(2021-07-06, 15:48)Orion Pobursky Wrote: [ -> ]https://developer.apple.com/augmented-re...t-capture/
This new feature looks interesting and may be useful as a starting point for complex parts with organic shapes.
Following this I had a look again at photometry tools on android (no iPhone here

), tried this one
https://www.qlone.pro/ . At least it gives a result, which was not the case when I tried similar tools a few years ago. Can it provide good enough results is another story...
(2021-07-06, 17:53)Philippe Hurbain Wrote: [ -> ]Following this I had a look again at photometry tools on android (no iPhone here
), tried this one https://www.qlone.pro/ . At least it gives a result, which was not the case when I tried similar tools a few years ago. Can it provide good enough results is another story...
Interesting, yes. Usable...

(2021-07-06, 18:41)Willy Tschager Wrote: [ -> ]No.
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My thought as well. We'll have to see how Apple does.
(2021-07-06, 18:44)Orion Pobursky Wrote: [ -> ]My thought as well. We'll have to see how Apple does.
While not usable as-is, a mesh simplifier might make it usable as a starting point.
(2021-07-06, 20:15)Travis Cobbs Wrote: [ -> ]While not usable as-is, a mesh simplifier might make it usable as a starting point.
These scanners have the same problem with Lego parts: the shiny surface and the small size. For the first problem, just use talcum powder or similar. The original color is lost, but you get a better geometry. There are also sprays to get a mate surface. Just be sure you can remove it later without damaging the part. Other tricks:
- Add texture to that surface such as speckles and stains to make the work easier for the app. Use only when the original texture is discarded.
- Use a textured and not patterned background, for example, advertising brochure. Qlone app uses a special texture to know where the phone was when taking the photos. I usually use software that don't have that kind of texture: Meshroom, 3DF Zephyr Free, etc.
- All the elements must be in focus: part and background