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University Research & Corporate R&D
When 3dMD first introduced its new approach to high precision surface imaging, a considerable barrier to researching the human form was overcome. By eliminating the problems associated with subject movement, surface occlusion and model realism associated with previous scanning methods such as laser and structured light, 3dMD’s technology made it possible to undertake large scale subject capture protocols across ethnic groups and all ages of the population. With 3dMD technology it is no longer necessary to unnaturally hold a facial expression or head posture as capture is near instantaneous. Furthermore the time to organize the subject has been decreased considerably allowing a workflow of a subject every minute or so, regardless of how many postures and expressions are acquired. 3dMD’s emergent 4D technology takes this even further permitting a frame rate up to 60 3D frames to be generated per second for up to 10 minutes.
With 3dMD it is now possible to embark on high volume surveys of actual people to assist with the understanding of all types of physical interaction between the person and their environment, with the highest medical grade precision. Because the technology is non-invasive it is also possible to scan control or normative groups to allow comparison. Today, 3dMD is working with some of the world’s top research organizations and institutions around the world to assist with their innovative product initiatives and advancements to science.
Apparel/Accessories Sizing
3dMD offers apparel manufacturers an alternative for capturing customer size and shape measurements to improve the fit and physical comfort of their products. The company developed a portable system for Regent Medical (formerly SSL International plc), a major supplier of fitted surgical gloves. This system instantly generates an accurate 360-degree model of the hand with all of the relevant measurements.
3dMD is focused on transitioning the paradigm of human form documentation to objective 3D photography and 3D surface motion capture, thus providing the dimension required for measurement, assessment, and realism, all of which are critical to the following market sectors.
Film/Media Production
3dMD offers film/media production studios an alternative solution for the creation of highly realistic digital actors, which includes every tiny detail and every little wrinkle. 3dMD will shift the paradigm from the time consuming, expensive method of animators artistically crafting each human character from scratch to an automatic character generation methodology that provides the animator with multiple 3D models to use as a creative foundation, saving the animator time and the company money. With the ultra fast speed of capture, the company’s technology enables animators to capture multiple facial expressions to feed the production pipeline.
Location-based Entertainment
On a lighter note, the company has taken its sophisticated 3D medical imaging technology and has packaged it in a robust, user-friendly experience that is fun for people of all ages and technical aptitudes. With 3dMD's personalized technology, science centers, museums and entertainment complexes can provide a fun, memorable 3D experience for visitors. The robustness of our technology was well demonstrated in our Welcome Wing exhibit at the London Science Museum, where hundreds of visitors a week are able to generate a 3D model of their face by pressing a couple of buttons. Our system was in daily use for more than five years.
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