3D Scanning Technologies Blog

There are two options to consider when selecting the right 3D scanner for your application and scanning needs.

There are a number of key factors that influence the price of a 3D scanner. When looking to purchase a 3D scanning system, it is important to determine your requirements to figure out which scanner would be best suited for your needs and your budget.

We are pleased to announce the release of the next version of FlexScan3D 3.1 3D Scanner Software. The proprietary technology powers the HDI 3D Scanners and is also available separately for companies that want to build their own custom 3D scanners for OEM applications. The goal for FlexScan3D version 3.1 was to enable users to reach the end results faster. The updated version focuses on optimizing 3D scanning and mesh processing capabilities. We added new features and improvements that will reduce the time it takes to get from capturing raw scans to generating complete 3D models while still getting high quality scan results.

This week’s blog post is contributed by 3D3 Solutions’ customer, Kevin Carr from ScanMatter Studios, Inc. 

What is 3D post-processing software?
3D scanners output raw 3D scan data in the form of points or polygon mesh. 3D post-processing software allows users to clean up 3D scan data and/or transform the data for its final purpose, whether it’s for visualization, reverse engineering, CNC machining, or 3D inspection.

In the previous blog post, Ways to Automate 3D Scanning, we briefly explained the steps to create a full 3D model from a physical object. The best way to illustrate this process is through a video demonstation. Below is a video of the 3D scanning process using a white light 3D scanner (also known as a structured light 3D scanner). White light 3D scanners are categorized as non-contact 3D scanning where the scanner scans without physical contact with the object to ensure there is no measurement interference.

In the previous blog post, Ways to Automate 3D Scanning, we discussed a few ways to automate 3D scanning to reduce scanning and processing time. Another way to speed up the process is to automate the alignment of 3D scanner data. This process is called photogrammetry data alignment using markers.

In our blog post, Tips for 3D Scanning Small Objects, we offered several tips on scanning small objects to get good results. Recently, our team received an email from Simon Stone, our UK distributor from Mech Innovation Limited. He sent us his latest 3D scanning results for a two pence coin.

With the start to the new year, our team launches a redesign of our corporate website. The purpose of the redesign is to provide better user experience. The website also offers more resources on 3D scanning.

RASCO Automotive Systems, a leading service provider of 3D Scanning, Reverse Engineering and Quality Inspection services, uses 3D3 Solutions' HDI 3D Scanner to generate high accuracy 3D scans. RASCO produced a case study that explains how they use the HDI 3D Scanner for the automotive and mechanical industry.