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Material Parameters for Mitral Butterfly Elements
| Material | Element(s) | Young Modulus (MPa) | Poisson Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTFE | Neochordae | 500 | 0.48 |
| Nitinol | Swing arm Atrial wing |
75 × 103 | 0.33 |
| Titanium | Needle Button |
110 × 103 | 0.35 |
| Stainless steel | Locking collar | 190 × 103 | 0.25 |
| Felt | Upper felt fitting Lower felt fitting |
34 | 0.35 |
PTFE = polytetrafluoroethylene.
