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How to Use the MakerSpace Facilities and Services: 3D Scanners

  1. There is no charge to use 3D scanners provided by the MakerSpace. Users are responsible for any damages of the furniture and equipment in the MakerSpace.
  2. Unless otherwise approved by the University Librarian, the 3D scanners are used by eligible users for educational and non-commercial purposes ONLY.
  3. Users are responsible for any damages to the furniture and equipment in the MakerSpace.
  4. Users should comply with copyright, patent, and other intellectual policy regulations, which do include specific exceptions for fair use. CUHK Library staff reserves the right to refuse any usage request. 

iPad Pro for 3D Scanning

Description: An easy-to-use iPad Pro with various 3D scanning applications.

Eligible Users: CUHK students and staff

Borrowing Method: check out and return at the Learning Garden HelpDesk during 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday. It can be loaned for up to 3 days. (Overdue Fines: HK$10 per day)

Specification: 

Model: iPad Pro (M4, 11-inch)

Scanning range: 0.3m to 5m +

Camera: 12 million pixels wide camera

Sensor: LiDAR Sensor

TrueDepth Camera: 12 million pixels ultra wide camera

Output file format: .OBJ (can be sent via email)

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Available Apps

3D Scanner App

A 3D scanning app that can utilize Photogrammetry reconstruction, LiDAR sensor or TrueDepth camera.

For more details: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/3d-scanner-app/id1419913995

KIRI Engine

An easy-to-use 3D scanning app that can utilize Photogrammetry reconstruction or LiDAR sensor, with clear guide and indicators for successful data acquisition.

For more details: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kiri-engine-3d-scanner-lidar/id1577127142

Metascan

A 3D scanning app that reconstructs 3D model with photogrammetry, which compiles data from pictures taken over various angles.

For more details: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/metascan-3d-scanner/id1472387724

Polycam

A 3D scanning app that reconstructs 3D model with photogrammetry, LiDAR sensor or processing batch image upload.

For more details: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/polycam-3d-scanner-lidar-360/id1532482376

Scaniverse

A 3D Scanning app that that can utilize Photogrammetry reconstruction or LiDAR sensor, with optional reconstruction method comparison and AI enhancement features.

For more details: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scaniverse-3d-scanner/id1541433223

Go! Scan 3D

Description: A high-performance handheld 3D structured-light scanner. 

Eligible Users: CUHK staff

Reservation Method: Please contact Learning Garden HelpDesk for details.

Specification: 

Light Source: White light (99 stripes)

Scanning area: 390 x 390 mm 

Max. Accuracy: 0.05 mm

Volumetric Accuracy: 0.05 mm + 0.15mm/m

Resolution: 0.1 mm 

Acquisition Speed: 1,500,000 points/s

Texture colours: 24 bits

Part Size Range: 0.1 - 4 m

Output file format: STL, OBJ, DAE, FBX, MA, PLY, TXT, WRL, X3D, X3DZ, ZPR

HandyScan 700

Description: A high-performance handheld 3D laser scanner. 

Eligible Users: CUHK staff

Reservation Method: Please contact Learning Garden HelpDesk for details.

Specification: 

Light Source: 7 Laser crosses (+1 extra line)

Scanning area: 275 x 250 mm 

Max. Accuracy: 0.03 mm

Max. Resolution: 0.05mm 

Acquisition Speed: 480,000 points/s

Part Size Range: 0.1 - 4 m

Output file format: STL, OBJ, DAE, FBX, MA, PLY, TXT, WRL, X3D, X3DZ, ZPR