[The establishment of 3D-FE model libraries for the elements of the RPD].
OBJECTIVE
To establish the 3D-FE model libraries for the elements of the RPD.


METHODS
Based on the 3D geometric model libraries of the RPD and normal stomatognathic system, using the software, such as Powershape,Pro/E and Ansys5.5, transformed data, trimmed models, or rebuilt it, established many kinds of FE model elements, then combine these elements in the whole model, connected and trimmed, at last created several kinds of FE model libraries.


RESULTS
This study established eight kinds of FE model libraries, including the occlusal rests, clasps, bases, artificial teeth, and connectors, etc, nearly two hundreds FE model elements.


CONCLUSIONS
The established models have a satisfied geometric configuration; these elements combined well in the whole model, and can be easily call-in and edit.
Wei
Bin
B
Department of Prosthodontics, School of Stomatology, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Second Medical University, Shanghai 200011, China.
Zhang
Fu-qiang
FQ
Yu
Li-niu
LN
Wang
Cheng-tao
CT
D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D003765:Models, Dental