Table 1 Comparison of mechanical testing results between dilator prototypes
Prototype | Failure angle, degrees | Maximum weight test number 1 (g) | Maximum weight test number 2 (g) | Maximum weight test number 3 (g) | Maximum weight in g, mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vertical ABS | 12 | 300 | 270 | 280 | 283 (15) |
Vertical PLA | 10 | 150 | 220 | 120 | 163 (51) |
Horizontal ABS | 40 | 500 | 510 | 500 | 503 (6) |
SLS nylon | No failure | > 5000 | Not repeated | Not repeated | > 5000 |
Machined stainless steel | No failure | > 10,000 | Not repeated | Not repeated | > 10,000 |