Stereolithography Models
Stereolithography models were fabricated: 8:1, 5:1 and 3:1 scaled.
Additional connecting wedges were fabricated to demonstrate the angles of the
device.
Aluminum Working Prototype
An aluminum working
prototype (close to full-scaled) was fabricated at the machine shop located in
the basement of Burchard. The device was modified,
as seen in the following pictures.
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Phase One: Deficient area in mandible is created.
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View of deficient bone in mandible.
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Phase Two: Osteotomy (cut in healthy bone) is created.
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Phase Three: Osteotomy is prepared for device placement.
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Phase Four: Device is placed on mandible.
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Testing of Prototype
 | Simulating forces in vivo
 | Orthopedic rubber bands are applied to device to simulate distraction
forces. |
| Distract device by prescribed amount everyday to verify Ilizarov's
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| Sawbones to be used as mock interface with stereolithography prototype. |
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