3D-Scanner CR-Scan Raptor

The most important step in the 3D scanning process is data acquisition, where you capture raw scan data in the form of a point cloud. Each step of post-processing can lower the quality and level of detail of your scan. To achieve the best possible scan results, follow these steps:

How-To:

1. Choose the Right Scanning Technology:
   • Decide which scanning technology to use based on your object and requirements.
   • If the object is large and does not need to be dimensionally accurate (e.g., scanning a person), infrared scanning can be used.
   • For objects requiring high dimensional accuracy (down to 0.1mm), it is best to use the blue laser scanning mode. However, the object will need to be covered in marker points.
2. Setup and Scanning:
   • If the object is small enough, place it on a plate with markers and ensure at least four markers are visible to the scanner throughout the scan.
   • For infrared scanning, markers are optional but recommended if the object lacks distinguishable textures (e.g., a golf ball looks similar from all sides, making it difficult for the software to assemble the images into a 3D object).
3. Scanning Steps:
   • Set up the object to be scanned, including placing marker points if using blue-light scanning.
   • Configure the scanning software to suit your application.
   • Follow the software instructions to scan the object.
   • Clean up the scan by deleting points that don’t belong to your object, then process it.
4. Post-Processing:
   • Align the individual scans automatically or manually by placing markers on corresponding points of the scans.
   • Complete processing the model and export it in your preferred file format.

For a more detailed walkthrough and additional instructions, see this website.