Praktikum Numerische Biomechanik

What it is about

You learn how biological systems can be modeled and simulated realistically with the Finite Element Method (FEM). In the end you can reconstruct patient-specific geometries from medical image data, generate meshes, perform FE simulations, and evaluate the results for the assessment of, e.g., rupture risks.

What you will be able to do

• Understand the process chain of a simulation
• Reconstruct geometries from medical image data
• Create finite element meshes
• Initiate FE calculations independently
• Analyze results of structural and fluid mechanical calculations
• Make appropriate modeling assumptions
• Present results in writing in a report

What the module consists of

• PraktikumConducting the complete simulation chain using the abdominal aortic aneurysm as an example; in the second part independently addressing medical questions on the heart, lungs, aneurysm and aorta
• Gemeinsame ÜbungenIntroduction and repetition of the workflow in computer exercises (first half)

Teaching method

• Vortrag/PräsentationConveying the background knowledge on finite elements and mechanics
• Gemeinsame Übungen am PCDemonstration of the workflow, students repeat it with tutor support
• Selbstverantwortliche ProjektarbeitApplication and deepening through independent handling of biomechanical modeling tasks