3D Scanner for the space

3D Fabrication
#21

Here are a couple links I posted as separate threads - because they have videos embedded in them; and, the videos usually auto-play… :wink: :slight_smile:

Please watch this thread, provide feedback, and most important suggestions on which 3D Scanner we want at Dallas Makerspace! :smile:

Here is the agenda item, as currently written, that I have posted for next month’s Board Meeting.

https://dallasmakerspace.org/wiki/Board_of_Directors_Meeting_20150517#Acquire_a_High_Definition_3D_Scanner_.28Lisa_Selk.29

I want to be able to have better details (including models, specs, prices, etc…) for “Solution 1”; and, if y’all can come up with something better than what is already listed for “Solution 2”, my ears are open!

… getting excited at the possibility of a truly awesome quality 3D Scanner for the 'Space!!! :slight_smile: :slight_smile: :slight_smile:

#22

Friend of mine works at Captured Dimensions (3D scan is their specialty) this is what they use. http://www.artec3d.com/hardware/artec-eva/?hc_location=ufi

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#23

That’s cool. So how much does a Captured Dimensions 3D Scanner compare to a Next Engine 3D Scanner?

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#24

Here’s an excellent comparison. NextEngine is by far cheaper but you get what you pay for. I supposed it just depends on the quality required. http://www.aniwaa.com/3d-scanners/compare-3d-scanners/

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#25

Thanks for the link April (@amp1276)!

I used to drool over the Artec Spider! :wink:

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#26

Looking at the Chart it would seem that the David Scanner is the best bang for the buck. Precision and Resolution are comparable to the Artec and far superior to the NextEngine at a 10th of the price.

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#27

We actually have a David Laserscanner (don’t know if we got a version that comes with the Structured Light scanning), but so far no one has been able to get anything useful out of it. It should be in the 3D Fab room still, on a shelf, if you want to give it a shot. You’ll need a really dark room, and although they say you can move the laser by hand, experimentation has shown this to give really bad results. If our version DOES have the SL scanning option, we should think about giving that a try–should be faster and more accurate, at least for larger (human) scans.

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#28

We do not have the structure light version on the David scanner. At that is not what they were using, I remember basically a laser pointer and a turntable.

Before we worry about price, what are the requirements, needs or wants in a 3D scanner. More busts of John K. with better fidelity?! :wink:

What types of objects do people want to scan and and what resolution? Also to consider is the workflow needed to get those scans into file types that works with our gear? 3D printers, HAAS, CNC Router, etc.

If that can be met with a $1,200 scanner or a $12,000 scanner. Great

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#29

I for one would be looking to make models for CNC (Haas and Multicam) and for 3D printing. Scanning an entire car would be neat, but I’d be looking for 2 square feet and under with very good resolution.

As for the software, I think most of the scanners mentioned so far export in OBJ, STL, or PLY formats all of which are importable by a multitude freeware and high end software packages.

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#30

I’m looking for about the same size 2ft. Mainly for HAAS and 3D printing.

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#31

I’m will be at the space (finally!) this Sunday for the Laser maintenance class and can bring up our Next Engine if you guys are interested in seeing it in action. I can come up a couple hours early…2:00?, set it up and let you check it out. It’s been a while since I’ve messed with it, but it should come back to me pretty quick… I’ve also got Skanect and Asus Xtion scanner rig that works pretty darn well I can bring…

Let me know today, and I’ll bring it home with me from work.

patrick

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#32

I have gotten pretty good results from 123D Catch but I need dimensional accuracy because I would like to copy shapes that would be hard to model (as mentioned in another thread, my Razer Orochi mouse).

The Jay Leno Garage videos demo what would be possible with a good 3D scanning setup, we could replace parts that aren’t manufactured anymore and then make them better.

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#33

Hi Ian (@sinceru1934)…

Thanks for the additional information!

I’m copying your response from the other thread to this thread - since it’s the main thread to discuss which 3D Scanner(s) we would like to look into for the 'Space! :smile:

#34

Many THANKS to Everyone who has provided feedback on this subject! Please keep it coming! I’d like for us to continue to sort out the pros and cons on the various options discussed, and try to narrow down the best system(s) for Our Makerspace! :smile:

#35

I just saw the laser maintenance class was canceled today, but I did bring home the NextEngine and Skanect scanners from work. I can still come up if there will be people there to see it…didn’t hear from anyone earlier interested in seeing it in action. Let me know if you want to see it today. I was thinking of coming up still around 2:00, but don’t want to drag all that stuff up if no one will be there for it.

thanks,
pat

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#36

I am interested and will be in around that time as well.

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#37

Cool, i’ll bring it up. Be there about 2-2:30.

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#38

Hiya Pat!

I’ll be at the Space today and would love to check it out! It may be closer to 3 before I can get there… maybe a touch sooner.

:slight_smile:

#39

I expect that most objects that I would want to scan would be only a few inches in any dimension, but would need high resolution. However, I would also like to scan larger objects. Please don’t take this the wrong way, but one thing I would like to scan are naked people. That is for both art and producing wearable products that are tailor-made to fit a body. Also, scanning selected body parts, such as feet or heads, for making things like shoes or glasses. We might also be able to use a scanner to track dimensional changes in growing objects, such as plants.

I’d like to be able to scan environments, too, such as rooms or even city streets.

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#40

This scanner just popped up on my wall:

"“Imagine the potential of using 3D scanning technology on the International Space Station paired with a 3D printer,” Artec 3D president and CEO Artyom Yuhkin said in a statement Wednesday (April 29). “The Space Spider boasts an enhanced cooling system that allows the user to capture accurate 3D data more rapidly. This handheld scanner can endure some of the most difficult situations on Earth and has been engineered to perform in nearly zero-gravity environments when called upon.”

“The Space Spider scanner can capture objects with an accuracy of up to 50 microns and a resolution of up to 100 microns, Artec 3D representatives said. The device retails for $27,600.”

“New ‘Space Spider’ 3D Scanner Could Work in Space”

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