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Fig. 4 | 3D Printing in Medicine

Fig. 4

From: Needle penetration test - qualifying examination of 3D printable silicones for vascular models in surgical practice

Fig. 4

Final test bench in use. On the left the final setup in case of the porcine aorta ca be seen (a). The lower part of the clamps were glued on the surface of the platform as a counter bearing. To the right is the final setup in case of the tests with the Agilu30. The clamps are used to stretch the sample instead of sewing the strings directly in the material as it was done for the aorta. Because of the closed clamps and the high screws the sample unter the needle is bearly visable

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