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Anatomical correlates of articulatory ranges of motion: An EMA study

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  • Daniel Friedrichs
  • Axel G. Ekström
  • Sam Kirkham
  • Steven Moran
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Publication date31/05/2024
Host publicationProceedings from FONETIK 2024
EditorsMattias Heldner, Marcin Włodarczak, Christine Ericsdotter Nordgren, Carla Wikse Barrow
Place of PublicationStockholm
PublisherUniversity of Stockholm
Pages123-128
Number of pages6
<mark>Original language</mark>English

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between anatomical features and articulatory ranges of motion in speech production using electromagnetic articulography (EMA) data. Utilizing canonical correlation analysis (CCA), we identified significant associations between anatomical dimensions – such as vocal tract length and mandible length – and the movements of the tongue, jaw, and lips. The results indicate that longer vocal tracts and mandibles are linked to greater vertical tongue movements but smaller vertical mandibular movements. Additionally, short mandible lengths are associated with extended horizontal lower lip movements, suggesting a form of biomechanical adaptation. Furthermore, the analysis revealed an association between the tongue’s swallowing range and various articulatory variables. These findings highlight the role of anatomical structures in shaping articulatory patterns, offering insights into biomechanical constraints and adaptations in speech production.