Nobuhiro Ogawa

Dr. Nobuhiro Ogawa


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Academic Career Length

1Year (2026-Present)

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27 April 2026 in Applied Sciences
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HKHarumichi Koga
Harumichi Koga
TKTaki Katsuhiko
Taki Katsuhiko
NONobuhiro Ogawa
Nobuhiro Ogawa
MMMasugi Masugi
Masugi Masugi
AUAkito Umehara
Akito Umehara
SHShugo Haga
Shugo Haga
Accurate, standardized dental model measurements remain labor-intensive and difficult to scale in orthodontics. This technical development study aimed to develop and preliminarily evaluate a semiautomated three-dimensional (3D) dental cast measurement system using standardized measurement templates (patent pending). The workflow integrates robotic handling of models, X-ray CT acquisition of volumetric data, optional intraoral-scan polygonal data (e.g., STL), template generation from 3D data, and orthodontist-guided landmark placement, after which dedicated software retrieves 3D coordinates and performs automated measurements and visualization. The system was demonstrated on four standard models scanned by X-ray CT. It produced automated aggregation of measurements and 3D visual outputs, and enabled calculation of conventional indices as well as template-based metrics such as palatal volume and cusp height variation. This semiautomated approach combines mechanical efficiency with expert oversight, providing a standardized alternative to manual measurement and a foundation for broader applications in orthodontic, prosthodontic, and forensic contexts.