ISSN:
1437-1596
Keywords:
Cranio-facial identification
;
Facial reconstruction
;
3D Computer graphics
;
Video superimposition
;
Laser scanner
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
,
Law
Notes:
Abstract A facial image was reconstructed from the skull, part of a complete skeleton found in woodland, of a male person who had hanged himself from a tree. In addition, video superimposition was carried out with antemortem photographs of a person suspected of being the victim, and a good match was obtained. In a further case, a cheaper video-transparency superimposition was carried out, with identity later being confirmed on the basis of dental records. The techniques and the problems encountered are discussed. According to our experience, 3D computer reconstruction and video superimposition have a useful role in the process of identification, particularly in the early stages of an investigation and when other more definitive methods may not be available.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01369791
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