RangeVision
Spectrum RangeVision
The Spectrum can provide highly detailed scans of any type of object, from jewellery to large vehicles
Russia-based 3D scanner manufacturer, RangeVision has launched its latest technology, a high-resolution scanner capable of shooting objects of all different sizes.
The three-in-one scanner, named Spectrum, is equipped with 3.1 Mpix industrial colour cameras and keeps an accuracy up to 0.04mm.
It’s greatest selling point, though, is its three scanning zones, and three scanning modes, which can capture images from 1cm up to 3m away. This means it can provide highly detailed scans of any type of object, from jewellery to large vehicles. RangeVision believe the Spectrum is the perfect solution for companies that specialise in 3D scanning services, reverse engineering, product design or production of small or medium-sized objects.
The scanner’s three modes separate items into small, medium and large categories. Small objects, such as a ring, can be scanned at 1cm to 40cm away, medium-sized objects can be scanned at between 30cm and 1m, while larger objects, such as a car can be scanned at 60cm to 3m away. Spectrum also includes an automatic turntable to enhance the 3D scan, as well as a travel case for easier transportation.
As well as ensuring the new product boasted a range of high quality capabilities, the RangeVision development team also wanted a slick design. They handed this part of the project over to its partner, Art-Up, an industrial designs studio.
RangeVision
Spectrum RangeVision
The Spectrum has three scanning zones, and three scanning modes, which can capture images of all shapes and sizes from 1cm up to 3m away.
RangeVision were keen to maintain its brand’s colours onto the Spectrum and so put forward two ideas: a black and red colour scheme, and a white and grey combination. Aware the real product would differ from a nice image on a computer screen, the first batch of Spectrum scanners were produced in both designs. For housing parts, a two-component polyurethane was used. Due to the impact resistance, abrasion and heat resistance it is an ideal material for the housing of a 3D scanner.
The first people to get their hands on the Spectrum were RangeVision’s engineers who carried out strict testing on the scanners. They adjudged the white and grey scanners to have better control elements, accessories and body parts. When in operation, a white and grey scanner proved to be more user-friendly than the red and black version. The white glossy surface would get less dirty, fingerprints were not seen on it and, according to the RangeVision team, light colours made the 3D scanner operators calmer and inspired.
After referring to the entire team, RangeVision decided the white and grey combination fits Spectrum better.
