Optimization of Ultrasonic Tool Performance in Surgery

Yongqiang Qiu, Zhihong Huang, Alan Slade, G. Thomson

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingOther chapter contribution

    3 Citations (Scopus)

    Abstract

    This paper investigates the tool/material interface boundary conditions in an actual operation environment. The aim is to establish a fundamental understanding of the tool/material interfacial mechanisms using finite element methods and to predict how the vibration parameters and material properties might influence the overall system performance. In the simulation, a 3D FE simulation is being developed using dynamic mechanical analysis to characterize the vibration parameters of the tool at its tuned frequency. A selection of the material and geometry required for the tool is examined in this analysis. An ultrasonic cutting system is then implemented to achieve maximize ultrasonic benefits. This knowledge is then used to maximize ultrasonic benefits, and to quantitatively identify a close approximate model of the interfacial boundary conditions for estimating the effects on the die termination in the analytical stages of design.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationIFMBE Proceedings, 4th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering
    EditorsJ VanderSloten, P Verdonck, M Nyssen, J Haueisen
    Place of PublicationNEW YORK
    PublisherSpringer
    Pages899-902
    Number of pages4
    Volume22
    ISBN (Print)978-3-540-89207-6
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2009
    Event4th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering - Antwerp, Belgium
    Duration: 23 Nov 200827 Nov 2008

    Conference

    Conference4th European Conference of the International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering
    Country/TerritoryBelgium
    CityAntwerp
    Period23/11/0827/11/08

    Keywords

    • Ultrasonic tool design and optimization
    • material/tool interaction

    Fingerprint

    Dive into the research topics of 'Optimization of Ultrasonic Tool Performance in Surgery'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

    Cite this