Jim's works on IBModeler

Jim's outstanding work with IBModeler
	I've been looking for something like this for a long time. Nice to see someone has put things together like the rotating table and software. Very nice software and approach! -- Jim
Inputs on the image count
I have achieved my first really good rendering of a "quickie" clay head about 2 inches high. I have found out that a larger number of photos (like 50) are very important to get a nice rendering. It's not the low med or high selection. Taking the photo's as well as doing the script procedure really was fast even with 50 photos. The results were the same quality as "Batman". It's all really quite exciting. Nice work you've done.
On animating the models
I have animated the batman sample. I animated in Poser 7. The scanned wire frame figures can be animated in what's called the setup room in Poser 7. A tutorial for the same is available at Setup Room Tutorial. Note: the tutorial uses the OBJ format but 3ds seems to work too. Also checkout Anim8or. This one is a free all in one that is very good. Generally, if I'm working in a CAD program Like TurboCad , TurboCAD > Home I can export a 3DS format then take it to Anim8or or Unwrap3D and if needed export it out to an OBJ format, if needed.
On smoothening the models
I was looking for a way to handle the "Faceting" on the models produced from the IBModler. I have found a way. You may want to look at : Ultimate Unwrap 3D - UV mapping software. I used the Batman Sample to try it on and have attached a photo jpg showing a before and after of the Weld and Smooth tool in Unwrap3D under the tools tab. I used only these 2 tools then exported as an obj. I was pretty happy with the result. Hope this may be of some use to you.

Jim's rotating setup
Below is an image of small turntable that Jim built for capturing 3d shapes of some clay sculpts. The image also includes 3d shape of his face taken from his first round of testing using the setup discussed in the next section below.

The human face scanning setup
Jim has created an extensive setup dedicated to scanning faces. So if you are interested in making a 3D copy of your face, checkout the details of the Jim's setup (shown as a series of descriptive images), by clicking on the below images.

An advanced automated rotating stand setup
Jim is nearing completion on the first prototype of an fully automatic "studio" that operates with IBModeler. At this time the unit has not been tested. The "Studio" has the following features: Low voltage power system. (except lighting) Automatic Camera trigger mechanism with plenty of "muscle" (that can trigger most any camera and allows for storage time) Self indexing turntable that moves equal distances on each advance. Fluorescent lighting on articulating arms. (for adjusting the illumination pattern on the Backdrop) Adjustable position Camera mount. (accepts a standard tripod dovetail mounting) Ability vary the number of indexes in a session. (a simple hardware change) Self contained background holder. ( for dropout screens) Ball bearing turntable. 12-1/2" (max) x 36" (max) Footprint. Removable arms, mounts, camera holders and etc. for shipping. Light Weight Everything operates from 1 power strip.