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  • Forensic Medicine
  • Medical Illustration
  • Anatomical Modeling

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  • Accurate visualization of posture and body position is crucial in forensic medicine.
  • Existing visualization tools present a gap between basic drawings and advanced techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utility of artist model figurines (Body-chan/Body-kun) for forensic visualization.
  • To determine if these models can effectively bridge the gap in current visualization methods.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized multi-articulated, 12-15 cm artist figurines (Body-chan/Body-kun) with realistic proportions.
  • Positioned figurines intuitively and captured photodocumentation using mobile phone cameras.
  • Employed digital image manipulation to enhance captured images.

Main Results:

  • Figurines are inexpensive, quick, and intuitive to position for various poses.
  • Photodocumentation with mobile phones and subsequent digital enhancement proved effective.
  • The achievable complexity of visualizations was sufficient for numerous forensic applications.

Conclusions:

  • Artist model figurines offer a valuable, accessible tool for forensic visualization needs.
  • These models can significantly aid in documentation, teaching, and expert court opinions.
  • The method provides a practical solution for enhancing visual evidence in forensic medicine.