Effective training in Virtual Reality (VR) relies heavily on the creation of variable scenarios to mimic real-life situations. As trainees become accustomed to static environments, the need for dynamic models becomes crucial. The book addresses the challenges of generating these models in VR applications, emphasizing the growing demand for innovative methods in model acquisition, enhancement, optimization, and adaptation, especially with advancements in computational power enabling more complex virtual environments.
Focusing on the integration of virtual reality in the medical field, this book explores technical requirements and design principles essential for surgical training, intra-operative augmentation, and rehabilitation. It highlights both current practices and emerging techniques, providing a comprehensive overview of how virtual reality is transforming these areas in healthcare.
This book features contributions from the Third International Symposium on Biomedical Simulation (ISBMS), held in Zurich, Switzerland, on July 10-11, 2006. The manuscripts are organized into three thematic sections: anatomical modeling and tissue properties, simulation of biophysical processes, and systems and applications. The symposium served as an international platform for researchers focused on utilizing biomedical simulation technology to enhance patient care. It followed the earlier symposia on Surgical Simulation and Soft Tissue Modeling (IS4TM) in 2003 and Medical Simulation (ISMS) in 2004. A total of 37 submissions from 13 countries were received, each evaluated by three scientific committee members. Ultimately, 12 manuscripts were chosen for oral presentations and 11 for posters. All accepted works were presented in a single track format. The participating institutions hailed from Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Spain, and Switzerland. The high quality of the contributions underscores the symposium's significance as a milestone in the rapidly evolving field that intersects various disciplines. Hosting this successful event was a pleasure, and we hope all attendees found the symposium both intense and stimulating.
