Hi all
I've been interested in 3D laser scanning for a while now. I sort of have this image in my head where you can 'scan' a 3D object and save the image, then you can print out a 3D facsimile of the original object in plastic or some other suitable material.
To take this to the next step required reasonably priced 3D printing to become available. This has recently happened, and I believe that 3D laser scanning and 3D printing make the perfect partnership.
I've found a lot of information here
http://www.laserscanning.org.uk/foru...forum.php?f=65
And here
http://www.david-laserscanner.com/
http://www.david-laserscanner.com/forum/
I was just wondering if anyone else here had given any thought to this technology and was willing to share their findings and experiences. I figure this technology is now within the reach of us mere mortals, and I for one can think of many many applications
Cheers
Jem
P.S. I guess a CNC 3D milling machine would also be a possibility for getting the image translated into a 'real' object. Dan?.....