3D scanners were kind of popular last year, we saw affordable 3D scanners hitting the market in droves. But let’s face the truth, those “affordable” 3D scanners mostly cost around $600, which is still a lot of money, especially when considering that you could get a decent 3D printer for only $300.
But don’t worry, there’s an alternative that will give you the power of a 3D scanner in an affordable and handheld format: 3D scanning apps. The 3D scanner manufacturer KIRI Innovations present to you its newest product – the KIRI Engine app.
Why the KIRI Engine App?
While there are a few 3D scanning app options on the iOS store for you to try out, the Google Play Store on Android technically has almost no 3D scanning app that properly works. The KIRI Engine app is available on both iOS and Android, providing any mobile user with the ability to 3D scan objects. It uses the state-of-art photogrammetry algorithm on the cloud to produce high-quality 3D scans. Best of all, it’s completely free to use.
So, how do you get great 3D scan results from the KIRI Engine app?
Just like other photogrammetry software programs, there are certain limitations to what the KIRI Engine app is able to capture. For example, the object you wish to 3D scan can’t be transparent or have reflective surfaces. Outside of that, the sky is essentially the limit. The app works great on objects that have detailed surfaces and textures.
When taking photos for the app, you should try taking as many photos as possible. Also you should do multiple rotations when taking photos around the object, ensuring that it’s captured from all angles.
Who Should Try the KIRI Engine App?
If you are looking to capture geometric data from real world objects for your 3D printing projects, you have to try the KIRI Engine app. If you use the app properly, it could create 3D models with a very high level of detail. Check out the YouTube video below to see some examples created by some of our early app users.
The 3D models generated from the KIRI Engine app also have 4K textures. Models can be easily implemented into more hardcore 3D editors such as Z-Brush, Blender, and Unreal Engine for 3D renderings or even 3D animations!
Whether you’re looking to 3D scan objects to print or embed into a 3D model software, the KIRI Engine app offers all of this without overhead cost or bulky hardware. Download it today and try it out!
Check Out KIRI’s Founder on YouTube
Did you know that the founder of KIRI, Jack Wang, also started his own YouTube channel? Although he’s mostly busy running his business, he tries to create cool 3D scan hacking videos in his free time. For innovative ideas and fun projects, you should definitely give him a follow.
Who knows what crazy ideas could be brought to life using KIRI’s 3D scanning products? The answer to that question is ultimately up to makers like you.