008 onwards) > College of Engineering & Physical Sciences
School or Department: School of Chemical Engineering
Funders: None/not applicable
Subjects: Q Science > QC Physics
T Technology > TP Chemical technology
URI: http://etheses.bham.ac.uk/id/eprint/8048

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