Developing a 3D model of the tongue and mouth to assess pressure generation when swallowing
Design Award
- Design Excellence Award Honorable Mention
Project Overview
This project focuses on developing a 3D model of the tongue and roof of the mouth (hard and soft palate). It will be used to compare pressure generation at various points in the oral cavity and to compare newly developed types of pressure sensors. Impact on bolus flow in varying conditions including different states of health will also be assessed. Interaction with human subjects is to be a critical aspect of this project. JoAnne Robbins, Ph.D., Director of the UW/VA Swallowing Speech and Dining Enhancement Program will supervise the project.
Team Picture
Files
- Final Paper (May 20, 2012)
- Poster (May 20, 2012)
- Project Design Specifications (March 13, 2012)
- Mid-Semester Paper (March 13, 2012)
Contact Information
Team Members
- Naomi Humpal - Team Leader
- Taylor Milne - Communicator
- Armand Grabowski - BSAC
- Nicholas Schapals - BWIG
Advisor and Client
- Dr. Tom Yen - Advisor
- JoAnne Robbins - Client
- Jacqueline Hind - Alternate Contact
Related Projects
- Fall 2012: Developing a 3D Model of the Tongue and Mouth to Assess Pressure Generation and Predict Bolus Flow when Swallowing
- Spring 2012: Developing a 3D model of the tongue and mouth to assess pressure generation when swallowing
- Fall 2011: Developing a 3D model of the tongue and mouth to assess pressure generation when swallowing