Challenge: Accurately capturing part of a 3.28-mile floodwall under an active overpass. So busy it vibrates with the movement of passing cars, the GoMeasure3D team sought to identify a quantifiable way of inspecting the massive structure for damage.
Solution: Artec Leo, Artec Ray II, Artec Studio, SOLIDWORKS, Geomagic Design X, Geomagic Control X
Result: A highly detailed digitization, ideal for uncovering deformations, measuring corrosion, and assessing the wall’s maintenance needs. Thanks to Artec Studio software, going from scan to inspection-ready mesh – a process that traditionally takes two days – took just 90 minutes.
Why Artec 3D?: Artec Ray II’s built-in display and GPS tracking make large-scale capture challenges routine tasks. To inspect areas with finer details, it’s also possible to follow up with 0.1mm-accuracy Leo scans and combine multiple datasets into hyper-realistic 3D visualizations.
The University of Cambridge's cutting-edge research into ancient ceramics has been transformed by the use of the Artec Space Spider, a highly accurate 3D scanner. This technology enables researchers to create detailed digital models of artifacts, revealing nuances in shape, curvature, and wall thickness that were previously undetectable. These insights shed light on the manufacturing techniques and social dynamics of stateless societies, offering a deeper understanding of ancient collaboration and innovation.
Partnering with Artec 3D experts, the research team utilized the scanner for non-invasive studies of historical objects, including bowls, spindle whorls, and stone carvings. The precision of up to 0.05 mm allowed researchers to document over 100 artifacts and further analyze them using specialized software. This breakthrough is not only advancing archaeology but also demonstrating how technology can preserve and reinterpret history for academic and public engagement.
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