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The 3D SLICER model is smoothed by using the tangent continuity tool in MESH MIXER and exported for use in SOLIDWORKS ®

The 3D SLICER model is smoothed by using the tangent continuity tool in MESH MIXER and exported for use in SOLIDWORKS ®

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This paper presents experimental test results for joints used in a biomimetic bipedal robot. In this work, MRI and CT scans are utilized to inform the design of joints of similar size and function to the biological counterparts. Three lower body joints, to be actuated by artificial muscles were designed and constructed. Then the range of motion and...

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... the model was smoothed. Figure 3 shows an overview of how the model is finished. The model was exported from 3D Slicer and into MESH MIXER (Fig. 3(e)) [14]. ...
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... the selections were converted in the software into a 3D model ( Fig. 2(d)). Each layer is made 3D by extruding the image to the thickness of the MRI or CT scan slice thickness, in this case 1 mm. Next, the model was smoothed. Figure 3 shows an overview of how the model is finished. The model was exported from 3D Slicer and into MESH MIXER (Fig. 3(e)) [14]. This software smooths the scans by determining and maintaining tangent continuity (Fig. 3(f )). Tangent continuity occurs when two curves share a common endpoint and are tangent to one another at that point. A high-fidelity model that limits deformation from this process is created by maintaining tangent continuity ...
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... 3D by extruding the image to the thickness of the MRI or CT scan slice thickness, in this case 1 mm. Next, the model was smoothed. Figure 3 shows an overview of how the model is finished. The model was exported from 3D Slicer and into MESH MIXER (Fig. 3(e)) [14]. This software smooths the scans by determining and maintaining tangent continuity (Fig. 3(f )). Tangent continuity occurs when two curves share a common endpoint and are tangent to one another at that point. A high-fidelity model that limits deformation from this process is created by maintaining tangent continuity preferentially over Fig. 2 Overview of creating a solid model using medical scans via the 3D SLICER software. ...
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... 3D SLICER software. After importing the model into 3D SLICER, the threshold tool is used to select bones automatically. The automatic selection is then manually corrected and then extruded. Transactions of the ASME other smoothing operations where "flattening" or oversmoothing effects could occur. Finally, the file was exported as a .stl file ( Fig. ...

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