Tim Volders

Biography

Tim is a PhD student in Engineering Science and Technology at the University of Liège. He started his PhD course in October 2020 just after graduating from his Master Degree in Biomedical Engineering. His master thesis was about an image-based mechanical analysis of the tendon-to-bone attachment. More specifically, the attachments of the Achilles tendon as well as the plantar fascia on the calcaneus bone were focused. The main aim of this thesis was to better understand the stress distribution at the tendon interface and inside the bone beneath the attachments. To do so, a computational framework based on experimental data was proposed.

LINK TO HIS MASTER THESIS

Skills 

• Computational and computer skills: Matlab, Iron cad, Netfab, Ansys, ObjetStudio, Image Analysis software (DataViewer, CTan, CTVol, CTVox, ImageJ)
• Experimental skills: usage of an Objet260 Connex2, sample preparation and processing, usage of a micro-CT scanner (Skyscan 1272)

Scientific Interests

• FE modeling and analysis, 3D modeling and 3D printing, biomechanics, biomimetism, bioelectronics, robotics, implants

Contact

📧   tim.volders[at]uliege.be

📞   04366.94.28

📍   Building B52/3, Room +2/443
        Quartier Polytech 1
        Allée de la Découverte 9
        B-4000 Liège, Belgium

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