Non linear behavior of vocal fold vibration in an experimental model of asymmetric larynx: role of coupling between the two folds

Rev Laryngol Otol Rhinol (Bord). 1998;119(4):249-52.

Abstract

One of the main factors involved in the laryngeal dynamic's non-linearity is the coupling between the two vocal folds. Evaluation of the different coupling elements requires various investigations. The present work evaluate the non-linearity effects in clinical situations such as unilateral laryngeal paralysis using Lyapunov's coefficients. It also demonstrate the coupling effects on excised larynx made experimentally asymmetrical, using a specially designed device to measure vibrations from each vocal fold (opto-reflectometer).

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Larynx / physiopathology*
  • Nonlinear Dynamics*
  • Swine
  • Vibration
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis / physiopathology*
  • Vocal Cords / physiopathology*