Comprehending the biomechanics of the eardrum through advanced finite element modeling and newly developed stroboscopic digital holography. University of Antwerp
The eardrum or tympanic membrane (TM) collects energy from incoming sound waves and converts it into vibration energy of the ossicle bones. One of the most remarkable features of the eardrum is that sounds waves are transmitted with high efficiency, regardless of the frequency and without sharp resonances. The importance of possible traveling waves on the TM has been suggested, but fundamental insight on how energy is transferred is lacking. ...