A 3D scanner for the hand

This thesis puts forward a design for an affordable 3D scanner that can easily capture accurate 3D models of the human hand. Such 3D scans are a requirement for designing and manufacturing personalised products, which open up a new world of design possibilities by tailoring products specifically to a single person. An example of such a product...

The embodiment of a 3D scanner for the hand

This report provides details of the embodiment design process, including analysis, ideation, development and validation, of a 3D hand scanner. 3D scanning, the process of creating a digital 3D model of a physical object, has opened up new possibilities for personalised products and improved diagnostics in healthcare. Since the hand poses unique...