TissueDB/Materials/Silicone Beads
Silicone beads are small, spherical silicone particles used in medical simulation to create textured surfaces and provide inert weighting in anatomical models.
Tissues
| Tissue | Visual | Tactile | Simulator | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Partial | Partial |
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At a Glance
Overview
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[edit source]- Common names: Silicone balls, silicone spheres, rubber beads
- Regional names: Cuentas de silicona (Spanish), Perles de silicone (French), Contas de silicone (Portuguese), خرز سيليكون (Arabic), 硅胶珠 (Chinese)
- Forms: Solid silicone beads, hollow silicone beads, silicone microspheres, silicone pellets
- Chemical/Technical terms: Polydimethylsiloxane beads, PDMS spheres, silicone elastomer beads
Background
Clinical Context for Simulation
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