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The JoyntStick: a new force-input-device for a multi-modal desktop simulator.
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Studies in health technology and informatics [Stud Health Technol Inform] 2003; Vol. 94, pp. 285-7. - Publication Year :
- 2003
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Abstract
- This paper presents a new force-torque input device that can be used to navigate within any kind of anatomical atlas. As an example, we demonstrate how it can be used to drive a virtual knee joint. The device is comprised by a realistic phantom shank that is attached to a self-made high-sensitive force-torque sensor. It records forces and moments in six degrees-of-freedom and feeds them into a biomechanical model of the knee. Resulting joint movements and sounds are displayed by a visual and acoustic display, respectively. The entire multi-modal simulation environment can provide a better understanding of joint anatomy, e.g. for the education of medical students. Furthermore, it can be a practical tool for resident orthopaedic physicians in order to enhance the consultation, clarification, and treatment planning together with the patient.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0926-9630
- Volume :
- 94
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Studies in health technology and informatics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 15455909