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3 May 2022
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DWARF II. A new way to look in the sky.

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Every astronomy enthusiast who likes to look at celestial bodies in the sky understands that such a telescope can be quite expensive. Moreover, traditional telescopes are large, heavy, and not mobile enough. This is why the DWARF II telescope was created by TinyScope CAM, which enables users to pursue their interests without difficulty. This smart telescope gives users incredible detail of an object, at the same time being extremely small in size.

The developers took into account all the shortcomings of the previous model DWARF I and created an improved version of the telescope, which is so beloved by users. Moreover, they added the ability to control the telescope using a cell phone. The developers also said that in the nearest future they will provide API and documentation for developers. So they will allow users to develop and run their own programs on DWARF II.

Developers claimed that this cutting-edge telescope is able to take pictures of objects located deep in space, and moreover, it is even capable of taking photos of other galaxies. Due to the diagonal of the sensor of the IMX415 telescopic camera, the diagonal of the 35mm frame is approximately 6.7. Thus, on a 35mm camera, this 100mm lens is approximately equivalent to a 675mm lens. The Developers say that this should be enough for taking fantastic pictures of the Moon and other bigger galaxies. DWARF II can capture multiple images using 2-axis scanning technology and, later, stitch them together to form one image. In this case, The number of pixels can even reach one billion.

DWARF II is compact, and has the following technical characteristics:

Lens: 100 mm focal length, is optimized to the diffraction limit

Motor: 0.001°/s~36°/s ultra-wide speed range, high-precision positioning

Sensor: SONY IMX415 Starvis, 8 million pixels, high sensitivity

CPU/NPU: 4-Core Cortex-A7 1.5 GHz CPU, 2 TOPS NPU

To take a photo of any deep-sky object, traditionally, astronomical observation telescopes must be equipped with an equatorial instrument and a camera. All these equipment prices start at $1500 and can be even higher. So, it can be concluded that for ordinary users it will be quite costly. Whereas, DWARF II early bird price starts from $459.

Summarizing everything that was mentioned before, It must be said that DWARF II is an awesome, light, user-friendly, and compact telescope. In comparison with traditional equipment, it is very cost-effective. Moreover, it allows users to develop custom software, using their API. And in my opinion, this advantage allows them to gain experience that simply can not be achieved with traditional telescopes.

Resources:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/dwarf-ii-smart-telescope-astro-nature-photography–2#/

https://youtu.be/c_blFgd3ky0

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIUcl9HrkNf7rZXVZSkrw9w

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tinyscope/dwarf-ii-a-portable-and-versatile-smart-telescope

https://astronomy.ru/forum/index.php/topic,198227.0.html

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5 April 2022
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3D scanning has never been so simple. Creality introduced their brand new CR-Scan Lizard.

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3D printing technology and capabilities are developing rapidly. Moreover, in our modern time, this technology of 3D printing is already used by many companies in various fields For example, some companies use it to make different figurines of the main characters from video games, while other companies use 3D printer to manufacture parts for their cars or even print whole cars completely on 3D printer which has a size quite impressive, and some of the organizations even print whole houses.

For the production of high quality models, which could later be used for 3d printing, people are using different programs for 3d modeling. And it is important to note that the average average user would be rather difficult to understand these programs. Moreover, to prepare a 3d model for printing requires the necessary knowledge and skills in this area of activity.

To simplify the process of creating a model of almost any complexity, the company Creality developed a portable 3D scanner called CR-Scan Lizard. Developing this product they received a lot of positive feedback from the general public, as well as from 3D scanner enthusiasts.

The scanner Creality provides can accurately record the slightest detail with a whopping accuracy of up to 0.05 mm. It is achieved by the improved precision calibration method. Its 3D point distance ranges from 0.1 mm to 0.2 mm and the minimum scanning size is 15 mm. The usage of near-infrared light sources is both eye-safe and light-compatible. High-precision 3D scanners are typically expensive, but the CR-Scan Lizard will be inexpensive with reasonable pricing.

The CR-Scan Lizard helps users to save time. 3D scanning is as simple as taking a video thanks to the clever algorithm. Even large sections like the engine hood, automobile door, front or back bumpers, and so on no longer require the use of markers. With the 3D model built up precisely, the CR-Scan Lizard can catch fine details of the subject with aplomb, achieving no-marker scanning.

Software providing smart automative algorithms

Model optimization is now possible with just one click thanks to CR Studio’s integration of 3D complete automation methods. It has features such as multi-positional auto-alignment, auto-noise removal, auto-model simplified topology, auto-hole filling, and auto-texture mapping, all of which impress users with their ease of use. It’s user-friendly enough and can be suitable even for children.

Even in broad sunshine, the CR-Scan Lizard scans black items and maintains outstanding performance. This innovation is based on a high-precision binocular camera system with a self-developed multi-spectral optical system, which greatly improves light adaptation and allows the CR-Scan Lizard to scan more subjects, having true color fidelity.

Different scanning modes were created with the goal of giving consumers a mode switch option and allowing them to pick the most appropriate mode for their needs. With three scanning modes: turntable scanning, handheld scanning, and handheld plus turntable scanning, the CR-Scan Lizard can scan objects ranging in size from 15 mm to 1500 mm.

Creality also allows users to connect CR Studio to Creality Cloud, the 3D model can be uploaded to the database (Creality Cloud). So, slicing and printing can be done with only one click, which is very convenient. Moreover, If the user is looking for ways to connect with friends, the model can be shared for collaborative editing.

Blender, Maya, Rhino, 3DMax, Fusion 360, and other 3D design software are supported by CR-Scan Lizard, which is also compatible with both Windows 10 64bit and MacOS.

Summarizing everything mentioned above, it can be concluded that Creality has created an awesome device, which can be beneficial not only for ordinary users, but also for some small businesses and even for game development studios. The process of creating the highly detailed model for various purposes is simplified significantly, saving time and increasing productivity.

Resouces:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/creality-cr-scan-lizard-an-excellent-3d-scanner#/

https://www.youtube.com/c/Creality3D

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialCreality3d

https://twitter.com/Creality3dP

https://www.instagram.com/creality3d/

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21 March 2022
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VR is on a new level. Emerge Home allows a tactile experience.

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Nowadays, VR techs are actively developing and in the next article one of such cutting-edge technologies will be described. The Emerge Home system is a breakthrough, which allows you not only to immerse yourself in the world of virtual reality and metaverses but also to feel the inner virtual space with bare hands. It is not just a VR set that allows you to see the 3D objects in the virtual worlds or games, but also to interact with them, to sense their shape, and help the user to get as much VR experience as possible, transporting him or her into the virtual world with just a few clicks. 

The Emerge Home system is currently at the development stage, and its VR kit consists of two main tech components and a mobile application. 

How does everything work?

The first tech component that helps the user to enlarge his VR experience is a VR headset (Emerge Home Quest 2 app). 

The second component is the Emerge Wave-1 desktop device that conveys a physical experience with breakthrough technology. Sculpted ultrasonic waves on the surface of the system create a field in the air up to three feet above the device itself and allow users to interact with virtual objects. Moreover, the system itself is similar in size to a thirteen-inch laptop.  

For the final step, the user has to install a dedicated Emerge Home mobile app, which allows him or her to connect the devices, customize the avatar and set a Center environment. Moreover, this application is capable of sending messages, creating rooms, and inviting your friends before gathering in the metaverse.

Based on research conducted by the National Research Group, It can be concluded that more than half of potential customers (78% of respondents) claim that when communicating with people virtually, they lack the opportunity of physical contact, and this cutting-edge VR system can significantly improve the situation. 

However, there is a high risk that, in the nearest future, live communication, which is an important factor in human interactions, will be replaced by such kinds of technologies. 

Any breakthrough in science is valuable. Some people may find it useful, while others may see it as technology that brings more harm. However, Emerge’s expertise can help the science and progress of virtual reality, and not only facilitate human interaction but also lead to new innovations that follow.

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