Development of a 3d finite element model of the human external ear for simulation of the auditory occlusion effect

Authors

  • Martin K. Brummund Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, École de Technologie Supérieure, 1100 Rue Notre Dame O, Montréal, QC H3C1K3, Canada
  • Yvan Petit Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, École de Technologie Supérieure, 1100 Rue Notre Dame O, Montréal, QC H3C1K3, Canada
  • Franck Sgard Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, École de Technologie Supérieure, 1100 Rue Notre Dame O, Montréal, QC H3C1K3, Canada
  • Frederic Laville Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, École de Technologie Supérieure, 1100 Rue Notre Dame O, Montréal, QC H3C1K3, Canada

Keywords:

Three dimensional, Tissue, 3D finite element model, Cartilaginous tissues, Ear canal, Hearing protectors, Insertion depth, Occlusion effect, Skin tissue, Soft rubber

Abstract

Numerical models present a valuable means to improve the outlined shortcomings because they can aid to better assess and design hearing protectors. The present study describes the development of a novel coupled linear elasto-acoustic 3D finite element model of the human external ear. This genuine model is employed to simulate the auditory OE. The biomaterial properties of the bony and cartilaginous tissues were approximated using literature findings. The skin tissue of the ear canal entrance and walls was modeled using soft rubber. The obtained results indicate that the implemented 3D finite element model can be employed to calculate the auditory OE. Obtained OEs vary as a function of insertion depth and are plausible when compared to literature findings. Comprehensive tests regarding the influence of each of these factors have yet to be completed.

Published

2011-09-01

How to Cite

1.
Brummund MK, Petit Y, Sgard F, Laville F. Development of a 3d finite element model of the human external ear for simulation of the auditory occlusion effect. Canadian Acoustics [Internet]. 2011Sep.1 [cited 2021Jan.25];39(3):94-5. Available from: https://jcaa.caa-aca.ca/index.php/jcaa/article/view/2427

Issue

Vol. 39 No. 3 (2011)

Section

Proceedings of the Acoustics Week in Canada

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