How 3D scanning and printing technology is supporting scientific research
Virtual Rocks by Declan G. De Paor
ABSTRACT
Three-dimensional digital models of geological objects are relatively easy to create and geolocate on virtual globes such as Google Earth and Cesium. Emerging technologies allow the design of realistic virtual rocks with free or inexpensive software, relatively inexpensive 3D scanners and printers, and smartphone cameras linked to point-cloud computing services. Learn More…