Implementation of reflex loops in a biomechanical finite element model |
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Authors: | Dorian Salin Pierre-Jean Arnoux Kambiz Kayvantash Michel Behr |
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Institution: | 1. CADLM, Massy, France;2. Aix-Marseille Université, IFSTTAR, LBA UMR T24, Marseille, France;3. Aix-Marseille Université, IFSTTAR, LBA UMR T24, Marseille, France |
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Abstract: | 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. |
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Keywords: | Finite element model stretch reflex muscles feedback control biomechanics |
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