3D Reconstruction Using a Linear Laser Scanner and a Camera

TL;DR

This paper presents a simple and cost-effective 3D reconstruction method using a linear laser scanner, a camera, and a turntable, demonstrating its effectiveness on various objects with satisfactory accuracy.

Contribution

It introduces an easy-to-implement 3D reconstruction system combining a linear laser scanner and a camera, suitable for affordable and accessible 3D modeling.

Findings

Achieved satisfying accuracy and resolution in point cloud models

System is easy to build with appropriate procedures

Tested on objects like wiki and mug with successful results

Abstract

With the rapid development of computer graphics and vision, several three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction techniques have been proposed and used to obtain the 3D representation of objects in the form of point cloud models, mesh models, and geometric models. The cost of 3D reconstruction is declining due to the maturing of this technology, however, the inexpensive 3D reconstruction scanners on the market may not be able to generate a clear point cloud model as expected. This study systematically reviews some basic types of 3D reconstruction technology and introduces an easy implementation using a linear laser scanner, a camera, and a turntable. The implementation is based on the monovision with laser and has tested several objects like wiki and mug. The accuracy and resolution of the point cloud result are quite satisfying. It turns out everyone can build such a 3D reconstruction system with appropriate procedures.