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3D Scanning at The Advanced Output Center<\/p>\n

The 3D Scanners at the AOC are available to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff at SAIC. All the scanners are portable and able to scan a range of object sizes. All users must attend a certification prior to user the scanners.\u00a0[more]<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>Book Appointments 3D Scanners<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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\"\"Get<\/strong> Certified<\/strong> For 3D Scanners<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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\"\"Guides For Download\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

3D Scanning Guide<\/a><\/strong> (PDF)
\n3D Model Repair Guide<\/a><\/strong> (PDF)
\nFARO Scanning Guide<\/a><\/strong> (PDF)
\nFARO SCENE Guide<\/a><\/strong> (PDF)<\/p>\n

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ARTEC EVA<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Location<\/b><\/td>Check out from AOC, 1232 Sullivan. Scanner can leave 12th floor.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access<\/b><\/td>Self-serve, open to currently enrolled students, active faculty and staff;
\nUsers must be certified prior to use;
\nSee Access<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Min\/Max Scan Size<\/b><\/td>Smallest is around 6\"x6\"x6\", larger objects can be scanned with proper setup.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Resolution<\/b><\/td>Finest: 0.5mm (0.01 in) in Z<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pricing<\/b><\/td>No fees for Normal use. See Fines<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardware\/Software Requirements<\/b><\/td>Artec Studio (available on supplied laptop). Standard AC power source.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/b><\/td>Non-reflective, opaque materials are optimal. Scanner must have line of site to object features.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Applicable Fines<\/b><\/td>$50 a day for late returns.
\nCost of replacement or repair for loss or damage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n
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NEXTENGINE<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Location<\/b><\/td>Check out from AOC, 1232 Sullivan. Scanner can leave 12th floor.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access<\/b><\/td>Self-serve, open to currently enrolled students, active faculty and staff;
\nUsers must be certified prior to use;
\nSee Access<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Min\/Max Scan Size<\/b><\/td>Smallest is around 1\"x1\"x1\", maximum: 13.5\" x 10.1\" (Diameter)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Resolution<\/b><\/td>Finest: 0.13mm (0.005\")<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pricing<\/b><\/td>No fees for Normal use. See Fines<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardware\/Software Requirements<\/b><\/td>ScanStudio (available on supplied laptop);
\nStandard AC power source.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/b><\/td>Non-reflective, opaque materials are optimal. Scanner must have line of site to object features.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Applicable Fines<\/b><\/td>$50 a day for late returns.
\nCost of replacement or repair for loss or damage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n
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HANDYSCAN<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Location<\/b><\/td>Check out from AOC, 1232 Sullivan. Scanner can leave 12th floor.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access<\/b><\/td>Self-serve, open to currently enrolled students, active faculty and staff;
\nUsers must be certified prior to use;
\nSee Access<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Min\/Max Scan Size<\/b><\/td>Smallest is around 5\"x5\"x5\", larger objects can be scanned with proper setup.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Resolution<\/b><\/td>Finest: 0.1mm (0.004 in) in Z<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pricing<\/b><\/td>No fees for Normal use. Positioning targets are 10 dots for $1.00. See Fines<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardware\/Software Requirements<\/b><\/td>VX Scan (available on supplied laptop);
\nStandard AC power source.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/b><\/td>Non-reflective, opaque materials are optimal. Scanner must have line of site to object features.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Applicable Fines<\/b><\/td>$50 a day for late returns.
\nCost of replacement or repair for loss or damage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n
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FARO FOCUS3D<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Location<\/b><\/td>Check out from AOC, 1232 Sullivan. Scanner can leave 12th floor.<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Access<\/b><\/td>Self-serve, open to currently enrolled students, active faculty and staff;
\nUsers must be certified prior to use;
\nSee Access<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Max Range<\/b><\/td>330 meter maximum scan range.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Accuracy<\/b><\/td>2mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pricing<\/b><\/td>No fees for Normal use. See Fines<\/a> section for details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hardware\/Software Requirements<\/b><\/td>SCENE software for post processing.
\nOther optional hardware available at checkout.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Material<\/b><\/td>Non-reflective, opaque materials are optimal. Scanner must have line of site to object features.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Applicable Fines<\/b><\/td>$50 a day for late returns.
\nCost of replacement or repair for loss or damage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

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Questions? Email advancedoutput@saic.edu<\/a><\/p>\n

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Schedule an appointment<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

To use Acuity, use the embedded page below and select the resource you wish to use. Note, some resources have longer lead times than others. After making the appointment, you’ll get an email with information about your reservation.<\/p>\n

If the embed below does not work, you can also find the schedule here: https:\/\/saicscheduling.as.me\/3dscanning <\/a><\/p>\n