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Systolic Modeling of the Left Ventricle as a Mechatronic System: Determination of Myocardial Fiber's Sarcomere Contractile Characteristics and New Performance Indices

Dhanjoo N. Ghista^1,2, Liang Zhong², Leok P.Chua², Eddie Y-K Ng², Soo T.Lim³, Ru S. Tan³, TerranceS-J Chua³

1 Bioengineering Division, School of Chemistry & Biomedical Engineering, College of Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, 639798
2 School of Mechanical Aerospace Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, 639798
3 Department of Cardiology, National Heart Center, SingHealth, Mistri Wing, 3rd Hospital, Avenue, Singapore, 168572