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Sleek Portable Object Scanners

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Photon is the First 3D Scanner that is Truly Accessible

— April 3, 2013 — Art & Design
Small, lightweight and portable, the Photon 3D Scanner is as convenient as it gets when it comes to converting 3D objects to be formatted for 3D printing programs.

Product designers and hobbyists can create anything they want using this scanner in conjunction with a 3D printer. First take a model of an object, it can even be something molded out of clay, then place it on the scanner and push start. It will transform the object into a software-ready mesh design that can be printed out into a useful product. Created by Matterform, the design is sleek and stylish, something that can be displayed proudly in the office and on one's desk.

Manufacturers and creators can make any concept that they can imagine into a reality with the Photon 3D Scanner
Trend Themes
1. Portable 3D Scanners - The Photon 3D Scanner exemplifies the trend of portable scanners, enabling easy conversion of 3D objects for printing.
2. Accessible 3D Printing - The Photon 3D Scanner contributes to the trend of making 3D printing more accessible by providing a convenient and user-friendly scanning solution.
3. Sleek Design Tools - The sleek and stylish design of the Photon 3D Scanner taps into the trend of creating visually appealing and functional design tools.
Industry Implications
1. Product Design - Product designers can leverage the Photon 3D Scanner to quickly and efficiently convert physical prototypes into digital designs for 3D printing.
2. Hobbyist Market - The Photon 3D Scanner opens up new possibilities for hobbyists to create customized, 3D printed objects from any physical item they can scan.
3. Office Equipment - The sleek design of the Photon 3D Scanner makes it a stylish addition to any office environment, catering to the demand for visually pleasing and functional office equipment.
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