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Lego Scanners

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DIY Guide to Build Your Own

— July 28, 2008 — Tech
Uber nerd alert! Thanks to someone called Anders and his "build your own LEGO Scanner," we see that some people clearly don't believe that life is too short.

On his website, you can find the instructions, complete with programming and DIY directions, to make this work of art/DIY technology project. Why you would want to do so is beyond me, but it is pretty darn cool I guess.


Implications - The scanned images can be saved in either gray scale, 8-bit color or the full 24-bit color. The scannet's small menu has a an LC screen which lets owners set the priorities for the scan based on individual preferences. The images can be saved as a BMP file in the NXT's flash memory.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Scanning Tech - The rise of DIY scanning tech projects reflects a potential shift in the way people view technical skills and the desire for simple, accessible scanning technologies.
2. Lego-based Innovation - The popularity of Lego-based DIY projects suggests that there may be an opportunity for companies to incorporate Lego-style customization and building into their own product lines.
3. Personalized Scanning Priorities - The emphasis on individual preferences and priorities in the Lego Scanner project suggests that there may be an opportunity for companies to explore the potential of personalized scanning features.
Industry Implications
1. DIY Technology - The DIY trend in scanning technology could disrupt the traditional tech industry by empowering individuals to create their own customized scanning solutions.
2. Toy Manufacturing - The popularity of Lego-based DIY projects suggests there may be opportunities for toy manufacturers to integrate educational and technical building kits into their product lines.
3. Photography and Imaging - The emphasis on scanning image quality and individualized preferences suggests an opportunity for innovation within the photography and imaging industry, particularly in customizable scanning solutions.
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