3D Printing MaterialsStratasysPolyJet™
BoneMatrix™
A rigid, bone-like 3D printing material for creating realistic anatomical models for surgical training, planning, and medical device testing.
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BoneMatrix™ is a rigid, translucent photopolymer engineered to accurately replicate the mechanical properties and appearance of human bone. Its core benefit is providing realistic haptic feedback, allowing surgeons and medical students to practice drilling, sawing, and implant fitting on lifelike models. Common applications include pre-surgical planning, medical device testing, and hands-on educational training.
BoneMatrix™ for Realistic Bone Simulation
Technical Overview
BoneMatrix™ is an advanced photopolymer from the Stratasys Digital Anatomy™ material family, specifically developed to simulate the structure, density, and mechanical behavior of human bone. Printed using PolyJet™ technology, it creates rigid, semi-translucent models that accurately mimic cortical bone. Its key differentiator is the ability to provide realistic haptic feedback, responding to surgical tools in a way that is remarkably similar to real tissue. This allows for high-fidelity simulation of procedures like drilling, sawing, and implant insertion.
Performance for Surgical Simulation
Models produced with BoneMatrix™ are engineered to withstand the mechanical stresses of procedural training. The material’s high rigidity and structural integrity deliver lifelike resistance and feedback, enabling surgeons and medical professionals to practice orthopedic drilling, bone segmentation, and implant fitting with a high degree of realism. This makes it an invaluable tool for training environments that demand precision, repeatability, and tactile accuracy.
Design and Processing
BoneMatrix™ is designed exclusively for the Stratasys Digital Anatomy™ Printer, which enables the creation of complex, multi-textured anatomical models. It is used in conjunction with SUP706 soluble support material, allowing for the clean and efficient production of intricate geometries with minimal post-processing. This streamlined workflow ensures that high-fidelity models can be produced consistently and reliably for demanding medical applications.
Lifecycle: From Education to Pre-Clinical Testing
The material serves a critical role across the medical product and training lifecycle. For medical education, BoneMatrix™ provides trainees with physical models that enhance spatial understanding and procedural skill. In pre-clinical settings, it allows medical device developers to test the fit, alignment, and interaction of new implants and surgical tools on an accurate bone analogue, helping to validate designs prior to clinical trials.
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