Design & Development of Adjustable Handheld 3D Scanner Jig

Abstract

The handheld 3D scanner makes modelling process even faster and easier. However, the main problem when using a handheld scanner is the inability of the operator to firmly hold the scanner without shaking during the scanning process thus will cause the scanned object to be inaccurate. Automated robotic arms may reduce the shortfalls, but it may increase the operational cost. In this project, a cost-effective, life-size, and flexible jig which integrate with the handheld 3D scanner was developed. The objectives of this project are (i) to design a low-cost jig for handheld 3D scanner with integration of autonomous system, and (ii) to fabricate and analyse the performance of the proposed flexible jig. The development process involved several stages, including the detail design process, control system development, jig fabrication and testing. Integration of Arduino Integrated Development Environment system is utilised to operate the device's mechanism to the system and further support the operation process and handling. A portable, life-size, cost-effective, and quick processing 3D scanner jig was successfully developed with minimum human error to produce an accurate measurement, and better modelling data. Keywords— Automation; Embedded System; Product Design; Three-Dimensional (3D) Scanning