Development of Models of Laryngeal Cartilage Using MRI Images

Authors

Brianne Hamilton, Brigham Young University
Dr. Scott L. Thomson, Brigham Young University

Keywords

laryngeal cartilage, MRI images, speech production

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Abstract

The study of vocal fold vibration allows for greater understanding of how speech production occurs and of the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of associated physiological disorders. Until now an environment to test vocal fold models which are anatomically similar in both form and function has not been available. It was necessary to have a larynx model in which artificial vocal folds can be placed and subjected to conditions found in the human body in order to attain a more comprehensive understanding of vocal folds and their function. This project was part of a team working with Dr. Scott L. Thomson to generate a working model of the human larynx.

Recommended Citation

Hamilton, Brianne and Thomson, Dr. Scott L. (2013) "Development of Models of Laryngeal Cartilage Using MRI Images," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1962.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1962