According to IDC Scan Dimension and the SOL scanner is believed to be one in four companies to have largest impact on the 3D scanning market in 2020.

Really, the only limitations with the Pro 2X Plus are limitations with the underlying technology. This means it can still struggle with overly shiny surfaces and hair , but there are many industry workarounds. Once a scan is complete, they can seamlessly export files in STL or OBJ format and import them for printing purposes. For those not interested in 3D printing, the SOL allows users to effortlessly upload scans to social media, as well. Although the scanner rotates, you may still need to maneuver the object to different angles . It is easy to do and bring everything together under one project. The thumb screw placement on the scanner head is difficult to access given the mount-design unless you have the fingers of a child or north-pole elf. There are probably tripod-screw workarounds for this in the photography space. Educators – Teachers, librarians, mentors and students can turn STEM/STEAM classrooms and maker spaces into 3D discovery labs. SOL brings accurate, affordable 3D scanning to the education market. 3D models can be modified, shared, printed, or used as a starting point for learning.

Reviews 2021

This scanner was developed by Scan Dimension, based in Denmark, and is essentially a hybrid solution. It uses a combination of laser triangulation and white light technology to 3D scan real-life objects. The SOL 3D scanner can provide a resolution of up to 0.1 mm. The 3D scanning process is automated and you can choose between a near and far scanning mode. Scan Dimension has been named IDC Innovator for 2020. IDC stands for International Data Corporation – a company that provides global market intelligence for the IT and consumer technology markets. Makers – Passionate artisans, designers, and craftsmen take advantage of the simple to use, highly accurate SOL 3D scanner and software to take their creations to the next level. Easily scan and scale an object up or down, reproduce it in a different material, or jump-start your modeling process. Of course, in this case, the overall quality and speed of scanning will depend on your phone camera. Kiri Innovation gives an average scan time of between 4 and 30 minutes and our tests suggest this is an accurate range. As with any 3D laser scanner , the higher you set the resolution, the longer it will take. The actual scanner itself weighs just 7 pounds, and can scan objects that weigh up to 2kg. This light weight makes it a perfect portable 3D scanner if you’re on the move.

You have now scanned your object and if this was your test scan you know that everything is set up correct. Once complete, SOL Creator automatically aligns the scans and opens the SOL Viewer software to display the final 3D model. We’ve never come across a 3D scanning workflow this automated, so Scan Dimension really wasn’t kidding when it marketed its system in this manner. scanning can also help architects map the areas they will be designing their buildings in, take inspiration from existing architecture, and aid in building miniatures/prototypes. What Should I Know Before Buying a 3D Scanner? However, structured light scanning does have its limitations, particularly in its sensitivity to ambient lighting conditions. Since it relies on projecting and measuring light patterns, external light sources can affect the accuracy of the scan. This makes it less effective in outdoor environments, or other settings where the lighting conditions can vary. For more information on this, we’ve also written a detailed article comparing structured light scanning vs laser triangulation. Laser Triangulation

Reviews 2023

The SOL PRO is the more recent offering and is intended for small to medium part scanning applications. Much like its predecessor, the machine aims to combine affordability and accessibility, sporting a streamlined and automated scanning workflow that takes much of the load off the user. This isn’t to say it’s exclusively beginner-friendly, however, as there are still plenty of options and parameters for more advanced users to play around with. It uses white light 3D scanning technologies to increase accuracy and scan faster (sub 0.5-second single shot scans), creating high-quality scans in record time. Entertainment and Animation: 3D body scanners are used to create lifelike digital doubles for use in movies, video games, and VR. What these 3D laser scanners provide is a light source and turntable. The rest of the work is accomplished via a powerful mobile app . It even uses machine learning to keep scan quality high. Place the scanner in a stable place - vibrations can cause calibration and scan errors due to the use of high precision laser.

Furthermore, while cheaper scanners boast similar accuracy and resolution, in practice none beat the Eva when it comes to difficult objects - think really shiny or dark surfaces or human hair. Its only hiccup is with large flat surfaces that require you to add some markers (like masking tape), so it understands that there is indeed a surface there. Laser triangulation involves projecting a laser beam onto an object’s surface and then using sensors to detect the reflected light from the laser. These sensors are positioned at a known angle and distance from the laser source and detect the light reflected.Choose SOL 3D scanner if you are a hobbyist and want to remake your objects on your 3D printer or simply just want them as digital 3D models. Your phone simply clamps into place. It’s compatible with the iPhone 6 range (iOS 12 and higher) and most modern Android phones (7.0 and higher). Tablets, however, are too large.