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Table 2 This chart displays the maximum peaks of each material combination in force in the x-direction during the bur sweep testing. Force/maximum peak is in Newtons

From: Material characterization and selection for 3D-printed spine models

Force in X-Direction (Fx)

Material Combination

Maximum Peak (N)

vs. Vertebrae (N)

Non-UV

44.5

11.9

UV

46.1

13.5

10% Tough + 90% Clear

10.8

−21.8

100% Tough

45.6

13

0.125% Kevlar + 100% Clear

44.8

12.2

10% Castable + 90% Clear

27.6

−5

5% Gypsum + 100% Clear

40.2

7.6

15% Gypsum + 100% Clear

27.8

−4.8

30% Gypsum + 100% Clear

20.9

−11.7

10% Flexible + 90% Clear

44.3

11.7

5% Flexible + 5% Tough + 90% Clear

21.4

− 11.2

100% Dental

46.5

13.9

PLA Unpolished

21

−11.6

PLA Polished

19.8

−12.8

Nylon

50.4

17.8

Vertebrae

32.6

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