Dr. Picza is used in combination with the Roland MDX-15, a machine to scan small products up to dimensions of 152 x 101 x 60 (mm). This scan method is mainly used for reverse engineering. To begin scanning, connect the MDX-15 and start the Dr. Picza software. The main settings window looks like the following image.
The X, Y, and Z fields define the resolution of the scan. From 5.0 mm up to 0.05 mm. In other words this is the amount of displacement between each scan line. After setting the resolution you can adjust the scan area to match your product. Enter values for the X and Y dimensions of your product, and use the Z-Limit to indicate the highest point of your product. When this setup is done, you are able to start the scan. The Roland MDX-15 is able to scan at 4 to 15 mm per second.
When the scan is complete, you can export the file and open it in any popular software program, like SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max or Rhinoceros. The exportable fileformats are DXF, VRML, STL, 3DMF, IGES, Grayscale, Point Group and BMP.
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