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3D Scanning Lens
The ability to create a detailed design layout is a crucial aspect of design and construction in myriad fields and is especially useful for engineers, architects, game designers and even animators as individuals in these professions ultimately need to take drawings and import them into 3D views. Because of advances in technology, there are manufacturers that provide 3D scanning services and state-of-the-art laser scanners, software and optical tracking devices. This technology allows professionals to move beyond conventional design methods and toward a more viable, visual design option.
What does 3D scanning involve?
With a 3D scanner, data is collected and images are analyzed and the scanner takes those objects and recreates them into three-dimensional designs. The 3D scanner captures the image’s appearance, color and shape and calculates its three-dimensional size to produce a model. The lasers used don’t come into contact with the object it is scanning and that’s why this technology is ideal for fragile items such as historical artifacts. In some instances more than one scan will need to be completed to get a true three-dimensional representation of an object.
Applications and industries that benefit from 3D scanning technology
The uses for 3D scanning technology can be found in many applications and in many fields. This technology can be used by designers and architects in conjunction with CAD (computer-aided design) software to view designs in better detail. Swimming pool contractors, game designers and animators also use the three-dimensional software to aid them in their professions. Scanning technology can incorporate traditional graphic designs and take it to the next level through the use of advanced design tools as a way to create visual depictions of people and objects.
3D technologies can be used throughout the manufacturing process in myriad industries. The scanning equipment, such as the type of film and full image scanners that Universe Optic provides, can render a one-dimensional object into 3D one which makes it easier for designers to come up with concept illustrations. The ability to manipulate the 3D renderings before having to retrofit manufacturing machines is also a time and money saver for business owners. Additionally, the three-dimensional rendering allows quality assurance staff to detect any inconsistencies or scale to size issues before the machines are put into operation.
The benefits of 3D scanning lens technology
Efficiency is one of the advantages of the three-dimensional scanning technology. It allows engineers to “try out” a design before putting in hours of manpower on a design that may simply “not fit.” Engineers, designers and architects can see, from a 3D rendering the myriad angles of a design and this makes it simpler to pinpoint areas in need of improvement before a model is finalized. Design errors and reduction in production costs are two of the benefits of three-dimensional scanning technology.