Hierarchical 3D printing and overmolding for anatomical models
Innovative 3D printing and overmolding technique to create accurate anatomical models from CT or MRI scans, reflecting distinct tissue layers. Utilizes hierarchical construction for bone, cartilage, muscle, and skin layers, capturing true rheological properties.
Overview
Keon Research presents an advanced method for creating anatomical models through a combination of 3D printing and soft tissue overmolding. This approach utilizes CT or MRI scans to generate precise 3D models that accurately mimic the structure and rheological properties of bone, soft tissue, muscle, and skin layers. By employing a hierarchical construction process, this technology offers a new level of detail and accuracy for educational, medical, and research applications.
Technical specifications
- 3D Printing of Rigid Structures: Initiates with the printing of bone structures using materials such as ABS or PLA.
- Hierarchical Overmolding Process: Sequential overmolding of cartilage, muscle, and dermal layers using 3D printed molds.
- Material Selection: Utilizes silicones and similar polymers with varying Shore values to match the rheological properties of different tissues.
- Adhesion Techniques: Ensures layer bonding through standard adhesives or inherent material adhesion properties.
- Customization: Models are tailored based on individual CT or MRI scans for personalized anatomical accuracy.
Technology readiness level
The current technology readiness level is 3, indicating that the techniques have been demonstrated in a lab environment with successful hierarchical modeling of multiple tissue layers. Further validation is planned to refine the process and expand its applications.
About Keon Research
Keon Research is an innovation consultancy that specializes in helping clients identify and develop new technology solutions. The company integrates market analytics, intellectual property strategy, and technical research to uncover innovation opportunities. Their internal process includes ideation, rigorous evaluation, and rapid prototyping in an in-house lab. This approach allows them to deliver well-defined solutions, including proof-of-principle data packages, product development roadmaps, and commercialization strategies.
The firm serves clients by solving complex formulation and research challenges, such as their work in formulation stabilization using high-throughput screening and machine learning models for the food and sensory science industries. By bridging the gap between initial concepts and commercial readiness, Keon Research supports partners in mitigating risk and optimizing functionality before moving to full-scale product development. Their work has been applied to various projects, including the stabilization of natural colorants across numerous stock-keeping units.
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