ISSN:
1522-9602
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Mathematics
Notes:
Abstract The two-element muscle model considered consists of a contractile element defined by a hyperbolic force-velocity relation connected in series with an “exponential spring”. Differential equations for the isometrically developed force during a tetanic contraction and the corresponding contractile element shortening velocity are derived and their stability is investigated. Analytical solutions to both equations are obtained. Two numerical examples are given, the second chosen to illustrate pressure-induced hypertrophy of a cardiac muscle.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF02461607