3D Scanner

Overview

3D Scanners enable near-instantaneous input of spatial data into digital systems. The technology is currently undergoing a massive flourishing of innovation as the underlying hardware becomes ubiquitous. As a part of the GVCS 50, it enables a suite of powerful applications.

Applications

• CAD
• Rapid Prototyping
• Workshop Control
• Automation Programming
• Robotic Systems
• Training

Product Ecology

Uses

• UPS - Power
• Motor - Articulation
• 3D Printer - Case

Works with

• 3D Printer - Cloning
• Sawmill - Lumber scanning.
• Tractor - Automation navigation
• Industrial Robot - Sensing, teleoperation

Components

• Laser
• Camera
• Processor
• Case
• Actuators

Research

Kinect Hacks

See Also

• http://www.david-laserscanner.com/
• MakerScanner, uses a PS3 webcam (which cost about $40) and a few parts that can be 3D printed.
• http://www.splinescan.co.uk/
• FLMScan, by Robert Meisenecker from the FabLab Münich
  • Documentation
  • 1st Prototype
  • Software Documentation
  • 2nd prototype features:

The Global Village Construction Set
Habitat	CEB Press	Cement Mixer	Sawmill	Bulldozer	Backhoe
Agriculture	Tractor	Seeder	Hay Rake	Well-Drilling Rig
	Microtractor	Soil Pulverizer	Spader	Hay Cutter	Trencher
	Bakery Oven	Dairy Milker	Microcombine	Baler
Industry	Multimachine	Ironworker	Laser Cutter	Welder	Plasma Cutter
	CNC Torch Table	Metal Roller	Rod and Wire Mill	Press Forge	Universal Rotor
	3D Printer	3D Scanner	CNC Circuit Mill	Industrial Robot	Chipper Hammermill
	Drill Press	Induction Furnace
Energy	Power Cube	Gasifier Burner	Solar Concentrator	Electric Motor Generator	Hydraulic Motor
	Steam Engine	Heat Exchanger	Wind Turbine	Pelletizer	Universal Power Supply
	Nickel-Iron Battery
Materials	Aluminum Extractor	Bioplastic Extruder
Transportation	Car	Truck
Key	Design	Planning	Prototype	Almost done	Full Release