Table II.
Muscle tissue biophysical properties employed in fem simulations
| Parameter | Unit | Mean, STD, Min., Max. | Temperature dependency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volumetric heat capacity, ρc | MJ m−3K−1 | 3.73, 0.024, 2.73, 4.48 | Piecewise constant 38 |
| Thermal conductivity, k | W m−1K−1 | 0.49, 0.04, 0.42, 0.56 | Piecewise linear 38 |
| Blood perfusion rate, ωbl | W m−3K−1 | Perfusion is set to same value as in background lung. | |
| Air ventilation rate, ωair | W m−3 | No air ventilation heat sink | |