Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
vapor deposition, synthetic vocal fold modeling, silicone rubber
College
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Abstract
The purpose of this project was to develop a reliable method to create the epithelial layer of silicone rubber vocal fold models. The method needed be able to repeatedly create a uniform layer of silicone rubber that is 70-80 microns in thickness. The type of silicone rubber used was to have similar or identical properties to the type currently in use. In an attempt to accomplish this purpose, three types of nozzles, an ultrasonic mist maker and an airbrush were tested to see if they could efficiently atomize the silicone mixture. This testing showed that the airbrush setup has the most promise to accomplish our purpose.
Recommended Citation
Hortin, Mitchell and Thomson, Dr. Scott
(2013)
"Vapor Deposition Methods for Synthetic Vocal Fold Modeling,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 1967.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1967