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Kinect 3D Scanning Guide

This document discusses 3D scanning with the Kinect. It begins by explaining how the Kinect works using an infrared laser projector and cameras. It then provides tips for creating clean scans, discusses various 3D scanning software options like KinectToSTL and Skanect, and describes ways to share and view scanned models online using services like SketchFab and Thingiverse. The document concludes by discussing future possibilities for the Kinect like higher resolution sensors and augmented reality applications.

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Kinect 3D Scanning Guide

This document discusses 3D scanning with the Kinect. It begins by explaining how the Kinect works using an infrared laser projector and cameras. It then provides tips for creating clean scans, discusses various 3D scanning software options like KinectToSTL and Skanect, and describes ways to share and view scanned models online using services like SketchFab and Thingiverse. The document concludes by discussing future possibilities for the Kinect like higher resolution sensors and augmented reality applications.

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3D Scanning with the Kinect

June 9th, 2012 Jeremy Herrman jherrman.com @jherrm

What Makes the Kinect So Great?


1st consumer 3D depth camera < $150 Available everywhere Hackable

How does the Kinect Work?

How does the Kinect Work?

Infrared Laser "Starfield" Projector

How does the Kinect Work?

Infrared Laser "Starfield" Projector

Infrared Camera

How does the Kinect Work?

Infrared Laser "Starfield" Projector

Infrared Camera

RGB Color Camera

Demo

What can be scanned?


Large, non-reflective, opaque items People Rooms Issues Scanning in direct sunlight doesn't work Subject must stay still during multi-view capture

Tips for Creating Clean Scans


Handheld Kinect Don't shake - use smooth motions Always keep subject in frame Plan around the cord Have a buddy to press buttons Turntable Rotate table at a constant, slow pace While turning, hide hands/arms from sensor Limit sensor depth to minimum required to scan object

3D Scanning Software

Prerequisites
1. Kinect Sensor 2. USB/Power Adapter 3. Computer
a. Powerful graphics card = better scans b. Graphics Card Compatibility Spreadsheet

4. Enthusiasm

KinectToSTL
https://github.com/kylemcdonald/Makerbot/tree/master/KinectToStl

KinectToSTL
https://github.com/kylemcdonald/Makerbot/tree/master/KinectToStl

RGBDemo
http://labs.manctl.com/rgbdemo/

Skanect
http://manctl.com/products.html

ReconstructMe
http://reconstructme.net

3Dify
http://www.matherix.com/

3Dify
http://www.matherix.com/

Post-Scan Software Toolkit


Meshlab
http://meshlab.sourceforge.net Swiss army knife of mesh tools

Blender
http://www.blender.org General purpose meshing and cleanup

Meshmixer
http://meshmixer.com Clean up scan artifacts

Netfabb
http://www.netfabb.com/basic.php Primary focus is fabrication

Sharing Your Scans


SketchFab.com
Example: Baxter the cat (RGBDemo)

3Dfile.io
Example: Mac Plus (ReconstructMe) Uploads limited to 10MB

GrabCAD.com
Example: Mom (ReconstructMe) Meant for CAD, not scans

Thingiverse.com
Example: Pikachu (3Dify) Targeted at 3D printable models

p3d.in
Example: Thomas 1650 (ReconstructMe)

Roll Your Own Online Viewer


Three.js
https://github.com/mrdoob/three.js/ Javascript wrapper for 3D content Renders to WebGL, Canvas, and SVG

XB PointStream
http://zenit.senecac.on.ca/wiki/index. php/XB_PointStream

GLGE
http://www.glge.org

The Future
Kinect 2 Better resolution "Can read your lips" Kinect Fusion Augmented reality http://youtu.be/zzb_RQWrt6I Embedded Kinect Kinect-on-a-chip In your phone, tablet

The End
Questions?

Jeremy Herrman | jherrman.com | @jherrm

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