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i-Space: 3D Scanning & Viewer

Consisting of the Digital Makerspace, Digital Visualisation Room and Studios

3D Scanning

3D scanning refers to the process of analysing real-world objects or environments to collect data on their shape and appearance. The data is then used to construct 3D models and textures of the objects or environments. Digitising real-world objects in 3D is becoming increasingly common. The 3D models can be processed for 3D printing, and imported into video games or VR applications. Below are some tools at i-Space for you to get started with 3D scanning. Come and try them out!

3D Scanning Facilities & Software

3D Scanning Facilities

Many consumer 3D scanners make use of short-range laser scanning technology and are suitable for scanning relatively small objects. A laser line or pattern is projected onto an object and the reflected laser light is captured by a sensor. The distance from the scanner to each scanned surface is calculated and from these data, a 3D model of the object is constructed.

The following 3D scanners are available at i-Space. Let's explore how to scan something in 3D in i-Space!

Remark: For the facilities not installed for open access, please  Book a Consultation Session 

 

Equipment Details Location

Shining 3D
EinScan SP V2

Desktop 3D Scanner (White LED)

  • Point distance of up to 0.17mm
  • Up to 0.05 mm accuracy
  • <1 second for a single scan
  • With electronic turntable
  • 5 alignment modes, e.g Auto-alignment
  • Automatic calibration
  • Colour scanning
  • Compatible with MacOS
  • User manual
  • Simple guide

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

(Connected to the laptop)

Shining 3D
EINSTAR 

Prosumer Portable 3D Scanner
(Infrared VCSEL structured light)

  • Point distance of up to 0.1mm
  • 4 alignment modes
  • Colour scanning
  • Portrait mode scanning
  • Compatible with MacOS
  • Recommended PC with graphics card:
    NVIDIA GTX1050 or better

  • User manual

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

(Can connect to the laptop in the area)

Matter and Form
V2

Desktop 3D Scanner (HD CMOS sensor)

  • Up to 0.1 mm accuracy
  • With electronic turntable
  • Automatic calibration
  • Compatible with MacOS
  • Maximum object size and weight:
    Height: 25 cm (9.8 in) WHD
    Diameter: 18 cm (7.0 in)
    Weight: 3.0kg (6.6 lbs)
  • User manual
  • Dos & Don'ts

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

(Connected to the Desktop PC)

Structure
Original Structure Sensor

Handheld 3D Scanner (Uniform infrared LEDs)

Self-service Kiosk
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

(Can be loaned for up to 2 days.
Overdue Fine: $10 per day)


Remark
Eligible users: PolyU staff and students enrolled on programmes leading to PolyU awards


Photogrammetry Software

Photogrammetry software allows 3D coordinates of an object to be derived from photographs of the object taken from different positions and angles. Compared with consumer 3D scanners, very large objects including buildings and landscapes can be scanned with this technology. It is thus widely used in GIS applications, cultural heritage documentation and visual effects production.

3D Viewers

The 3D viewer is a device that facilitates you to see images/videos naturally in 3D through your eye. This can be done by optical hardware or AI-empowered software or by combining both technologies.

Remark: For the facilities not installed for open access, please  Book a Consultation Session 

Equipment Details Location

Acer
SpatialLabs View
Pro 27

Naked Eye 3D Display (PC)
  • Size: 27 inches
  • Resolution: 4K, 160hz 
  • Support spatial audio
  • AI-empowered eye tracking & 2D content to 3D technology
  • Came with software: SDK for development

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

(Connected to the Desktop PC)

Leia inc
Lume Pad 2

Naked Eye 3D Tablet (Android)

  • Size: 12.4 inches
  • Resolution: 2.5K, 120hz
  • AI face tracking
  • Convert media files from 2D to 3D by AI
  • Dolby Atmos quad-speaker
  • Built-in stereoscopic cameras
    (pictures up to 5K resolution)
  • User manual 
  • Came with software

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

3D Stereoscopic Glasses

  • For watching side-by-side (SBS) stereoscopy 3D photo/video
  • Adjustable convergence to accommodate different image sizes
  • Support viewing on normal computer monitors, screens, tablets, and even TVs
  • Can be used with glasses

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

3D Anaglyph Glasses

  • For watching red cyan anaglyph 3D photo/video
  • Support viewing on normal computer monitors, screens, tablets, and even TVs
  • Can be used with glasses

VR Development Zone

Digital Visualisation Room
i-Space, 4/F North Wing

SpatialLabs Display - Convert to 3D view

Introduction to Lume Pad 2

How to use EinScan SP V2 scanner?

How to use Einstar portrait mode scanning?

How to use Matter and Form V2 scanner?

How to use Original Structure Sensor 3D scanner?

3D Model Collection

Stereoscopic Photos Collection

How to draw 3D glasses effect tutorial