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3D Scanning Oversized Parts with the ES360

September 27, 2016

3D scanning can be used for a variety of applications. But what do you do when the application calls for scanning a very large part?

The ES360 is equipped with two scan modes to accommodate both small and large scanning needs: fully automatic mode for smaller objects (7.8” cubed) and free/manual scan mode for larger objects (2.3’ cubed). On occasion, however, it may be necessary to automatically scan oversized parts (meaning they exceed the maximum factory recommendation) on the turntable.

This article guides you on how to extend the scan range to handle such scans.

Operating in Continuous Scan Mode

The ES360 3D scanner has a function called “Continuous Scan.” This function allows the user to initiate a second round of scanning immediately following the first round of data collection. The continuous scan feature ensures the next pass will be perfectly aligned with the previous pass, and so on. There are no limits to continuous scanning, so users can add as many rounds as needed to capture all the features and details of their oversized parts.

How Continuous Scanning Works (and a Practical Example)

3D scanning oversize (too tall) part
The scan is incomplete due to the sculpture’s height being 1″ taller than the scan window.

The ES360 continuous scan function allows you to digitally capture 3D objects by automatically aligning the multiple scan orientations.

For example, say you’d like to scan a wood sculpture that measures approximately 8.5”x5”x5”. Because the scan window is 7.5” cubed, the sculpture is 1” too tall to be completely captured in one scan.

To get a complete scan, three separate scans are required, as shown below.

Multiple orientation set up for continuous scan

Multiple 3D Scanning OrientationsThe ES360 continuous scan function automatically aligns the most current scan data with the previous scan. In this example, we needed to place the part in three different orientations to accurately capture the sculpture’s details and features.
Completed 3D scan of oversize part
When we finish our third and final scan, the ES360 automatically creates our ready-to-use, well-aligned mesh. Note that each round produces more data, which can result in longer mesh processing time. So be efficient with your scanning passes to create your 3D models competently and accurately!

Want to Know More?

If you have questions about the ES360 Continuous Scan Technology, or how it allows you to scan objects from multiple angles to automatically align and merge the meshes to create an accurate 3D model, please contact us.

Completed 3D scan of oversized part on turntableContinuous Scan Key Features

  • Automatically capture oversize 3D objects using the turntable
  • Create fully-aligned 3D meshes
  • No design or 3D modeling experience necessary
  • Optimized to work with any 3D Printer

Filed Under: 3D Scanning Tagged With: How To, Oversized Scanning

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