##  [3d Scanning](/index.php/3d-scanning) 

  ##  [3d Scanning](https://humanitites.quantumdictionary.io/3d-scanning-0) 

  

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Definition

A non‑contact measurement process that captures an object's three‑dimensional surface geometry (and optionally color/texture) using technologies such as structured‑light, laser triangulation or photogrammetry to produce point clouds, meshes or other digital models for documentation, analysis, condition monitoring or reproduction.