Thursday, February 14, 2013

CADScan3D desktop scanner generates accurate full-color virtual models

0 comments
http://images.gizmag.com/hero/cadscan3d.jpg




CADScan3D co-founder Alastair Buchanan shows off his desktop 3D scanner


Computer models are typically created by specialists using dedicated CAD software or animation packages. The more detailed the object, the more time and experience it takes to make it. One shortcut would be to scan a real life version of the desired object (if it exists), but 3D scanners are generally expensive, bulky machines that aren't practical for the average person. The advent of affordable, desktop-sized 3D scanners like the CADScan3D could change all that – and presents troubling legal issues for the growing maker movement... Continue Reading CADScan3D desktop scanner generates accurate full-color virtual models



Section: Electronics



Tags: , , ,



Related Articles:





via http://www.gizmag.com/


Post a Comment

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.