A 3D scanner captures the geometry and the surface textures, resulting in a fully textured model without additional work. Some 3D scanners allow you to scan files in color or with no colors.

Not all 3D scanning is alike, and the right workflow can depend on the object involved. [Ding Dong Drift] demonstrates this in his 3D scan of a project car. His goal is to design custom attachments… ...

Shown here is the model of a part I had professionally scanned with a Creaform HandySCAN Black 3D scanner, according to my invoice. It is an old wood grip from an antique firearm.

2. 3D scanning is going through a boom just like 3D printing (click to Next Page for a list of players) It is partly what’s needed to advance 3D printing as it makes modeling easier, which often ...

Accurately scan small to large-sized objects with Creality’s CR-Scan Ferret 3D scanner. (Photo : Creality) 3D scanners are becoming more popular than ever.

Often, you will need a 3D scanning spray to coat your model in a white, evaporative coating to make scanning easier. This is not possible with human subjects, but does help with inanimate ones.

And — for users looking to incorporate models into a project (a video game, say) without having to capture them — the app hosts a library of free 3D models shared from the Polycam community.

This app has a free mode if you want to get familiar with the scanning process, but you’ll need to subscribe if you want to export or share your 3D models. Finally, you’ll need something to scan.