PHYSICAL AND NUMERICAL FLOW-EXCITED VOCAL FOLD MODELS

S. L. Thomson, L. Mongeau, S. H. Frankel

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Abstract

Self-oscillating physical and numerical models of the vocal folds were investigated. The physical model was cast into an idealized shape of the vocal folds, on a 1:1 length scale with the human vocal folds, using a flexible polyurethane rubber. The model in a hemilaryngeal configuration experienced flow-induced oscillations at a frequency of 90 Hz and onset pressure of 1.2 kPa. The numerical model was a two-dimensional finite element model of the vocal folds and vocal tract. The flow was calculated throughout the flow domain using the incompressible, two-dimensional Navier-Stokes equations. The aerodynamics and vocal fold dynamics were fully coupled. Regular, self-sustained oscillations were predicted at a frequency of approximately 275 Hz. The influence of supraglottal duct length on vocal fold motion is discussed. The capabilities and limitations of the models are discussed, and areas for further development are identified.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationModels and Analysis of Vocal Emissions for Biomedical Applications, MAVEBA 2003
Pages147-150
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)8884531551, 9788884531551
StatePublished - 2003
Externally publishedYes
Event3rd International Workshop on Models and Analysis of Vocal Emissions for Biomedical Applications, MAVEBA 2003 - Florence, Italy
Duration: 10 Dec 200312 Dec 2003

Publication series

NameModels and Analysis of Vocal Emissions for Biomedical Applications, MAVEBA 2003

Conference

Conference3rd International Workshop on Models and Analysis of Vocal Emissions for Biomedical Applications, MAVEBA 2003
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityFlorence
Period10/12/0312/12/03

Keywords

  • finite element analysis
  • Physical model
  • vocal fold models

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Computer Science Applications

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