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This study introduces a novel method to optimize triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) structures for improved blood flow distribution in membrane oxygenators, enhancing gas exchange efficiency in extracorporeal life support (ECLS). The optimized TPMS structures significantly improve flow homogeneity, addressing key limitations in current ECLS devices.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Fluid Dynamics

Background:

  • Current membrane oxygenators for extracorporeal life support (ECLS) face limitations in gas exchange efficiency and long-term stability.
  • Inhomogeneous blood flow distribution within oxygenator membranes is a key limiting factor.
  • Triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) lattice structures offer potential for increased mass transfer and adaptability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel method for modifying TPMS lattice structures for tailored blood flow distribution in ECLS oxygenators.
  • To optimize TPMS structures for enhanced hemocompatibility and blood-gas exchange.
  • To experimentally validate the improved flow distribution in manufactured prototypes.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a method for smooth, multi-scale modification of TPMS lattice structures.
  • Implemented an automatic structure optimization process for oxygenator design.
  • Manufactured prototypes and experimentally evaluated 3D flow distribution using time-resolved, contrast-enhanced computed tomography.

Main Results:

  • The novel TPMS structure modification significantly altered blood flow distribution.
  • Flow homogeneity was improved by up to 12% compared to reference geometries.
  • The optimized structures demonstrated suitability for hemocompatible flow.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed method effectively creates tailored 3D TPMS lattice structures for improved blood flow in ECLS oxygenators.
  • This approach enhances gas exchange efficiency and addresses limitations of current ECLS technology.
  • The methodology is transferable to other heat and mass transfer applications, such as heat exchangers and membrane contactors.