3D Laser Scanning and Printing

Our lab houses state-of-the-art equipment for 3D laser scanning and 3D printing. The high speed 3D laser scanning system uses a high-precision, air-bearing system base and a rotating line-laser probe. It is able to capture up to 225,000 points per second with 10 µm accuracy. We have used the system to scan complex-shaped objects of all sizes, especially those with 3D free-form surfaces. The 3D printer builds in real ABS thermoplastic, creating durable models and functional prototypes. It has a build size of 8” x 8” x 6” with a layer thickness of 0.01”.