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Camera system creates 3D models, not quite home or office friendly

It might be a while before 3D printers make their way into people's homes, but it's definitely going to be a really long time before the OrcaM Orbital Camera System becomes a household appliance. And if it ever comes to that, you're probably going to need a bigger house.

Developed by a German company called Nek (site is in German), the OrcaM uses a system of seven cameras to create 3D models of any object placed inside its "reconstruction sphere."

Currently, the machine is limited to objects that are no larger than 31.5 inches … Read more