Threeding Artec 3D palaeontology
The contents of this collection consist of animal remnants, impressions and traces, which date back to Pliocene, Miocene and Paleocene epochs.
Threeding.com, a leading 3D printing marketplace and Artec 3D, a 3D hardware and software manufacturer, have announced they have been working together in the field of palaeontology.
Through this project, the two companies have digitally captured a private palaeontology collection, curated and owned by one of the largest private collectors in Europe, Radoslav Trayanov. The contents of this collection consist of animal remnants, impressions and traces, which date back to Pliocene, Miocene and Paleocene epochs. The printable 3D models are now available for public consumption on the Threeding website.
This collaboration between Threeding and Artec 3D is the first commercial project that combines the practices of 3D printing and palaeontology. The resulting collection of models has expanded Threeding’s already-impressive library of more than 1,000 historical and scientific models.
Threeding Artec 3D palaeontology
Using Artec’s Spider and Eva scanners, the team captured the various shapes and textures of the different fossils in the collection.
“We are very happy with the launch of this new collection. Working with Mr Trayanov and the team from Artec 3D was very exciting and allowed us to bring our expertise to the unique field of palaeontology,” said Stan Partalev, co-founder of Threeding.com. “This project is another step towards our goal to turn Threeding.com into the ultimate digital library of high-end science and education 3D printing models.”
The palaeontology models were created with the help of Artec 3D’s professional, high-resolution 3D scanning technology. Using Artec’s Spider and Eva scanners, the team captured the various shapes and textures of the different fossils in the collection. They also used Artec’s Studio 11 3D modelling software to quickly and accurately post-process the models.
Threeding Artec 3D palaeontology
Artec’s Studio 11 3D modelling software was used to quickly and accurately post-process the models.
“With 3D scanning technology, the spread of scientific information has become easier than ever,” said Artyom Yukhin, President and CEO of Artec 3D. “Mr Trayanov’s private collection is the perfect example, as people from around the world now have access to the rare fossils he has painstakingly compiled. Due to the incredible detail in which our 3D scanners can capture objects, Threeding.com’s virtual and 3D-printed replicas will allow people to discover the intricate details of these fossils.”
Threeding has already published the first 50 palaeontology models on its platform. The pilot models include Plate with Callovian ammonities, Lampadaster sp. Cotteau, Hypsopatagus meneghini, and Belemnitella, among others. Most of the models were found in Europe, with some originating from North America, and can now be 3D-printed in full colour. The price of the digital models will range between $10 and $20, while a physical 3D print will vary depending on the size.
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