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Creaform ACADEMIA’s 3D scanning solutions help researchers and teachers in Czech colleges

For years, Creaform has been dedicated to the educational sector, providing advanced 3D scanning solutions and software to enable researchers to conduct advanced research and teachers to train the engineers and designers of tomorrow.

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3D Scanning for Scientific Research and Historic Preservation

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3D Scanning for Scientific Research and Historic Preservation

In this Ask An Expert webinar, Creaform will demonstrate the benefits of 3D scanning technology and software solutions for digital archiving, scientific research and preservation work.

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia 3D Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia 3D Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…

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Flexible 3D Scanning in Research

The Chair for Aerospace Systems is an integrating chair dealing with the aircraft in its entirety and the integration within civil and/or military aviation. In addition to civil and military…

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Creative robotics scanning project

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Academia Scanner, an Educational Solution for Research Projects

Digitization and robotics for flexible manufacturing and individualization Creative Robotics (CR), a research unit within the University for Art and Design Linz, Austria, study robotics as an interface between the…

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Smart Steps to Integrating 3D Scanning in Your Quality Control

Discover how smart investments in 3D scanning technologies can transform your quality control processes. Explore our guide to select the right device.

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3D scanning for gas-powered cars conversions of electrical vehicle design

The automotive industry is undergoing a huge transformation. As the world moves towards more sustainable energy sources, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a driving force to transition from gas-powered cars. Just recently, Gear Patrol and Car and Driver have showcased future EVs from a wide range of automotive manufacturers, including Acura, Audi, Mercedes, Chevrolet, Ford, BMW, Polestar, Kia and Hyundai, just to name a few.

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Laboratory at AIC where students work on development and construction within the framework of the Extreme Automotive Program (EAP).

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Automotive Intelligence Center: 3D scanners – a key aid when training for a career in the automotive industry

AIC-Automotive Intelligence Center, based in Amorebieta-Etxano, Bizkaia, is a European center for the generation of value for the automotive industry based on a concept of open innovation where companies improve their positioning through cooperation.

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Jobs that took hours or days can now be done in minutes or seconds with the Creaform Go!SCAN 3D scanner

The TTK University of Applied Sciences uses the Go!SCAN 3D scanner in many projects for academic purposes by professors and students.

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3D Scanners: New Possibilities for Measuring Large Parts

  Based in Boppard, Germany, BOMAG is a global manufacturer of construction machinery and a technology partner in road construction and earthwork operations. In addition to its main focus on…

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How to Get Started with Product Reverse Engineering?

The main—if not the sole—purpose of reverse engineering is to gain knowledge about the design and development steps shrouded in the guise of a finished product. But what is backwards engineering if not a means to address practical issues such as machine downtime, part replacement, and maintenance or repair challenges?

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Two teachers with 2 students learning 3D scanning in an innovative university lab.

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Prepare Your Students for Industry 4.0

Learn how to prepare students for the demands of the future job market and ensure they have the skills necessary to succeed in the Industry 4.0 era.

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What Is the Best 3D Scanner?

You have been tasked with buying a 3D scanner. The only problem is figuring out where to start your search. You know what 3D scanning is but don’t know enough…

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3D Scanning, 3D Printing and the New Production Imperative in Military and Defense Applications

3D Scanning, 3D Printing and the New Production Imperative in Military and Defense Applications The military and defense sectors are undergoing an unprecedented transformation as military bases around the world…

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What is GD&T : Basics and Definitions

Through its dimensioning and tolerancing information, the technical drawing speaks a language that is intended to be common to all. It is made of a set of very precise standards, symbols, and rules that convey the geometric characteristics and tolerances of a part.

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Construction: Measurement of Test Specimens and Evaluation of Imperfections

The Chair of Metal Structures at the Technical University of Munich has been contributing to the development of steel and light metal structures within the construction industry for many decades. There is a long-standing tradition in the areas of bridge design, stability, construction, composite structures, fatigue and glass works.

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3D Laser Scanners: A Buyer’s Guide for Professionals

3D laser scanners are a hot topic these days. 3D laser scanning is an advanced technology with a market growth forecasted by some reports to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% from 2021 to 2026. Other research indicates that the 3D laser scanner market will likely reach $16.66 billion by 2030.

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From Scan to Reverse Engineering: 3D Scanner Guarantees Seamless Process

The ability to quickly achieve accurate dimensioning of components of any shape and size with a 3D scanner was for AADS a key factor to choose a Creaform scanner.

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3D Scanner Helps to Develop Stylish Classic Furniture

Angelo Cappellini, producer of essential and timeless furniture, relies on Go!SCAN 3D when it comes to developing exclusive furniture drawings.

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The HandySCAN 3D Opens New Technological Possibilities for a Swiss Technical School

For several years, education has been a priority at Creaform. For us, there is no doubt that teachers and researchers must have access to the latest 3D measurement technologies in order to train the next generation of engineers and designers.

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3D Scanner Helps Design Personalized Vehicle Solutions for People with Disabilities

Paravan has already been using Creaform 3D measurement technology for several years and has recently added the Go!SCAN SPARK white light scanner to its measurement technology portfolio.

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automatica

As the world’s leading trade fair for smart automation and robotics, automatica brings together all key technologies in the international technology hub of Munich. This makes it a meeting point for constructive and visionary cross-sectoral exchange between industrial, research and political representatives.

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3D Scans and CAD Models for Designing Antenna Mounts on Aircraft for SAR Systems

The Institute of High Frequency Technology and Radar Systems at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) is investigating radar systems and their associated parameters for future satellite missions. To this end, tests are carried out in advance with aircraft-borne systems, which have a high degree of flexibility. For the preliminary tests, the radar systems will be installed on two Dornier Do 228 turboprop aircraft.

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Using 3D scanning to detect auto part thermal deformations

Recently, Changchun Faurecia Xuyang Automotive Parts Technology R&D Co. was looking for an alternative to its conventional coordinate measurement machine (CMM) to acquire comprehensive thermal deformation data on auto parts.

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Behavioral measures for cable-driven parallel robots in the industrial environment

Recently, the Jules Verne Technological Research Institute (IRT) developed a new robot, belonging to the category of cable-driven parallel robots. The latter has been evaluated using Creaform technologies.

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3D Measurement solutions designed for the academic world

Discover Creaform ACADEMIA™, a brand-new solution suite for forward-thinking teachers and researchers looking to inspire, collaborate, and push the innovation envelope forward using the latest advancements in 3D measurement technologies.

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Vintage Car Restoration: Data acquisition for the creation of replicas and spare parts

Obtaining suitable parts for the restoration of their vehicles is sometimes a challenge for fans of vintage cars. Enters 3D scanning.

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Explore the uncommon possibilities that portable 3D measurements technologies open up – Part 1

Drag racing, museology/archeology, veterinary anatomy and mountain bike relied on 3D scanning to meet with their goals in a more efficient manner.

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3D Scanning Technology to Lead Top Athletes to Olympic Gold Medals

Luge, which is the French word for racing sled, is considered by many to be an extreme sport. It involves athletes lying down on their backs on a tiny sled…

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Using Go!SCAN 3D Scanner for the Individualized Orthopetic Development in Medical Technology

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Babel, HaW Landshut The laboratory for additive manufacturing (LaF) at Landshut University, deals with the process of reverse engineering headed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Norbert Babel. This includes…

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3D digitalization in the chemical and process industry

Creation of fixed beds with Creaform’s 3D scanner for CAD comparisons and the improvement of analysis and simulation methods The Fixed Bed Reactor (FBR) is the most frequently used type…

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Creaform VXelements, 3D model of an automotive casting from a 3D scan shown on a CAD software

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What is 3D measurement and what does it mean for manufacturers?

3D measurement is a metrology process that uses different types of 3D measurement tools, such as 3D scanners, to collect 3D data from physical objects, such as their shapes, textures,…

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3D Measurement in Academia: What’s a Senior Portrait for Blind and Visually Impaired People?

We all enjoy the quirky quotes and the refined, harmonious aesthetics found in yearbooks. Have you ever thought of what it means for blind and visually impaired people not to…

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Performing quality control in the Gobi desert with photogrammetry

Tianwei New Energy’s mission is to build modern, large-scale photovoltaic facilities to supply usable solar power throughout China. It researches, manufactures, sells and services midstream and downstream products related to PV solar energy, including crystalline silicon wafers, PV cells, modules, and PV systems engineering.

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Automated Quality Control Systems

More and more manufacturers are adopting automated quality control systems in order to detect issues before it is too late or to reduce quality control costs. Automated quality control systems also enhance overall product quality, increase throughput, mitigate obsolete and cumbersome manual inspections, and improve competitiveness.

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System supplier to the aviation sector uses 3D scanners for incoming goods inspection

  Scanning tools for subsequent surface comparison against CAD Incoming goods inspection is generally a tried and tested means of quality assurance for checking the quality of delivered parts for…

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Digitization of a wooden shipwreck with Go!SCAN 3D

Archaeologists have the delicate task of preserving cultural heritage and furthering their knowledge about history. They need to get information about past construction methods and product usage. In the summer…

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Deep dive into the world of 3D scanners and 3D measurement technologies

Explore 3D measurements and various 3D metrology systems Metrology, including 3D measurement technologies and 3D scanners, is taking the manufacturing, NDT, quality control and educational sectors by storm. For example,…

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How 3D Scanning Is Used for Redesigning Olympic-level Boats

Creaform brings its reverse engineering knowledge for the creation of an Olympic level trimaran prototype that will be adapted for athletes with disabilities. Thanks to MetraSCAN 3D and to reverse engineering, Creaform and the students of Cachan’s École Normale Supérieure (France) are working on the metamorphosis of a new type of trimaran: the Kiteboadspeed (KBS).

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Rapid, High-Precision Measurement of Templates and Gauges

  M.D.C. DESIGN srl is a young, dynamic company that firmly believes in sharing individual experience with the entire group, and developing the highest quality standards in design and production….

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Full moto picture for 3D scanning Lunar project

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Inspection and design of composite parts in the automotive, aerospace, defense and railroad sectors

In collaboration with Carboni and Metalli, Bercella is creating an innovative motorcycle using composite components and the HandySCAN 3D Many companies in Italy were born, thanks to the dreams and…

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How 3D Scanning Helps to Preserve Cultural Monuments

One monument that DITAG used the Handyscan 3D for was the Fontana di Melograno, located in the Aosta Valley region of Italy. Some of the fountain’s old stones had been damaged by water and needed to be restored.

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Rapid, High-Precision Measurement of Templates and Gauges

  M.D.C. DESIGN srl is a young, dynamic company that firmly believes in sharing individual experience with the entire group, and developing the highest quality standards in design and production….

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Accelerating aircraft electrification with reverse engineering and 3d scanning

The electrification of vehicles has gotten a lot of ink and airtime over the past few years as a compelling alternative to traditional fuel-powered cars and trucks. But did you…

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Time-to-market: How your company can leverage 3D scanning technology to accelerate innovation and gain an edge over the competition

In today’s hypercompetitive marketplace, where rivals are global, technology evolving at a rapid-fire pace and customers more intransigent than ever before when it comes to quality and performance, manufacturers are…

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Staying Ahead of the Curve: ACE Technology

ACE Technology was founded in 2004 in the UK, with a mission to offer best-in-class composite material manufacturing services. The first industry it served was motorsports, a demanding sector that…

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No Stone Unturned in Pursuit of Excellence: HandySCAN 3D scanner increases measurement efficiency

CMS Cepcor® Ltd. based in Coalville, UK, is Europe’s largest aftermarket manufacturer and supplier of premium quality crusher, screen, and asphalt plant spare parts. The company provides products and services to…

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Creaform Launches Brand-New Educational Solution Suite, Creaform ACADEMIA

In today’s academic world, engineering teachers and researchers are facing mounting pressure to enhance their curricula and collaborative research projects with the latest technology. On the one hand, teachers need…

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Need to Increase Productivity?

Over the past few years, global manufacturing industries have come up with more complex part and assembly designs to address hypercompetitive markets. However, in the long run, it requires more…

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Skeleton of Hope The blue Whale

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London’s Natural History Museum: A Blue Whale 3D Scanning Project

3D scanning project of a blue whale’s skull for the Natural History Museum in London.

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How to reverse engineer classic car parts

A VINTAGE FERRARI PARTICIPATES AT THE MONACO GRAND PRIX THANKS TO THE HANDYSCAN 3D Creaform was mandated by NT CADCAM to use its 3D scanning technologies to reverse engineer a…

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Artifact pots display at the National Museum of the Philippines in Manilla

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On the importance of Precision and Resolution for Academics and Museology

How important is the resolution of your 3D scanner? While the industrial world obviously also requires great accuracy and resolution, this need becomes paramount when it comes to applications related…

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Augmented Reality: Virtual Fitting Room for Retail Fashion

We all have to buy clothes eventually, but truth be told, not everyone likes having to try them on. So wouldn’t it be wonderful if we didn’t actually have to?…

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A domed shape brain coral, an example of the corals Kyle plans to study in his 3D documentation project

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Unravelling the mysteries of the ocean… with 3D scanning

So is the fascinating mission of Kyle Zawada, student at St-Andrews University in Scotland. To be more specific, he proposed to use portable scanning techniques to 3D document and measure characteristics…

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3D printing human tissue… coming soon to a hospital near you

One of the most surprising and promising applications of 3D scanning and 3D printing is happening as we speak, as far away as possible from engineering labs. Wait for it… Medical researchers…

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Industrial Design

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Creaform’s got new talents

To become a leader on the market you need to design products that offer more than competition. That’s why the Creaform Engineering Service is now giving you access to professional…

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HandySCAN 3D digitizer helps train the next generation of french engineers

Located in the South West of France, close to both the Swiss and Italian border, the small-ish city of Grenoble is nonetheless considered a major technology and industry center. Last…

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Can the Go!SCAN 3D scanner help resolve the 200 year-old Oak Island mystery?

Presented above are screen captions from the History Channel series Curse of the Oak Island. It clearly shows a Creaform Go!SCAN 50 handheld 3D scanner used to digitize a mysterious…

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Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium: improving analysis methods with the Handyscan 3D

As part of a measurement campaign targeted toward carbon electrodes in reduction furnaces, Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium wanted to follow up on its different electrode consumption mechanisms and optimize…

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We even help scan… mastodons!

We always knew that the Creaform products were versatile, but sometimes their application surprise and amaze even us! The University of Michigan owns a Handyscan 3D, which is made available…

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Ray Tracing Used to Create 3D Model of Molecular Cloud B68

A group headed by researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy (MPIA) succeeded in using ray tracing in order to create a 3D model of molecular cloud B68. The…

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“Thin Skinned” Virtual Reality Gloves at your Fingertips

The expression “thin skinned” may no longer only bear a negative connotation as this concept could become the foundation for creating a new generation of virtual reality gloves. That’s right, a…

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Creaform’s new Go!SCAN 3D Scanner Released !

We are absolutely thrilled to unveil our most recent accomplishment: the Go!SCAN 3D, a brand new handheld white light 3D scanner offering the easiest and fastest 3D scanning experience on…

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3D Printing Nanomaterials Soon Possible?

Despite the fact that 3D printing can be done fairly easily at home and that its use is becoming increasingly broad there is one area in which there is still…

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When 3D scanning can help the visually-impaired drive their wheelchair!

Well…you can’t stop progress! This is a very interesting example of how technology can be beneficial to people in need – and not only for businesses trying to make money….

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A Salvage Operation – 3D Scanning an Endangered Cultural Site

—This story about 3D scanning for heritage preservation does go back a while, but we thought it was worth shedding some light on it once again. Enjoy the reading! The Augustus temple…

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Interesting article on Quebec’s Entrepreneurship in today’s Gazette

“Quebec, like the rest of Canada, is at the stage of development where jobs and prosperity increasingly depend on knowledge-based activity, or innovation. Entrepreneurs are the people most adept at…

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Creaform Welcomes Minister of State (EDAC) Denis Lebel

Today is Commercialization Day in Canada. To mark the event, we welcomed Mr. Denis Lebel, Minister of State at Economic Development Agency of Canada to our facilities. Mr. Lebel made…

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Creaform considered as big as Apple by Google?

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Brand Power : Creaform considered as big as Apple by Google?

Search engine land recently published a very interesting article (in the very interesting world of search engines) about the way Google handles certain queries. The article states that the world…

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Let me be a 3D fashion victim!

Why should I refrain from writing about 3D technology? Well…maybe because I’m no engineer nor technician?…But see, over the 3½ years that I’ve been working at Creaform, the marketing gal…

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