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01.05.2013 | Original Article
3-D shape measurement endoscope using a single-lens system
Erschienen in: International Journal of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery | Ausgabe 3/2013
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Abstract
Purpose A three-dimensional (3-D) shape measurement endoscopic technique is proposed to provide depth information, which is lacking in current endoscopes, in addition to the conventional surface texture information. The integration of surface texture and 3-D shapes offers effective analytical data and can be used to detect unusual tissues. We constructed a prototype endoscope to validate our method.
Methods A 3-D measurement endoscope using shape from focus is proposed in this paper. It employs a focusing part to measure both texture and 3-D shapes of objects. Image focusing is achieved with a single-lens system.
Results A prototype was made in consideration of proper endoscope sizes. We validated the method by experimenting on artificial objects and a biological object with the prototype. First, the accuracy was evaluated using artificial objects. The RMS errors were 0.87 mm for a plate and 0.64 mm for a cylinder. Next, inner wall of pig stomach was measured in vitro to evaluate the feasibility of the proposed method.
Conclusion The proposed method was efficient for 3-D measurement with endoscopes in the experiments and is suitable for downsizing because it is a single-lens system.