3D Body Scanning and Healthcare Applications

  • Authors:
  • Philip Treleaven;Jonathan Wells

  • Affiliations:
  • University College London;University College London

  • Venue:
  • Computer
  • Year:
  • 2007

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Abstract

Developed largely for the clothing industry, 3D body-surface scanners are transforming our ability to accurately measure and visualize a person's body size, shape, and skin-surface area. Advancements in 3D whole-body scanning seem to offer even greater potential for healthcare applications.