5.1. Definitions

5.1.1. Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this section, the student will be able to

  • Understand different coordinate systems in computer-assisted interventions

  • Identify the different unknown transformations between coordinate systems

  • Understand what needs to be calibrated

  • Understand the different types of calibration

  • Be able to identify the calibration processes of different applications

5.1.2. Nomenclature

  • CAI - Computer Assisted Interventions

  • US - Ultrasound