User Presentations

Thursday, October 7

Geo Safety
Structural Vibrations & Acoustics
Bioengineering I
Heat Transfer
Magnetic & Electric Fields
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Electrochemistry
Piezo Devices
Multiphysics I
Poster Session

Friday, October 8

Multiphysics II
MEMS & Microfluidics
Optimization, Inverse Methods, & Numerics
Transport Phenomena
Electromagnetics
Heat Transfer & Phase Change
Bioengineering II
Structural Mechanics
Photonic & Semiconductor Devices
Poster Session

User Talks

Thursday, October 7
Geo Safety Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom I Moderator: Mauricio Zamudio, COMSOL Inc.
The Dissolution and Transport of Radionuclides From Used Nuclear Fuel in an Underground Repository Abstract | Paper Y. Beauregard1, M. Gobian2, and F. Garisto2 1University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada 2Nuclear Waste Management Organization, Toronto, ON, Canada
Modeling Horizontal Ground Heat Exchangers in Geothermal Heat Pump Systems Abstract | Paper A. Chiasson University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, USA
Finite Element Analysis of Pipes Considering the Effects of Stress Concentration Due to Dents Abstract | Paper S.C. de Oliveira1, E.P. de Deus2, and A.M. Mont'Alverne2 1 Funcap/CNPq, CE, Brazil 2 Universidade Federal do Ceara, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
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Structural Vibrations & Acoustics Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Salon F Moderator: Samara Firebaugh, US Naval Academy
A Study of Seismic Robot Actuation Using COMSOL Multiphysics Abstract | Paper S.L. Firebaugh, E.A. Leckie, J.A. Piepmeier, and J.A. Burkhardt United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, USA
Beam Structure As an Acoustic Wave Sensor: A Study of the Effect of Sensor Design on Its Sensitivity to Noise Abstract F. Akasheh1, A. Biddle1, W.S. Shepard Jr.2, and B.B.B. Zhang2 1Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL, USA 2University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
Dynamic Structural Modelling of Wind Turbines Using COMSOL Multiphysics Abstract | Paper C. Van der Woude, and S. Narasimhan University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada
Phonon Tunneling Loss Solver for Micro- and Nanomechanical Resonators Abstract | Paper G.D. Cole1, M. Aspelmeyer1, and I. Wilson-Rae2 1University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria 2Technical University Munich, Munich, Germany
Virtual Acoustic Prototyping – Practical Applications for Loudspeaker Development Abstract A. Salvatti JBL Professional, Northridge, CA, USA
Analysis of Acoustic Response of Rooms Abstract | Paper J.S. Crompton1, L.T. Gritter1, S. Yushanov1, K.C. Koppenhoefer1, and D. Magyari2 1AltaSim Technologies, LLC, Columbus, OH, USA 2Golden Acoustics, Detroit, MI, USA
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Bioengineering I Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom II Moderator: Rosalind Sadleir, University of Florida
Modeling Neural Tissue and Membrane Behavior During Far-field Current Injection Abstract R. Sadleir1, A. Minhas2, and E.J. Woo2 1University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA 2Kyung Hee University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Modeling of the Impact of Blood Vessels Flow on the Temperature Distribution During Focused Ultrasound Exposure Abstract | Paper K.C.P. Li, B.E. O'Neill, and E. Sassaroli Methodist Hospital Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
Non-Newtonian Hemodynamics and Shear Stress Distribution in Three Dimensional Model of Healthy and Stented Coronary Artery Bifurcation Abstract | Paper M.M. Zarandi1, R. Mongrain1, and O.F. Bertrand2 1McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada 2Laval University Quebec City, QC, Canada
Electrochemical Corrosion Simulation of Bioresorbable Magnesium Implants Abstract M. Oswal1, D. Xue1, M. J. Schulz1, V. Giridharan2, J. Sankar2, and Y. Yun2 1University of Cincinnati, OH, USA 2North Carolina A & T University, NC, USA
Prediction of Time of Death Using a Heat Transport Model Abstract | Paper J.L. Smart1, and M. Kaliszan2 1University of Kentucky, Paducah, KY, USA 2Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland
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Heat Transfer Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom IV Moderator: Saeid Savarmand, Sun Chemical Corporation
Analysis of Burning Candle Abstract | Paper J.S. Crompton, L.T. Gritter, S.Y. Yushanov, and K.C. Koppenhoefer AltaSim Technologies LLC, Columbus, OH, USA
Heat Flux Predictions for a 3-D Compost Model Abstract | Paper M. Teutli 1, Jiménez1, Lozano1, Peláez1, J. Roque2, and I. González3 1BUAP, Puebla, Mexico 2Universidad Veracruzana, Xalapa, VZ, Mexico 3UAM, Mexico City, Mexico
Dimensionless versus Dimensional Analysis in CFD and Heat Transfer Abstract | Paper H. Dillon1, A.F. Emery1, A. Mescher1, and R.J. Cochran2 1University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA 2Applied CHT, Seattle, WA, USA
Two Dimensional Finite Element Heat Transfer Analysis of a Buried Refined Bitumen Pipeline During Initial Start-up, Shutdown Following Initial Start-Up, and Normal Operation Abstract | Paper R. Sisco Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA, USA
COMSOL Assisted Simulation of Laser Engraving Abstract | Paper H. Karbasi Conestoga College, Kitchener, ON, Canada
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Magnetic & Electric Fields Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Charles River West Moderator: Philippe Masson, Advanced Magnet Lab
Effect of an Iron Yoke of the Field Homogeneity in a Superconducting Double-Helix Bent Dipole Abstract | Paper P.J. Masson, and R.B. Meinke Advanced Magnet Lab, Palm Bay, FL, USA
Finite Element Analysis of Multilayer Transmission Lines for High-Speed Digital Interconnects Abstract | Paper S.M. Musa, and M.N.O. Sadiku Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, USA
Understanding Ferrofluid Spin-Up Flows in Rotating Uniform Magnetic Fields Abstract | Paper S. Khushrushahi, and M. Zahn Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA
Electrostatic Fluid Structure Interaction (EFSI) on the Huygens Experiment Abstract | Paper R. Godard 1, J. de Boer1, N. Ibrahim2, and G. Molina-Cuberos3 1Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, ON, Canada 2University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada 3Campus Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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Computational Fluid Dynamics Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Salon H Moderator: Jack Fulton, NSWC Crane Division
Effects of Shear-thinning and Elasticity in Flow around A Sphere in A Cylindrical Tube Abstract | Paper D. Song1, R.K. Gupta1, and R.P. Chhabra2 1West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV, USA 2Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India
Influence of Inlet Fluctuations on the Development of The Turbulent Two-Stream Mixing Layer Abstract | Paper J. Tawfik, and R. Arimilli The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
Modeling an Oscillating Water Foil for Hydro-kinetic Power Generator Using COMSOL 3.5a Abstract | Paper R. Kallenberg1, R. Han2, and J. Cherry2 1Kallenberg Enterprises, Fairbanks, AK, USA 2University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK, USA
Analysis of Lubricant Flow Through Reynolds Equation Abstract | Paper K.C. Koppenhoefer1, S.Y. Yushanov1, L.T. Gritter1, J.S. Crompton1, and R.O. Edwards2 1AltaSim Technologies LLC, Columbus, OH, USA 2Cummins Fuel Systems, Columbus, IN, USA
Numerical Simulation of Exact Two-Dimensional Governing Equations for Internal Condensing Flows Abstract | Paper S. Mitra, R. Naik, and A. Narain Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI, USA
The Transient Modeling of Bubble Pinch-Off Using an ALE Moving Mesh Abstract | Paper C.J. Forster, and M.K. Smith Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Electrochemistry Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom III Moderator: Guigen Zhang, Clemson University
Simulating the Electrical Double Layer Capacitance Abstract | Paper G. Zhang Clemson University, Clemson, SC, USA
Mixers and Pumps for Microfluidic Systems, based on Conducting Polymer Oxidation Wave Abstract | Paper K. Kannappan, G. Bogle, J. Travas-Sejdic, and D.E. Williams University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Modeling of a Helical Coil Heat Exchanger for Sodium Alanate Based on-board Hydrogen Storage System Abstract | Paper S. Kumar1, and M. Raju2 1General Motors R&D Center, Warren, MI, USA 2Optimal CAE Inc., Detroit, MI, USA
Two Dimension Model of Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Using COMSOL Abstract K. Song, and H. Knickle University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI, USA
Optimizing Bio-Inspired Flow Channel Design on Bipolar Plates of PEM Fuel Cells Abstract | Paper X. Wang1, J. Peitzmeier 2, and S. Kapturowski3 1Oakland University, Rochester, MI, USA 2Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI, USA 3The State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA
Finite Element Analysis Approach for Optimization of Enzyme Activity for Enzymatic Bio-fuel Cell Abstract | Paper Y. Song, and C. Wang Florida International University, Miami, FL, USA
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Piezo Devices Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Charles River East Moderator: Ron Tosh, National Institute of Standards & Technology
Modeling Energy Harvesting From Membrane Vibrations in COMSOL Abstract | Paper R.K. Kapania, R.C. Singh, and C. Sultan Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, USA
Modeling and Simulation of a Piezoelectric Micro-Power Generator Abstract | Paper E. Abdel-Rahman, M. Pallapa, M.A.S. Aly, L. Wong, A.I.H. Chen, K.W. Wong, and J.T. Yeow University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada
Modeling Thickness Shear Mode Quartz Sensors for Increased Downhole Pressure & Temperature Applications Abstract | Paper G.R. Kirikera, W. Patton, and S.M. Behr Geophysical Research Company LLC, Tulsa, OK, USA
A Directional Dogbone Flextensional Sonar Transducer Abstract | Paper S.C. Butler Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Newport, RI, USA
Computational Modeling of Synthetic Jets Abstract | Paper D.C. Durán, and O.D. López Universidad de los Andes, Bogotá, Colombia
Characterization of an AlGaN/GaN Electrostatically Actuated Cantilever Using the Finite Element Method Abstract | Paper N. DeRoller, M. Qazi, J. Liu, and G. Koley University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA
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Multiphysics I Thursday, October 7, 4:30pm - 6:00pm Room: Salon G Moderator: Deni Priyanto, AECL
Hydro-Mechanical Modelling of a Shaft Seal in a Deep Geological Repository Abstract | Paper D. Priyanto Atomic Energy of Canada Limited, Pinawa, MB, Canada
Modification of the Ion Angular Distribution in Plasma Sheath: Modeling Approach under COMSOL Multiphysic Abstract | Paper J. Brcka TEL US Holdings, Albany, NY, USA
A Transient Unified Model of Arc-Weld Pool Couplings During Pulsed Spot Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Abstract | Paper A. Traidia1, and F. Roger2 1AREVA NP, Technical Center, Saint Marcel, France 2ENSTA Paristech, Paris, France
Exploiting New Features of COMSOL Version 4 on Conjugate Heat Transfer Problems Abstract | Paper J.D. Freels1, I.T. Bodey2, and R.V. Arimilli2 1Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN, USA 2University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA
Reliability Testing for the Next Generation of Microelectronic Devices Abstract | Paper J. Plawsky, W. Gill, M. Riley, J. Borja, and B. Williams Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, USA
Numerical Modeling of Falling Aluminum Particle Oxidation in Air Abstract | Paper A. Davidy Israel Military Industry, Ramat-Hasharon, Israel
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Friday, October 8
Multiphysics II Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Salon G Moderator: Isaac Silvera, Harvard University
Electro-Thermal Analysis of a Contactor: Comparing the Performance of Two Braze Alloys during the Temperature Rise Test Abstract | Paper E. Gutierrez-Miravete1, and G. Contreras2 1Rensselaer at Hartford, Hartford, CT, USA 2General Electric Co., Plainville, CT, USA
Numerical Simulation of a Joule Heating Problem Abstract S.M.F. Garcia1, and P. Seshaiyer2 1U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USA 2George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, USA
Thermomagnetic Siphoning on a Bundle of Current-Carrying Wires Abstract | Paper J.C. Boulware, and S. Jensen Space Dynamics Laboratory, North Logan, UT, USA
Upgrading the HFIR Thermal-Hydraulic Legacy Code Using COMSOL Abstract | Paper I.T. Bodey1, R.V. Arimilli1, and J.D. Freels 2 1The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA, 2Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN, USA
Computational Methods for Multiphysics Applications with Fluid-structure Interaction Abstract | Paper P. Seshaiyer1, K. Nong1, S. Garcia2, E. Aulisa3, and E. Swim4 1George Mason University, Farifax, VA, USA 2United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USA 3Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA 4Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX, USA
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MEMS & Microfluidics Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Charles River East Moderator: Stephen Furkay, IBM Semiconductor R&D Center
Use of COMSOL Multiphysics for Automated Electrostatic MEMS Sensor Design Abstract | Paper J.C. Blecke, and G.G. Parker Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI, USA
Thermally Induced-Noise Reduction Using an Electrostatic Force Feedback Abstract H. Lee, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
Modeling Microfluidic Separations Using COMSOL Multiphysics Abstract | Paper B.A. Finlayson1, and R.A. Shaw2 1University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA 2National Research Council of Canada, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Particle Velocimetry Data From COMSOL Model of Micro-channels Abstract | Paper P. Mahanti, M. Keebaugh, N. Weiss, P. Jones, M.A. Hayes, and T. Taylor Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA
Study of Two-Phase Microslug Formation in a Microchannel Cross Junction Abstract | Paper M.R. McDevitt, D.L. Hitt, and J.W. McCabe University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
Finite Element Modeling of the Stress Field in a Cell-Seeded Microchannel Abstract G. Zhu, and Y. Li Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI, USA
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Optimization, Inverse Methods, & Numerics Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom III Moderator: Eric Dede, Toyota Research Institute of North America
The Influence of Channel Aspect Ratio on Performance of Optimized Thermal-Fluid Structures Abstract | Paper E.M. Dede Toyota Research Institute of North America, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Multi-Objective Optimization of a Strip-Fin Microchannel Heatsink: Integrating COMSOL Multiphysics with modeFRONTIER Abstract | Paper A. Clarich, R. Russo, and N. Fateh Esteco North America, Miami, FL, USA
Using COMSOL with the Adjoint Method for Inverse Problems Abstract A. Emery University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
Parameter Optimization for FEM Based Modeling of Singlet Oxygen During PDT Using COMSOL Abstract | Paper T.C. Zhu, and X. Liang University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Conducting Finite Element Convergence Studies Using COMSOL 4.0 Abstract | Paper M.K. Gobbert, and D.W. Trott University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, USA
Application of COMSOL to Acoustic Imaging Abstract | Paper K. Mcilhany, and J.C Hernandez U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USA
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Transport Phenomena Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom IV Moderator: Scott Hornbostel, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Co.
Modeling of Transport and Reaction in a Catalytic Bed Using a Catalyst Particle Model Abstract | Paper F. Allain, and A.G. Dixon Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA, USA
Model of Combustion Synthesis of Thermoelectric Calcium Cobaltates Abstract | Paper J. Selig, and S. Lin Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, USA
Steady State Simulation of Swelling Characteristic of PH Responsive Hydrogel Abstract K. Suthar1, D.C. Mancini1, and M.K. Ghantasala2 1 Argonne National Laboratory, Argonne, IL, USA 2 Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Numerical Investigation of Mass Transfer with Two-Phase Slug Flow in a Capillary Abstract | Paper W. Han, and B.H. Dennis University of Texas, Arlington, TX, USA
Simulation of a Magnetophoretic Device for the Separation of Colloidal Particles in Magnetic Fluids Abstract | Paper S.K. Fateen, and M. Magdi Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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Electromagnetics Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Charles River West Moderator: Srikanth Vaidianathan, COMSOL Inc.
Analysis of Multiconductor Quasi-TEM Transmission Lines and Multimode Waveguides Abstract | Paper S.M. Musa1, M.N.O. Sadiku1, and O.D. Momoh2 1Prairie View A&M University, Prairie View, TX, USA 2Indiana University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Effective Medium Theory of Nanodielectrics for Embedded Energy Storage Capacitors Abstract | Paper R. Bikky, N. Badi, and A. Bensaoula University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA
Modeling of Lightning Direct Effects - Interaction of Continuing Current with Aluminum Skins Abstract | Paper Y. Kostogorova-Beller1, and R. Collins2 1National Institute for Aviation Research, Wichita, KS, USA 2Hawker Beechcraft Corporation, Wichita, KS, USA
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Heat Transfer & Phase Change Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Salon H Moderator: Gaozhu Peng, Corning Incorporated
Thermal Printing on Composite Media Abstract | Paper W.T. Vetterling ZINK Imaging, Bedford, MA, USA
Simulations of Meniscus Motion and Evaporation for Convective Deposition Manufacturing Abstract | Paper J. Xiao, and D. Attinger Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
Stefan's Problem: Validation of a One-Dimensional Solid-Liquid Phase Change Heat Transfer Process Abstract | Paper D. Groulx, and W. Ogoh Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS, Canada
Simulation of Laser-Material Interactions for Dynamic Transmission Electron Microscopy Experiments Abstract B.W. Reed1, T.B. LaGrange1, G.H. Campbell1, and N.D. Browning1,2 1Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, CA, USA 2University of California Davis, Davis, CA, USA
Modeling Residual Stresses in Arc Welding Abstract | Paper F. Roger1, and A. Traidia2 1ENSTA Paristech, Paris, France 2AREVA NP, Saint Marcel, France
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Bioengineering II Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom II Moderator: Aditya Kalavagunta, COMSOL Inc.
COMSOL Multiphysics-Based Exploratory Insulin Secretion Model for Isolated Pancreatic Islets Abstract | Paper P. Buchwald University of Miami, Miami, FL, USA
A Biological Gear in the Human Middle Ear Abstract | Paper H. Cai, R.P. Jackson, C. Steele, and S. Puria Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
Investigations on Natural Frequencies of Individual Spherical and Ellipsoidal Bakery Yeast Cells Abstract | Paper M.M Zarandi1, A. Bonakdar1, and I. Stiharu2 1McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada 2Concordia University, Montreal, QC, Canada
Simulation of the Spread of Epidemic Disease Using Persistent Surveillance Data Abstract | Paper Y. Liang1, Z. Shi1, S. Sritharan1, and H. Wan2 1Central State University, Wilberforce, OH, USA 2Wright State University, Dayton, OH, USA
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Structural Mechanics Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Salon F Moderator: Trevor Munroe, KAPL, Inc
Thermo Mechanical Behavior of Heat Exchangers Abstract | Paper A. Chidley, F. Roger, and A. Traidia ENSTA Paristech, Palaiseau, France
Uncertainty Analysis, Verification and Validation of a Stress Concentration in a Cantilever Beam Abstract | Paper S. Kargar, and D. Bardot University of Alabama, Huntsville, AL, USA
A Mixed Boundary Value Problem That Arises in the Study of Adhesively Bonded Structures Abstract R. Malek-Madani, and J.J. Radice US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USA
Dynamic Deformation of Soft Particle in Dual-trap Optical Tweezers Abstract | Paper Y. Sheng1, S. Rancourt-Grenier1, P. Bareil1, P. Duval1, M. Wei2, A. Chiou2, and J. Bai 1University Laval, Quebec, QC, Canada 2National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
Modeling the Buckling of Isogrid Plates Abstract | Paper E. Gutierrez-Miravete1, and J. Lavin2 1Rensselaer at Hartford, Hartford, CT, USA 2UTC-Pratt & Whitney, East Hartford, CT, USA
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Photonic & Semiconductor Devices Friday, October 8, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Room: Commonwealth Ballroom I Moderator: Koon Hoo Teo, MERL
Demonstration of a Novel Surface Plasmon Based Interferometer with COMSOL Abstract | Paper D. Carrier, and J.J. Dubowski Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Implementation of the Perfectly Matched Layer to Determine the Quality Factor of Axisymmetric Resonators in COMSOL Abstract | Paper M.I. Cheema, and A.G. Kirk McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada
Super-resolving Properties of Metallodielectric Stacks Abstract | Paper N. Katte1, J. Haus1, J.B. Serushema1, and M. Scalora2 1University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, USA 2Charles M. Bowden Research Center, Redstone Arsenal, AL, USA
Modeling PIN Photodiodes Abstract R.W. Pryor Pryor Knowledge Systems Inc., Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA
Modeling of an Optical Black Hole with True Gaussian Beam Incidence Abstract X. Ni1, A. Kildishev1, E. Narimanov1, and L. Prokopeva2 1Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA 2Russian Academy of Sciences, Novosibirsk, Russia
Modeling Light Diffraction Using the Finite Element COMSOL Abstract J.D. Bamonte U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USA
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Poster Session

3D Thermal-Diffusion Analysis on a Moisture Loaded Epoxy Sample Abstract | Paper B.G. Sammakia, S. Madduri, and W. Infantolino Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY, USA

Coil Systems to Generate Uniform Magnetic Field Volumes Abstract | Paper J.C. Olivares-Galvan1, E. Campero-Littlewood1, R. Escarela-Perez1, S. Magdaleno-Adame2, and E. Blanco-Brisset2 1 Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana - Azcapotzalco, Mexico City, DF, Mexico 2 Cipress No. 88, Col. Las Arboledas, La Piedad, MH, Mexico.

Comparison of Finite Element and Monte Carlo Simulations for Inhomogeneous Advanced Breast Cancer Imaging Abstract | Paper Y. Xu, and Q. Zhu University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA

COMSOL Multiphysics Modeling for Design Optimization of Eddy Current Crack Detectors Abstract | Paper E. Weststrate, M. Steinback, N. Rensing, and T. Tiernan Radiation Monitoring Devices Inc., Watertown, MA, USA

Control Synthesis for Distributed Parameter Systems Modeled by FEM in COMSOL Multiphysics Abstract | Paper C. Belavý, G. Hulkó, P. Buček, and S. Lel'o Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia

Coupled Hydro-Mechanical Analysis of Excavation Damaged Zones around an Underground Opening in Sedimentary Rock Abstract | Paper H. Abdi1, E. Evgin1, M. Fall1, T.S. Nguyen2, and G. Su2 1University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, Canada 2Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Demonstration of a Novel Surface Plasmon Based Interferometer with COMSOL Abstract | Paper D. Carrier, and J.J. Dubowski Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Design and Simulation of Flying Microids Abstract J. Clark, F. Li, B. Khandagale, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Design and Stress Analysis of a General Aviation Aircraft Wing Abstract | Paper G. Atmeh1, F. Darwish1, and Z. Hasan2 1Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan 2Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA

Design of an Autonomous Millimeter Scale Robot Using COMSOL Abstract M.E. Karagozler, and S.C. Goldstein Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Design of Novel Lithographic Strategies Through Application of Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Simulations Abstract J.P. Singer, J. Lee, S. Ni, M.A. Gibson, S.E. Kooi, and E.L. Thomas Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA

Design Optimization of Slotted Waveguide Antenna Stiffened Structures (SWASS) Abstract T. Ha, and R.A. Canfield Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, US

Dielectric Stress and Coordination Study in the PAB72 High Voltage Circuit Breaker Interrupter Abstract D. Andrade, and D. Schiffabuer Pennsylvania Breaker LLC, Canonsburg, PA, USA

Drift-Diffusion and Ballistic Transport Modeling in III-Nitride Multiple-QW Light Emitting Structures Abstract | Paper M.V. Kisin, and H.S. El-Ghoroury Ostendo Technologies Inc., Carlsbad, CA, USA

Electrochemical Modeling of Passive Film Formation on Steel in Simulated Concrete Pore Solutions Abstract H.M. Bernardes1, M. Mancio2, and P.J.M. Monteiro2 1São Paulo State University, Ilha Solteira, SP, Brazil 2University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA

Energy Harvesting for Microid Microrobots: a Computational Study Abstract J.V. Clark, F. Li, and A. Shankar Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Expanding Your Materials Horizons Abstract | Paper R.W. Pryor Pryor Knowledge Systems, Inc., Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA

Exploring the Design Space of Electro Thermal Actuators Abstract W. Hodges, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Failure Stress Analysis of Fiber Reinforced of Composite Laminates under Uniaxial/Biaxial Loading Abstract | Paper Z. Hasan1, F. Darwish2, and S. Al-Absi2 1Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA 2Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan

FEA Simulation of Passive Ferrofluid Cooling Systems Abstract | Paper Z. Fang1,2, R. O'Handley2, Y. Liu2, and M. Yang2,3 1Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA 2Ferro Solutions Inc., Woburn, MA, USA 3Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA

Finite Element Modeling of a Cell Lysing Chip Abstract | Paper S. Maloney1,2, Y. Li1,2, G. Auner1, and J. Smolinski1 1Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA 2Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI, USA

Finite Element Modeling of Electromagnetic Scattering for Microwave Breast Cancer Detection Abstract | Paper R. Firoozabadi1, and E.L. Miller2 1Airvana Inc., Chelmsford, MA, USA 2Tufts University, Medford, MA, USA

Fluid Dynamics of Blood Flow During Reperfusion and Post-conditioning Abstract T. Merrill, and A. La Barck Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ, USA

Harvesting Thermal Energy for Microid Microrobots Abstract A. Shankar, F. Li, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Harvesting Wind Energy for Microid Microrobots Abstract J. Clark, F. Li, S. Naidu, R. Sahu, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Heat Transfer in Beer Bottles As Explained By COMSOL Models Abstract W.M. Clark, R.C. Shevlin, and T.S. Soffen Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA, USA

Increasing the Robustness of a Linear Transduction Pressure Sensor for Post-Processing Assembly Abstract A. Dhawan1, F. Li1, A.G. Akingba2, and J.V. Clark1 1Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA 2Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA

Ionic Current Through Carbon Nanotubes Abstract J.H. Park, and P. Krstic Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN, USA

MEMS Comb Drive Gap Reduction Beyond Minimum Feature Size: A Computational Study Abstract | Paper N. Osonwanne, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

MEMS Scanning Probe with Three Degrees of Freedom Abstract C. Hamm1, and J.V. Clark2 1University of Portland, Portland, OR, USA, 2Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Model and Simulation of a Tunable Birefringent Fiber Using Capillaries Filled with Liquid Ethanol Abstract | Paper C. Zeringue, and G.T. Moore Air Force Research Laboratory, Kirtland Air Force Base, NM, USA

Modeling a Focused Microwave System for Transcutaneous Thermal Therapy of Breast Cancer Abstract J. Stang, B. Fowlkes, M. Moghaddam, O. Kripfgans, and P. Carson University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Modeling an Oscillating Water Foil for Hydro-kinetic Power Generator Using COMSOL 3.5a Abstract | Paper R. Kallenberg1, R. Han2, and J. Cherry2 1Kallenberg Enterprises, Fairbanks, AK, USA 2University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK, USA

Modeling Antibiotic Diffusion in a Microfluidic Biofilm Array to Study Bacterial Responses to Antibiotic Concentrations and Combinations Abstract J. Deng1, L. Villegas1, L. Shor1, A. Vázquez2, A. Dhummakupt3, P. Samson3, and J.P. Wikswo3 1University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, USA 2Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Monterrey, Mexico 3Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, USA

Modeling Bacterial Clearance Using Stochastic-Differential Equations Abstract | Paper A. Jeremic, and A. Atalla McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Modeling of Ferrofluid Passive Cooling System Abstract | Paper M. Yang1,2, R. O'Handley2, and Z. Fang2,3 1Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA 2Ferro Solutions, Woburn, MA, USA 3Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA

Modeling of Highly Stable Thermal Environment Using COMSOL Abstract | Paper A. Alfauwaz, and K. Sun Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA

Modeling of Swelling in Whey Protein Based Gel Systems Abstract M.H. Oztop, and K.L. McCarthy University of California, Davis, CA, USA

Modeling of Transport Phenomena during Hydrogen Uptake in an Alanate Storage System Equipped With Metallic Honeycomb Heat Exchanger Abstract | Paper M. Bhouri1, J. Goyette1, B.J. Hardy2, and D.L. Anton2 1Hydrogen Research Institute, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Trois-Rivières, QC, Canada 2Savannah River National Laboratory, Aiken, SC, USA

Multiphysics Modeling of Applied Stresses and Strains in an Isolated Biologic Cell During Microfluidic Manipulation Abstract Y. Liang1, A. Saha1, Z. Shi1, R. Marcus1, and S.S. Kohles2 1Central State University, Wilberforce, OH, USA 2Portland State University, Portland, OR, USA

Multiphysics Modeling of Cellular Arrays Using Periodic Minimal Surfaces – A Drug and Gene Delivery Application Abstract | Paper J.I. Rey, A.J. Llewellyn, R.J. Connolly, J.P. Jimenez, A.M. Hoff, and R.A. Gilbert University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA

Multiphysics Simulation of High-Current Vacuum Arc in an Intense Pulsed Axial Magnetic Field Abstract | Paper J. Jadidian Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA

Navier-Stokes Solutions for Flow and Transport in Realistic Porous Media Abstract | Paper N. Abdussamie American Bureau of Shipping, Tripoli, Libya

Numerical Investigation of a Time-dependent Magnetic Actuation Technique for Tagging Biomolecules with Magnetic Nanoparticles in a Microfluidic System Abstract | Paper A. Munir, J. Wang, Z. Zhu, and H.S. Zhou Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA, USA

Patient-specific Modelling of Blood-flow in Cerebral Aneurysms Abstract D. Zajarias-Fainsod1, M.J. Chappell1, J.F. Collingwood1, A. Rennie2, S. Nagaraja2, and A. Wilson2 1University of Warwick, Coventry, UK, 2University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Coventry, UK

Piezoelectric Micromanipulator with Multiple Degrees of Freedom Abstract J. Clark, O. Shukla, and J.V. Clark Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

Predicting the Mechanical Properties of Biological Inspired Diatoms Abstract M.F.D. Moreno, L.P. Davila, and F. Viscarra University of California at Merced, Merced, CA, USA

Reducing Mitigating Factors That Lead to Clotting of the Arteries From Prolonged Hemodialysis Abstract K. Hegde1, J. Clark1, A.G. Akingba2, and J.V. Clark1 1Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA, 2Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA

Reliability Screening Test for Metal Foil Resistors Abstract A. Cyganowski1, H. Leidecker2, J. Brusse2, L. Panashchenko2, and T.E. Schmidt3 1Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, USA 2NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD, USA 3St. Mary's College of Maryland, St. Mary's City, MD, USA

Response of Structures to Transient Loading Abstract R.D. Costley, H. Diaz-Alvarez, and M.H. McKenna U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Washington, DC, USA

SAW Sensor Abstract S. Liu, P. Wang, and H. Sun University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA, USA

Shape and Failure Control of Composite Laminates Using Piezoelectric Actuators Abstract | Paper Z. Hasan Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA

Simulation of Heating Sol-Gel Thin Film By Laser Pulse Train Abstract | Paper J. Zhang1, Y. Mizuyama1, W. Xiong2, Y. Zhou 2, and Y. Lu2 1Panasonic Boston Laboratory, Newton, MA, USA 2University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE, USA

Skewing For Both Cogging Torque Components In Permanent Magnet Machines Abstract | Paper D.R. McIntosh Sonsight Inc., Accokeek, MD, USA

Solving Two-scale Transport Laws During Frying of Foods Using COMSOL Multiphysics Abstract | Paper J. Maneerote, and P.S. Takhar International Center for Food Industry Excellence Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA

The 3D Mixed-Dimensional Quench Model of a High Aspect Ratio High Temperature Superconducting Coated Conductor Tape Abstract | Paper W.K. Chan1,2, J. Schwartz2, P. Masson3, and C. Luongo4 1FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, Tallahassee, FL, USA 2North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA 3Advanced Magnet Lab, Palm Bay, FL, USA 4ITER Organization/Magnet Division, Saint Paul-lez-Durance, France

Two Dimensional Model of a Catalytic Plate Reactor for Methane Steam Reforming Using Different Kinetic Mechanisms Abstract M.A. Mundhwa1, C.P. Thurgood1, and B.A. Peppley2 1Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, ON, Canada 2Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada

Utilization of Externally-Generated Reverse Bezier Functions for the Creation of Generalized Geometries in COMSOL Abstract M. Cutone1, R.V. Arimilli1, and J.D. Freels2 1University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA 2Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, TN, USA

Verifying the Measurement of Force, Displacement, and Stiffness of MEMS Using Electro Micro Metrology Through Nonideal Simulated Experiments Abstract G. Campos1, and J.V. Clark2 1Purdue University, Calumet, IN, USA, 2Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

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