Abstract

Traditionally, prosthetics are made by experienced practitioners through molding. The capability of digitizing human body parts can improve the accuracy and hence enhance the usefulness of prosthetics. Optical measurements can be performed without contacting the subject. Data can be acquired at the frame-digitization rate. The subject is not required to be still for a prolonged period. However, in order to digitize a three-dimensional (3-D) object, it is always necessary to merge optical measurements taken at different angles.

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