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Computed tomography used to recreate a Stradivarius violin |
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Sunday, 04 December 2011 18:55 |
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Almost three centuries after Antonio Stradivari's death he remains the greatest luthier of all times, with roughly 650 out of 1000 violins of his making still testifying to his exquisite
craftsmanship. As many of the surviving instruments adorn museums and private collections, playing a Stradivarius violin is a privilege reserved for few and envied by many. But this may soon change thanks to a radiologist and two violin makers who decided to harness computed tomography (CT) imaging and special manufacturing techniques to create a reproduction of a 1704 Stradivarius violin...
Continue Reading Computed tomography used to recreate a Stradivarius violinSection: MusicTags: Violin
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