Visualization and quantification of coconut using advanced computed tomography postprocessing technology.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Computed tomography (CT) is a non-invasive examination tool that is widely used in medicine. In this study, we explored its value in visualizing and quantifying coconut.

Materials and methods

Twelve coconuts were scanned using CT for three months. Axial CT images of the coconuts were obtained using a dual-source CT scanner. In postprocessing process, various three-dimensional models were created by volume rendering (VR), and the plane sections of different angles were obtained through multiplanar reformation (MPR). The morphological parameters and the CT values of the exocarp, mesocarp, endocarp, embryo, bud, solid endosperm, liquid endosperm, and coconut apple were measured. The analysis of variances was used for temporal repeated measures and linear and non-li

SUBMITTER: Lin S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9956593 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature