Implementation of reflex loops in a biomechanical finite element model.
In the field of biomechanics, the offer of models which are more and more realistic requires to integrate a physiological response, in particular, the controlled muscle bracing and the reflexes. The following work aims to suggest a unique methodology which couples together a sensory and motor loop with a finite element model. Our method is applied to the study of the oscillation of the elbow in the case of a biceps brachial stretch reflex. The results obtained are promising in the purpose of the development of reactive human body models.
a CADLM , Massy , France.|b Aix-Marseille Université , IFSTTAR, LBA UMR T24, Marseille , France.
Dorian
D
Salin
b Aix-Marseille Université , IFSTTAR, LBA UMR T24, Marseille , France.
Pierre-Jean
PJ
Arnoux
a CADLM , Massy , France.
Kambiz
K
Kayvantash
b Aix-Marseille Université , IFSTTAR, LBA UMR T24, Marseille , France.
Michel
M
Behr
D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000502:physiology; D020342:Finite Element Analysis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008954:Models, Biological; D018482:Muscle, Skeletal / Q000502:physiology; D009716:Numerical Analysis, Computer-Assisted; D012026:Reflex, Stretch / Q000502:physiology*; D055815:Young Adult
Finite element model; biomechanics; feedback control; muscles; stretch reflex