Anatomical Models

Anatomical models serve diverse purposes in medicine and related fields. They are crucial for medical education, enabling students to learn anatomy and physiology hands-on. Surgeons use them to practice complex procedures and enhance their skills. In patient care, these models aid in explaining conditions and treatments, improving patient understanding. Researchers employ them to test new devices and techniques. Forensic scientists use anatomical models in crime scene reconstruction. They're valuable in product development for medical devices and equipment. Veterinary medicine, medical imaging, prosthetics, and orthotics also benefit from these models. Additionally, they play a role in medical legal proceedings, helping to demonstrate injuries or explain procedures in court. Overall, anatomical models are versatile tools that bridge the gap between theory and practice in various medical and scientific applications.

ALT has demonstrated fully functional multi-material anatomical models printed in synthetic skin, bone, muscle, adipose, fascia, and blood vessels. The material properties simulate those of human tissue in regards to Tensile strength, Young’s modulus, elongation at break, and shore hardness. ALT has demonstrated models with embedded conductive traces and integrated pressure sensors to improve realism and feedback.

3D Printed synthetic models have the potential to significantly improve medical education and training. Additive Manufacturing allows for a completely customizable product that can be printed on demand and in real time. 3D Printed models have significant benefits over cadavers and traditional training devices in regards to cost and shelf life. This technology will increase the availability and frequency of medical training, improving patient safety. Applications will benefit training for common procedures, in addition to patient specific pre-operation visualization and preparation.