Research Project for Dr. David S. Nobes at the University of Alberta
Study of a Silicone Tri-Leaf Heart Valve
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Creative Fields: CAD, FEA Simulation
Completion Date: Winter 2022
Skills: SolidWorks Simulation Tool
Background: Ex vivo heart perfusion (EVHP) enables the preservation of a heart and keeps it beating during transport. An experimental setup containing a hydraulic circuit analogous to the left flow loop of the EVHP system has been developed. A computer-controlled pump with a tri-leaf exit valve is used to simulate the working condition of the heart. This valve performance has a direct impact on the flow field under investigation. The present study aims to investigate the performance of the silicone valve under back pressure.
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Contribution and Disclaimer:
This research project was fully conducted by myself with great guidance from Dr. David S. Nobes and PhD student Jake Hadfield.