Orthodontic Appliance Virtual Model via Artificial Neuronal Networks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for creating orthodontic appliances are cumbersome, time-consuming, and costly, requiring skilled medical staff to achieve precise fitting and bonding, especially with complex tooth geometries, leading to inefficiencies and suboptimal results.
Innovation Solution
A method and system utilizing artificial neuronal networks (ANNs) to create virtual models of orthodontic appliances, independent of human operator skill, allowing for faster and more reliable creation and manufacturing of orthodontic appliances, including the use of struts for enhanced mechanical stability and simplified bonding.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If conventional methods with skilled medical staff are used to create orthodontic appliances, then bonding precision and fit quality are improved, but manufacturing time and costs increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical process of creating virtual models by skilled staff with an automated computer-based system that uses artificial neuronal networks. The system automatically generates the virtual model of the orthodontic appliance by processing digital impressions and CAD data, eliminating the need for manual intervention while maintaining or improving precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service by allowing the computer to automatically create the virtual model without requiring skilled medical staff. The artificial neuronal network independently processes the input data and generates the appliance model, making the system autonomous and eliminating dependency on human operators.
2Manufacturing precision
If conventional CAD software with human operators is used to create virtual models, then some level of precision is achieved, but the process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the complex manual operation of CAD software by human operators with an automated artificial neuronal network system. The computer automatically processes digital impressions and generates the virtual model without requiring manual manipulation of CAD tools, thereby reducing process complexity while maintaining precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The artificial neuronal network acts as an intermediary between the digital impression data and the final virtual model. Instead of requiring human operators to manually create the model using CAD software, the neuronal network automatically translates the input data into the desired virtual model, simplifying the overall process.
3Adaptability or versatility
If sheet material is used to manufacture lingual retainers, then flexibility is achieved, but bonding precision deteriorates due to complex tooth geometries
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual adaptation of sheet material to complex tooth geometries with an automated 3D printing process. The system generates a digital model of the retainer that precisely fits the complex tooth surfaces, then manufactures it layer-by-layer using 3D printing technology, achieving both flexibility and high bonding precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the manufacturing parameters from traditional sheet material bonding to additive manufacturing. By using 3D printing with controlled layer deposition and material properties, the system achieves precise fit on complex tooth geometries while maintaining the flexibility needed for adaptation to the dental arch.
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AI summary
A computer-implemented method and a system create a virtual model of at least a part of an orthodontic appliance. A process for manufacturing at least a part of an orthodontic appliance is described. A device formed by an orthodontic appliance and at least one strut is described.