ISSN:
1432-0770
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Computer Science
,
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The human pupillary control system has been the subject of interest to biologists and engineers as an example of a sensorimotor reflex which can be embedded in a control system paradigm. We present a nonlinear feedback model whose compact structure allows us to hypothesize possible physiological mechanisms which generate the proper behavior of the pupil system. The important pupil responses, including pupil size effect, asymmetry, and response to high-frequency stimuli, are defined. This model was simulated on a digital computer and comparisons to the paradigm experimental responses were performed, demonstrating a fit to each of the observed conditions. Improvements on previous models are discussed.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00350779
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