Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/ Publicación Electrón...arrow_drop_down
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/
CONICET Digital
Article . 2024
License: CC BY NC
Data sources: CONICET Digital
image/svg+xml Jakob Voss, based on art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina and Beao Closed Access logo, derived from PLoS Open Access logo. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Closed_Access_logo_transparent.svg Jakob Voss, based on art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina and Beao
versions View all 3 versions
addClaim

A GUIDE TO THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE AUTOPODIA OF TETRAPODA THROUGH 3D TECHNOLOGY: THE CASE OF NEUQUENSAURUS AUSTRALIS (SAUROPODA: TITANOSAURIA)

Authors: Ruella, Agustin; Pérez Moreno, Agustín; Herrera, Laura Yanina;

A GUIDE TO THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE AUTOPODIA OF TETRAPODA THROUGH 3D TECHNOLOGY: THE CASE OF NEUQUENSAURUS AUSTRALIS (SAUROPODA: TITANOSAURIA)

Abstract

Esta contribución presenta una metodología detallada para la reconstrucción de los autopodios anteriores y posteriores (elementos de la mano y el pie) del dinosaurio saurópodo Neuquensaurus australis. El estudio utiliza varias técnicas, como el escaneado digital tridimensional (3D), la reconstrucción, la retrodeformación, el escalado, la texturización, la renderización, la impresión 3D y el montaje, para crear representaciones precisas de los elementos fósiles. Se emplearon dos dispositivos de escaneado diferentes para capturar modelos 3D de alta resolución de los elementos fósiles. Los datos escaneados se procesaron para alinear y fusionar los puntos, con lo que se obtuvieron modelos 3D detallados. Taxones relacionados, como Argyrosaurus superbus y técnicas de modelado 3D fueron usados para la reconstrucción de los elementos faltantes. Se realizaron cálculos de escala basados en análisis comparativos con otros titanosaurios para estimar el tamaño de los elementos faltantes. Se aplicó la retrodeformación para corregir la distorsión tafonómica y restaurar la forma original de los elementos fósiles. También se emplearon técnicas de texturizado y renderizado para mejorar la calidad visual de los modelos 3D. Los modelos 3D se imprimieron posteriormente en 3D usando filamento ácido poliláctico (PLA) blanco. La creación de réplicas físicas es útil para estudios posteriores, fines educativos y divulgación pública. Destacamos las ventajas de la impresión 3D en paleontología, como la rentabilidad y la accesibilidad, ya que crea réplicas precisas sin poner en peligro los fósiles originales. En conjunto, las metodologías presentadas demuestran el potencial de las tecnologías 3D en la investigación paleontológica. La combinación de escaneado, reconstrucción, retrodeformación, escalado, texturizado, renderizado e impresión 3D proporciona un enfoque integral para reconstruir y visualizar con precisión elementos fósiles. Estas técnicas contribuyen a una mejor comprensión de los vertebrados extintos y su biomecánica.

This contribution presents a detailed methodology for reconstructing the anterior and posterior autopodia (manus and pes elements) of the sauropod dinosaur Neuquensaurus australis. The study utilizes various techniques, including digital three-dimensional (3D) scanning, reconstruction, retrodeformation, scaling, texturing, rendering, 3D printing, and mounting, to create accurate representations of the fossil elements. Two different scanning devices were employed to capture high-resolution 3D models of the fossil elements. The scanned data was processed to align and fuse the points, resulting in detailed 3D models. Related taxa such as Argyrosaurus superbusand 3D modeling techniques were used to reconstruct missing elements. Scaling calculations were performed based on comparative analysis with other titanosaurs to estimate the size of the missing elements. Retrodeformation was applied to correct taphonomic distortion and restore the original shape of the fossil elements. Texturing and rendering techniques were also employed to enhance the visual quality of the 3D models. The 3D models were subsequently 3D printed using white polylactic acid (PLA) filament. Creating physical replicas is useful for further studies, educational purposes, and public outreach. We highlight the advantages of 3D printing in paleontology, such as cost-effectiveness and accessibility, as it creates accurate replicas without compromising the original fossils. Overall, the presented methodologies demonstrate the potential of 3D technologies in paleontological research. The combination of scanning, reconstruction, retrodeformation, scaling, texturing, rendering, and 3D printing provides a comprehensive approach to accurately reconstructing and visualizing fossil elements. These techniques contribute to a better understanding of extinct vertebrates and their biomechanics.

Fil: Pérez Moreno, Agustín. Universidad Nacional de La Plata. Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo. División Paleontología Vertebrados; Argentina. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro Científico Tecnológico Conicet - La Plata; Argentina

Fil: Herrera, Laura Yanina. Universidad Nacional de La Plata. Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo. División Paleontología Vertebrados; Argentina. Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas. Centro Científico Tecnológico Conicet - La Plata; Argentina

Fil: Ruella, Agustin. Universidad Nacional de La Plata. Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo. División Paleontología Vertebrados; Argentina

Country
Argentina
Keywords

3D model, MUSEO DE LA PLATA, Scanner, Fossil man. Human paleontology, GN282-286.7, Paleontology, Retrodeformación, 3D printing, 3D PRINTING, QE701-760, Paleontología, SCANNER, 3D MODEL, Impresión 3D, Retrodeformation, https://purl.org/becyt/ford/1.5, DINOSAURIA, Modelo 3D, RETRODEFORMATION, https://purl.org/becyt/ford/1, Museo de La Plata, Dinosauria, Escáner

  • BIP!
    Impact byBIP!
    selected citations
    These citations are derived from selected sources.
    This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    0
    popularity
    This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
    influence
    This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    Average
    impulse
    This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
selected citations
These citations are derived from selected sources.
This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Citations provided by BIP!
popularity
This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Popularity provided by BIP!
influence
This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Influence provided by BIP!
impulse
This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Impulse provided by BIP!
0
Average
Average
Average
Green
gold