Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems IKTSIn the field of biotechnology and medical technology, special X-ray processes such as micro-computed tomography can be used to non-destructively inspect biological and implantological materials and display them in 3D views.
X-ray computed tomography (CT) in biotechnology and medical engineering
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X-ray CT of bone substitute material. The bone substitute is being developed by IKTS researchers. The outer layer (ceramic hull) is produced through 3D printing (additive manufacturing) before being filled with foam from the inside.
X-ray CT of rat bones, performed to obtain morphological information on build and structure.
X-ray CT of a ligament.