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Finite element simulations were conducted to assess the mechanical response of each design during crimping, deployment, and bending.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>In the sparse model, low filament density resulted in incomplete contact with the crimping tool, producing localized stress concentrations at the support and central regions with a maximum strain of 1.88%. The standard model demonstrated improved stress redistribution toward the connection zones and achieved a peak strain of 2.73%, providing reliable radial support while maintaining moderate compliance. The dense model, although free of dominant high-stress regions, exhibited severe localized stress (up to 1569.04\u00a0MPa) and a maximum strain of 12.73%, exceeding the superelastic recovery limit of the NiTi alloy. All three designs showed minimal axial shortening and radial recoil (&amp;lt;3%) after deployment, indicating limited post-deployment deformation. Load\u2013displacement analysis revealed that increasing filament density led to higher bending stiffness and reduced flexibility.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The sparse occluder offers high flexibility but lacks adequate structural support. In contrast, the dense design suffers from excessive deformation under compression, potentially compromising structural stability. 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