Creatives are discovering the wealth of possibilities offered by 3D scanning. DIY crafters and product designers can digitise real-world objects for ideation and iteration, artists can digitally archive installations, animators can create detailed 3D models for rigging and creative studios can create digital twins for marketing content.
So far, mass adoption has been hindered by the cost of quality industrial scanners, limiting access for individuals and small studios, and by the complex setup often required to get professional results. Some materials can be difficult to scan accurately, and raw scan data often needs extensive cleaning and refinement.
