Confirm 3D Printing and Delivery Capabilities[edit | edit source]
Review the checklist to confirm you can properly 3D print and deliver our open-source bone models to the consignee and click on the checkboxes to check the most appropriate response.
| # | Checklist Item | Check the most appropriate response | Notes |
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| 1 | Fused Filament Fabrication 3D Printer Can Use G-Code Files Prepared Using Ultimaker Cura Or Cura Lulzbot Slicing Programs |
Yes No |
If your 3D printer cannot print g-code files created using Ultimaker Cura or Cura Lulzbot Edition, you cannot print the Adult Humeral Bone Models. Without Ultimaker Cura or Cura Lulzbot Edition software, you will not be able to input the required print setting options, the bone models will not print properly, and the Humeral Shaft Transverse Fracture Simulator will not display the required visual, tactile, and acoustic fidelity for orthopedic surgical simulation training. |
| 2 | 3D Printer Has A Build Volume Z Height Of At Least 150 mm |
Yes No |
In studies across different populations, the average maximum length of the humerus ranges from 30.5 to 33.4 cm.[1][2][3][4] Our Team Lead recommends scaling each Adult Humeral Bone Model to no smaller than 15.0 cm (150 mm) for a total humeral bone length of 30.0 cm (300 mm). Therefore, a fused filament fabrication 3D printer that has a maximum build volume Z height of ~150 mm or more can be used to manufacture the 3D Printed Adult Male Humeral Bone Models. |
| 3 | 3D Printer Has a Nozzle Diameter of 0.4 mm Installed |
Yes No |
Our internal testing found that 3D printing the bone models with a 0.8 mm nozzle led to unacceptable aesthetic results, namely filament drooping on the vise attachment. |
| 4 | Can Obtain Brand New, Unexpired White Polylactic Acid (PLA) Filament In Sealed Package |
Yes No |
Using fresh, unexpired PLA filament just out of its original packaging optimizes print quality and minimizes the risk of mechanical failure during orthopedic surgical simulation training.[5] |
| 5 | Can Arrange Delivery Of 3D Printed Adult Male Humeral Bone Models To Address of Consignee Or Pick-up of 3D Printed Adult Male Humeral Bone Models By Consignee |
Yes No |
We have compiled a partial list of local and international shipping organizations that could deliver the models:
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All checklist items must be checked as "Yes" in order to proceed to the next step by clicking on this link or by clicking on the "Next" button in the Menu box located in the upper right section of this page.
Acknowledgements[edit | edit source]
This work is funded by a grant from the Intuitive Foundation. Any research, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this work are those of the author(s), and not of the Intuitive Foundation.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Singh, Anudeep & Kumar, Anil. (2014). An Anthropometric Study of the Humerus in Adults. RESEARCH AND REVIEWS: JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES. 3. 76-81.
- ↑ Mall G, Hubig M, Büttner A, Kuznik J, Penning R, Graw M. Sex determination and estimation of stature from the long bones of the arm. Forensic Sci Int. 2001 Mar 1;117(1-2):23-30. doi: 10.1016/s0379-0738(00)00445-x. PMID: 11230943.
- ↑ Papaloucas M, Papaloucas C, Tripolitsioti A, Stergioulas A. The asymmetry in length between right and left humerus in humans. Pak J Biol Sci. 2008 ;11 (21):2509-12.
- ↑ Akman SD, Karakas P, Bozkir MG. The morphometric measurements of humerus segments. Turk J Med Sci. 2005; 36: 81-5.
- ↑ https://support.ultimaker.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012101319-How-to-store-material
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