A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)

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, retrodeformat...

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Autores principales: Ruella, Agustín Roberto, Pérez Moreno, Agustín, Herrera, Yanina
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Lenguaje:Inglés
Publicado: 2024
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Paleontología
Scanner
3D model
Museo de La Plata
Retrodeformation
3D printing
Dinosauria
Escáner
Modelo 3D
Retrodeformación
Impresión 3D
Acceso en línea:http://sedici.unlp.edu.ar/handle/10915/167627
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Scanner
3D model
Museo de La Plata
Retrodeformation
3D printing
Dinosauria
Escáner
Modelo 3D
Retrodeformación
Impresión 3D
spellingShingle Paleontología
Scanner
3D model
Museo de La Plata
Retrodeformation
3D printing
Dinosauria
Escáner
Modelo 3D
Retrodeformación
Impresión 3D
Ruella, Agustín Roberto
Pérez Moreno, Agustín
Herrera, Yanina
A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
topic_facet Paleontología
Scanner
3D model
Museo de La Plata
Retrodeformation
3D printing
Dinosauria
Escáner
Modelo 3D
Retrodeformación
Impresión 3D
description 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 superbus and 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.
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author Ruella, Agustín Roberto
Pérez Moreno, Agustín
Herrera, Yanina
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Herrera, Yanina
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title A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
title_short A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
title_full A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
title_fullStr A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
title_full_unstemmed A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria)
title_sort guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of tetrapoda through 3d technology: the case of neuquensaurus australis (sauropoda: titanosauria)
publishDate 2024
url http://sedici.unlp.edu.ar/handle/10915/167627
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spelling I19-R120-10915-1676272024-07-01T20:11:10Z http://sedici.unlp.edu.ar/handle/10915/167627 A guide to the reconstruction of the autopodia of Tetrapoda through 3D technology: the case of Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria) Guía para la reconstrucción de los autopodios de los Tetrapoda mediante tecnología 3D: el caso de Neuquensaurus australis (Sauropoda: Titanosauria) Ruella, Agustín Roberto Pérez Moreno, Agustín Herrera, Yanina 2024 2024-07-01T14:36:47Z en Paleontología Scanner 3D model Museo de La Plata Retrodeformation 3D printing Dinosauria Escáner Modelo 3D Retrodeformación Impresión 3D 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 superbus and 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. 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. Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo Articulo Articulo http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) application/pdf 26-43

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