Characterization and Modeling of Thoraco-Abdominal Response to Blast Waves.
Abstract
Computational techniques for defining the load distribution on a body in the blast field were validated against data taken in field tests. A generic anatomical structure for a sheep was defined. Material properties for the various organs, bones, and muscle elements were found in the literature to the extent possible. The sheep anatomy was implemented in the finite element model (FEM). The FEM was extended to nonlinear material properties and lumped surface mass. Work was started on supplying mechanical properties of the lung for various species including humans.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADA177307
Entities
People
- James H. Stuhmiller