The world of digital manufacturing is moving toward a stage where physical and digital boundaries are becoming less visible.

Industrial 3D scanning is shifting from a separate, post-process inspection step to an integrated, real-time quality control method. Combining metrology-grade hardware, optical triangulation ...

Today's "WM?" involved a company called "Direct Dimensions." Located in Owings Mills, they are a worldwide leader in 3D scanning. World Wide Leader. For almost 30 years, Direct Dimensions has been ...

From architecture to e-commerce, AI-driven 3D scanning is streamlining the capture-to-model process, reducing manual labor, and improving accuracy. New platforms integrate machine learning for ...

3D head scanning technology has evolved rapidly, bringing professional-grade capabilities within reach of enthusiasts and hobbyists. You can now create intricate, high-quality 3D models of your head ...

It seems to make sense. If you have a 3D printer, you might wish you could just scan some kind of part and print it — sort of like a 3D photocopier. Every time we think about this, though, we watch a ...

Rather than spending hundreds or even thousands of pounds on a 3D scanner, you might be interested to know that it is possible to use an Xbox Kinect to create an affordable alternative. This guide by ...

SHINING 3D has received a Red Dot Award 2026 for its FreeScan Omni 3D scanner, with judges highlighting the device’s ...