War Peace Order Force - My first Sense Scan

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This morning, I walked two blocks from my apartment to the park near Baltimore's Walter's Art Museum, where numerous large statues surround the Washington Monument. One of these statues, representing 'War', was scanned using the Sense and its software. The Sense scanning software prompts the user with questions regarding the object being scanned - whether it's a person or an object, and its size (small, medium, or large). Despite a minor issue where color data wasn't exported in the initial scan, the final .ply and .stl scans were obtained. The scanning process felt similar to other PrimeSense scanners, but the software is what sets it apart. Unlike other scanners, which require multiple software packages for processing and manual cleaning up in Meshmixer, Sense's software simplifies this process, making it more user-friendly for the average consumer. This ease of use comes with a higher price tag, as the Sense costs $399 compared to ~$150 for other scanners. However, the software's added value is evident, providing a seamless scanning and processing experience through 3D Systems. During a quick scan at Dooby's, feedback was given on the optimal distance of 15 inches from the object being scanned. While it could be challenging at times, the Sense continued scanning even when too close or too far, with an overlay feature to help realign if tracking was lost. Overall, the Sense offers excellent software execution by 3D Systems, making it a great device for 3D scanning.