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The more fundamental problem of using the approach described here to
include the bending and fi tting of distractor plates will be addressed in
future research by exploring other software applications and techniques.
6.6.7 Conclusions
SLM TM has been shown to be a viable RM method for the direct manufacture
of surgical guides for both drilling and cutting. Stainless steel parts
produced using the SLM TM process result in surgical guides that are comparable
in terms of accuracy, quality of fi t and function with previous experience
with surgical guides produced using other RP processes yet they display
superior rigidity, very good wear resistance and are easy to sterilise.
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