The Zscanner 800 is a handheld 3D scanner, unlike conventional scanners that are either fixed to a portable CMM arm or has to be mounted on a tripod. Using the Zscanner 800 scanner allows the user to scan hard to reach areas. Traditional scanners would require much work to orientate either the scanner or part. With the Zscanner 800 self positioning technology scanning is fast, easy and accurate. The user is able to see the results of their scan “live” on their computer screen. This saves time as it removes the guess work of where you are scanning and you can quickly rescan areas that were missed. Some of the advantages of the Zscanner 800 include:
1. Self-positioning
The Zscanner 800 3D laser scanners are the first self-positioning scanners on the market. These digital scanners use the subject part being scanned to establish their spatial reference.
During the scanning process, the Zscanner 800 3D scanners locate and capture the reflective positioning targets in real time. Their respective positions are calculated in reference to the scanner and then recorded. The targets on the object create patterns recognizable by the Zscanner 800 3D scanners. This pattern recognition allows the scanner to position itself in the same way that GPS devices use known satellites to establish their position on Earth
The handheld Zscanner 800 3D laser scanners do not need an external tracking device like a CMM or measuring arm to establish their location or reference in relation to the object.
2. User Friendly
Nowadays, every engineering and design team needs to be fast and efficient. It is therefore very important to have tools that are easy to learn and use and that can deliver fast, reliable results.
The Zscanner 800 3D laser scanners are easy to use yet extremely powerful. TheZscanner 800 3D scanners come with easy-to-learn, intuitive Zscan software, which offers users a wide array of functionalities. With traditional laser scanning technologies, operators must struggle with bulky and complex measuring arms. Not so with the Zscanner 800 3D scanners, as they do not use these technologies to function or position themselves in reference to the part. Measuring arms can also collect unreliable data when fully extended or if internal encoders are twisted at different angles.
While the Zscanner 800 3D devices are scanning, a real-time surface reconstruction of the object is shown on the computer screen. This feature allows the user to see what section of the part is being scanned and which areas need more detail. This feature is not available with traditional scanners, which only generate a fuzzy point cloud. With the Zscanner 800 3D scanners, it is also possible to make partial scans, stop to visualize the scanned part on the computer, and seamlessly resume scanning.
3. Versatility
The Zscanner 800 3D laser scanners are versatile because they are a compact, one-hand self-positioning device that is designed with a comfortable grip.
Traditional laser scanners mounted on arms or bulky CMMs while laser and white light scanner technologies are referenced in relation to the structure supporting them.
Scanning in tight and confined spaces can be very tricky and difficult for users of traditional scanning systems. On the other hand, the Zscanner 800 3D laser scanners allow the scanning of such areas being compact and independent of any other structural supports.
The fact that they are not linked to any external tracking system gives another great benefit to the handheld Zscanner 800 3D scanners: there is virtually no limit to the size of parts that can be scanned with the consideration of time and productivity.
Conclusion
When considering the benefits of using the Zscanner 800 and Geomagic Studio the focus should be less on doing the same old processes a little better and more on doing important new processes that will bring the desired results.
The Zscanner 800 self-aligning feature makes it a truly portable scanner that reduces the need to click points to register scan data or worry about the orientation of the part to scanner. To ensure best results one has to continue scanning from a previous scanned area and the software will register the data together.
With the Zscanner 800 scanning is easy to set up and to use. This makes the Zscanner 800 a tool that more students and lecturers alike can make use of. A simple introduction on the proper way to scan with some practice and soon one will be able to use it like a pro.
It provides a wider range of applications and overcomes limitations in CAD packages and design expertise.
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