A Study of Muscle Activation in a Mathematical Model of the Human Head and Neck

Authors

Janet Brelin-Fornari, Kettering UniversityFollow
A. Arabyan, University of Arizona

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

11-1-2001

Publication Title

5th International Symposium on Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering

Conference Name

5th International Symposium on Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering

Abstract

A model of the human head and neck that incorporates active and passive muscles is utilized in the analysis of non-impact loading in high “g” environments. The active muscles have the capability to be activated partially and in different combinations.The model is implemented in MADYMO using lumped parameters and Hill muscles. A comparison of simulation results with experimental data, generated by the Naval Biodynamics Laboratory (NBDL) for neck flexion and rebound, shows excellent agreement for a 15g impulsive load.

Comments

Rome, Italy

Rights Statement

© 2001 IDMEC. Posted with permission.

Recommended Citation

Brelin-Fornari, Janet and Arabyan, A., "A Study of Muscle Activation in a Mathematical Model of the Human Head and Neck" (2001). Mechanical Engineering Presentations And Conference Materials. 5.
https://digitalcommons.kettering.edu/mech_eng_conference/5