Matter and Form 3D Scanner
Matter and Form are a company aiming to bring the real world into your 3D applications via scanning technology.
The Matter and Form 3D Scanner is a laser based object scanner that is primarily aimed towards consumers and hobbyists.
In the grand scheme of things in this part of the world it is an inexpensive solution to a typically more expensive problem.
You can scan small objects ranging from apples (a staple test in this community it seems!) to busts or figures.
The world is open to you, anything you can fit on the test bed, you can give a whirl.
Once scanned in you can simply save them as a 3D file or output them directly to a 3D printer.
Design
The scanner itself is light at under 4 lbs, comes with a neat carry handle when folded away (which is a smart design feature) and can quite happily sit on a corner of your desk without too much hindrance.
The entire construction is made from a plastic substance that is light but fairly rugged, I wouldn't be afraid of it getting scratched up or broken in typical day to day operation.
When you open the scanner the front portion lowers down into a horizontal position revealing the turntable and scanner itself.
It is a pretty snazzy design as the handle holds the turntable steady and makes sure it sits flat but ensures the device is compact enough when folded away.
Upon opening the scanner you will immediately notice the 7–inch turntable that you sit your objects on, along with the dual laser headed HD CMOS camera that sits opposite.