Abstract Simulation Open Framework Architecture (SOFA) is an open-source C++ library
primarily targeted at interactive computational medical simulation. SOFA facilitates …

Treatment of mitral valve (MV) diseases requires comprehensive clinical evaluation and
therapy personalization to optimize outcomes. Finite-element models (FEMs) of MV …

Nasogastric tube (NGT) placement is a common clinical procedure where a plastic tube is
inserted into the stomach through the nostril for feeding or drainage. However, the …

Background Endovascular intervention is an important minimally invasive surgery that
requires professional skills to operate surgical instruments. Such skills are mainly gained …

A new integral approximation of frictional contact problems under large deformations is
presented. Impenetrability, friction and the relevant complementarity conditions are …

Surgical reduction of pelvic dislocation is a challenging procedure with poor long-term
prognosis if reduction does not accurately restore natural morphology. The procedure often …

A method for image-based contact detection and modeling, with guaranteed precision on
the intersection volume, is presented. Unlike previous image-based methods, our method …

Trajectory planning for a tractor-trailer vehicle (TTV) is a tough task even in a static
environment because of its complicated kinematic constraints. This article aims to efficiently …

In neurosurgery, opening a brain fissure allows an operator to access to the basis cranii and
to treat a disease part safely, but the operator is required highly sophisticated techniques. In …

Rendering reflections in real time is important for realistic modern games. A common way to
provide reflections is by using environment mapping. This method is not an accurate way to …