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Solid Hex Meshing the Human Lumbar Spine: A Case Study on NuVasive Inc.
Overview
Solid Hex Meshing the Human Lumbar Spine: A Case Study on NuVasive Inc.Altair |
Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Device Management Platforms Wearables - Implants | |
Equipment & Machinery Healthcare & Hospitals | |
Product Research & Development Quality Assurance | |
Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing Virtual Reality | |
Testing & Certification | |
Operational Impact
NuVasive’s use of HyperMesh to HEXA mesh human vertebrae is now routinely used within their structural simulation department. They are currently using computational modeling using HyperMesh to anticipate the performance of medical devices when they are used in various patient groups. By providing these new finite element analysis (FEA) models to device engineers, they are ensuring cutting-edge devices are safe and effective, and that they can reach the physicians and patients as quickly as possible. The typical run times of simulation have been reduced from almost 12 hrs to only 4 hrs due to the effective modeling in HyperMesh. This also helps them internally to predict the biomechanical behavior and stability of the lumbar spine model. They are also able to effectively predict stresses induced in human lumbar spine with the introduction of meshed implants which gives them an overall understanding of the system. With the current modeling process, NuVasive is able to streamline the model more efficiently with shorter run times, pair up multiple designs quickly and check for stability of implants. | |
Quantitative Benefit
Over 65% reduction in simulation times | |
Accurate Analysis | |
Efficient Process | |