Yen-Jen Lai¹, I-Ling Chang^1,*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.31, No.1, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.012918

Abstract Biomechanical research reveals that the geometric shapes and dynamic behaviors of organ tissues play a pivotal role in determining their mechanical properties. Recent advancements in time-correlated imaging technologies, such as Computed Tomography (4D-CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (4D-MRI), have enabled the non-invasive capture of both geometric data and dynamic information over time. However, the manual segmentation of these extensive datasets proves to be laborious and expensive. This study introduces an automated workflow designed for image segmentation and classification within 4D-CT scans, with a specific focus on the bone structures surrounding the Trapeziometacarpal (TMC) joint in More >

XUELING HE, LINLU JIN, YIXUE QIN, JIAN ZHONG, ZHI OUYANG, YE ZENG^*

BIOCELL, Vol.48, No.11, pp. 1521-1529, 2024, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2024.055410 - 07 November 2024

Abstract Cellular biomechanical features contributed to the occurrence and development of various physiological and pathological phenomena. Micropillar arrays have emerged as an important tool for both the assessment and manipulation of cellular biomechanical characteristics. This comprehensive review provides an in-depth understanding of the fabrication methodologies of micropillar arrays and their applications in deciphering and fine-tuning cellular biomechanical properties and the innovative experimental platforms including organ-on-a-chip and organoids-on-a-chip. This review provides novel insights into the potential of micropillar technology, poised to update the landscape of stem cell research and tissue engineering. More >

Guilin Wu^1,2, Shenghua Huang¹, Tingting Liu³, Zhuoni Yang³, Yuesong Wu², Guihong Wei¹, Peng Yu^1,*, Qilin Zhang⁴, Jun Feng⁴, Bo Zeng^5,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.138, No.3, pp. 2709-2725, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.031399 - 15 December 2023

Abstract Esophageal disease is a common disorder of the digestive system that can severely affect the quality of life and prognosis of patients. Esophageal stenting is an effective treatment that has been widely used in clinical practice. However, esophageal stents of different types and parameters have varying adaptability and effectiveness for patients, and they need to be individually selected according to the patient’s specific situation. The purpose of this study was to provide a reference for clinical doctors to choose suitable esophageal stents. We used 3D printing technology to fabricate esophageal stents with different ratios of… More >

Yuanyuan Feng^*

Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics, Vol.20, No.2, pp. 97-108, 2023, DOI:10.32604/mcb.2023.045804 - 28 December 2023

Abstract Background: The increasing number of Tai Chi practitioners has led to extensive attention from researchers regarding the role of Tai Chi exercise. Numerous studies have been conducted through various experiments to examine the effects of Tai Chi on physical and mental improvement. Objective: This paper aims to investigate the effect of practicing Tai Chi (eight methods and five steps) on athletes’ body balance control ability from a biomechanical perspective. Methods: Twenty male athletes were randomly divided into two groups. They had no significant differences in age, height, weight, and training time. The Tai Chi group performed… More > Graphic Abstract

Lining Arnold Ju^*

Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics, Vol.20, No.2, pp. 95-96, 2023, DOI:10.32604/mcb.2023.042338 - 12 December 2023

Abstract This article has no abstract. More >

Guixue Wang^1,2,*

Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics, Vol.20, No.2, pp. 63-66, 2023, DOI:10.32604/mcb.2023.044564 - 29 September 2023

Abstract The analysis of biomechanical characteristics plays an important role in mastering the technical characteristics of athletes, providing guidance for the formulation and prevention of sports injury training plans and providing theoretical support for research on injury prevention and stability control in the sports field. With the importance of data analysis, the application scope of artificial intelligence methods is more extensive. For example, intelligent training systems can be used for athletes’ personalized and professional training, real-time monitoring and feedback of training data, and further reduce the risk of sports injury. However, deep learning methods process a More >

Fengping Li¹, Dong Sun^1,*, Qiaolin Zhang^1,2,3, Hairong Chen^1,2,3, István Bíró^2,3, Zhiyi Zheng⁴, Yaodong Gu^1,*

Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics, Vol.20, No.1, pp. 35-47, 2023, DOI:10.32604/mcb.2023.041016 - 20 June 2023

Abstract Background: A children’s backpack is one of the important school supplies for school-age children. Long-term excessive weight can cause spinal deformity that cannot be reversed. This study compared a double helical spring decompression structure backpack (DHSB) with a traditional backpack (TB) to explore the optimization of decompression devices on upper body pressure. The finite element (FE) method was then used to explore the simulation of lumbar stress with different backpacks, in order to prove that DHSB can reduce the influence of backpack weight on lumbar vertebrae, avoid the occurrence of muscle discomfort and spinal deformity… More > Graphic Abstract

Zhengguang Liu¹, Jun Yang¹, Tobi Fadiji², Zhiguo Li^1,*, Jiheng Ni³

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.92, No.4, pp. 1071-1090, 2023, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2023.026408 - 06 January 2023

Abstract Wind disturbance as a green method can effectively prevent the overgrowth of tomato seedlings, and its mechanism may be related to root system mechanics. This study characterized the biophysical mechanical properties of taproot and lateral roots of tomato seedlings at five seedling ages and seedling substrates with three different moisture content. The corresponding root system-substrate finite element (FE) model was then developed and validated. The study showed that seedling age significantly affected the biomechanical properties of the taproot and lateral roots of the seedlings and that moisture content significantly affected the biomechanical properties of the… More >

Junya Tanehashi¹, Szuchi Chang², Takahiro Hirosei³, Masaki Izawa², Aman Goyal², Ayumi Takahashi⁴, Kazuhito Misaji^4,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.135, No.3, pp. 2287-2306, 2023, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.022432 - 23 November 2022

Abstract This research aims to quantify driver ride comfort due to changes in damper characteristics between comfort mode and sport mode, considering the vehicle’s inertial behavior. The comfort of riding in an automobile has been evaluated in recent years on the basis of a subjective sensory evaluation given by the driver. However, reflecting driving sensations in design work to improve ride comfort is abstract in nature and difficult to express theoretically. Therefore, we evaluated the human body’s effects while driving scientifically by quantifying the driver’s behavior while operating the steering wheel and the behavior of the… More > Graphic Abstract

CLAUDE VERDIER^*

BIOCELL, Vol.46, No.11, pp. 2381-2386, 2022, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2022.021368 - 07 July 2022

Abstract Cancer metastasis is still a major social issue with limited knowledge of the formation of tumors and their growth. In addition the formation of metastases is very difficult to understand, since it involves very complex physical mechanisms such as cellular interactions and cell rheology, which are flow-dependent. Previous studies investigated transendothelial migration using sophisticated techniques such as microfluidics, traction force microscopy (TFM) or Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), combined with physical modeling. Here we summarize recent results and suggest new ways to investigate the precise mechanisms used by cancer cells to undergo transendothelial migration. More >