How does laser 3D scanning work? When should you use a handheld scanner? To learn how to turn the world around you into 3D models, it’s first important to choose the right kind of scanner. For small and medium-sized objects, handheld scanners are ideal. For larger objects, laser scanner...
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using a 3D scanner is another option. By scanning a part or model and uploading it to CAD, you can then clean up the mesh so that it is ready to transfer to the next stage in the 3D printing process, which is...
This paper describes recent rapid advances in 3D laser surveying systems, and how software technologies can exploit the rich data created to enable rapid refits and conversions. Three principal benefits can be gained: 1. accurate, right-first-time design of new construction 2. the ability to ...
In general, structured light scanning provides the best resolution and accuracy when compared to laser scanning. For some artistic use-cases for 3D scanning you may need a lot of detail, while overall accuracy is less important—especially if you don’t require your part to fit precisely with ...
3D laser scanning andbuilding information modeling (BIM)work together seamlessly to improve building-related projects. Laser scanning captures detailed as-built data in the form of a point cloud, which is integrated into BIM software. BIM software converts this point cloud into a 3D BIM model tha...
Mobile laser scanning technology is becoming a critical function of integrated Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows and the Scan-to-BIM process.
Laser scanning solutions harness this technology, using LiDAR data to create 3D models and map digital elevation. LiDAR maps give positional accuracy — both absolute and relative, to allow users of the data to know where in the world the mapping took place and how each point relates to ...
movement is relatively predictable but there is no way to know exactly where the shaft with the attached mirror is. Open loop scanners are thus useful as actuators and for beam steering or simple scanning applications, but lack the precision needed for accurate applications such as laser graphics...
What is metal 3D printing? How does this additive technology work? This article covers the basic principles of SLM (selective laser melting) and DMLS (direct metal laser sintering) and how these relate to the key benefits and limitations of 3D printing....