Electric Field Density Distribution for Cochlear Implant Electrodes
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چکیده
Microelectrode array of the Cochlear Implants (CI’s) is an important component of the device which performs a key function in restoring the hearing process to the deaf patients. CI’s are available with different variants in the market with different design of the Electrode array. Due to the importance of Electrode array in CI it’s also been researched looking for ways to microfabricate in different design, material, shape and size depending upon the requirement and the application of the device. The traditional fabrication method of the device restricts the electrode usability and its performance. In this paper we investigate and explore different design possibilities for CI electrode array. With the help of COMSOL Multiphysics ® 4.2a we also study the effect of electric field distribution caused due to stimulation of electrode array inside the fluidic environment of cochlea.
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