Modeling glycocalyx of the tear film as poroelastic layer

ORAL

Abstract

In this study we investigate a one-dimensional model for the evolution of the tear film subject to locally elevated evaporation at its anterior surface. We formulate a thin film model based on a combination of lubrication theory and mixture theory in order to understand the dynamics between the aqueous layer and the glycocalyx, which we treat as a poroelastic region. The model includes the physical effects of evaporation, surface tension, and viscosity.

*Simon Foundation, NSF, NIH

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Authors

  • Javed Siddique

    • Penn State York

  • Antonio Mastroberardino

    • Penn State Erie

  • Richard Braun

    • University of Delaware

  • Deniel Anderson

    • George Mason University