Simulation of the three-dimensional flow in the human larynx

Authors

  • S. Préseault Céré Dep. of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ottawa, 161 Louis-Pasteur, Ont. K1N 6N5, Canada
  • A. Lormand Dep. of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ottawa, 161 Louis-Pasteur, Ont. K1N 6N5, Canada
  • D. Redekop Dep. of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ottawa, 161 Louis-Pasteur, Ont. K1N 6N5, Canada
  • G. Rouhi Dep. of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ottawa, 161 Louis-Pasteur, Ont. K1N 6N5, Canada

Keywords:

Approximation theory, Computer simulation, Flow rate, Velocity measurement, Glottal impedance, Human larynx, Maximum velocity

Abstract

Simulation of the three-dimensional flow in the human larynx is demonstrated. A three dimensional model was constructed to represent realistic structures from the trachea up to the epiglottis and the model was designed using approximations. The subglottic and supraglottic zones were constructed based on morphometric measurements. The results show that the process of simulation highlighted the interaction between the VFFAs and flow rate as the shape of the opening facilitates flow the glottal impedance should decrease. The flow rate and maximum velocity also increased with increasing the lung pressure. The recirculation in the ventricle when combined with the Conda effect shows that the effect could be a significant element on the behavior of the ventricular folds.

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Published

2007-09-01

How to Cite

1.
Céré SP, Lormand A, Redekop D, Rouhi G. Simulation of the three-dimensional flow in the human larynx. Canadian Acoustics [Internet]. 2007 Sep. 1 [cited 2026 May 5];35(3):116-7. Available from: https://jcaa.caa-aca.ca/index.php/jcaa/article/view/1928

Issue

Vol. 35 No. 3 (2007)

Section

Proceedings of the Acoustics Week in Canada

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