Question 1

How to Capture with Photo Scan

Accepted Answer

To capture with Photo Scan, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select Photo Scan. You can choose to upload images or to take photos directly within the app. It's recommended to orbit around your object from at least three perspectives and take supporting detailed shots of the subject. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.

Question 2

When Capturing with Photo Scan, Does the Entire Object Need to be Framed in Each Photo?

Accepted Answer

No, you can take close-up photos of the object to get sharper details. Our algorithm will figure out the rest. It's recommended that you turn on 'Auto Object Masking' before uploading the photos. Turning on this feature will isolate the object from the rest of the background.

Question 3

How Long Does it Typically Take for KIRI Engine Servers to Process My Scan?

Accepted Answer

The time it takes to process your scan is dependent on the amount of data uploaded. More photos or longer videos will result in longer processing times, which can range from a few minutes for quick scans to 20-30 minutes for intensive projects.

When you upload your scan, your project will be added to our waiting queue. The queue time will depend on how many users around the world are using KIRI at that same time. During certain hours, the queue times may receive heavier traffic and consequently longer queue times. KIRI Engine Pro users have access to priority queues, which largely shortens the wait time before the projects starts being processed.

Question 4

The Model Surface of My Object with Black Areas Have Holes/Appear Incomplete

Accepted Answer

Dark surfaces have always been any 3D scanner's pet peeve, except perhaps for $20K (and above) laser 3D scanners. It is hard for a 3D scanner or photogrammetry algorithm to determine features on a dark surface; everything is basically a shadow for the algorithm.

If you need to 3D scan a dark-colored object, you can try using adhesive markers – they look a little bit like targets – or applying white chalk to the surface. You can get creative here; some users have even used sticky notes!

Question 5

What is Auto Object Masking?

Accepted Answer

The Auto Object Masking feature is an algorithm that detects the contours of an object, and aims to isolate the object from the background. As this feature serves to 'smartly identify' the key subject, it is crucial for this setting to be turned on when you've moved the object or used a turntable during the capture.

Question 6

How Can I Scan the Bottom of Objects?

Accepted Answer

If your object is rigid, then you can simply flip over the object and take more photos from different angles. Make sure to toggle on the 'Auto Object Masking' feature when using this technique, and try to have a clean background area to make the object stand out. Be sure to capture details leading up to the flip so the algorithm can effectively align the features.

Question 7

Is it Possible to Delete Certain Photos (e.g. A Blurry Picture) From a Project Before Uploading?

Accepted Answer

Yes! By popular demand, you can now preview all the photos you've taken on the mobile app and selectively delete the ones that don't add value (blurry or out-of-focus photos) to the project prior to processing.

Question 8

Can I Run the Algorithm Locally on My PC to Avoid Queue Times?

Accepted Answer

This isn't on our roadmap at the moment, as we see major limitations in using local photogrammetry software. Local photogrammetry processing requires high-end computing power and in-app optimizations, alongside with the limitation of constant bugfixes not being able to be addressed until new versions release.

Question 9

Can I Use a Drone to 3D Scan with KIRI Engine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may upload the drone imagery from your phone to the app, or from your computer web browser to KIRI Engine Web. We highly encourage drone scans as they allow you to capture larger structures and buildings with comprehensive perspectives.

Question 10

How to Capture with Featureless Object Scan

Accepted Answer

To capture with Featureless Object Scan, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select Featureless Object Scan. You can choose to upload photos or a video, or to capture them directly within the app. It's recommended to orbit around your object from at least three perspectives, with full coverage of the object within frame throughout the process. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.

Question 11

How to Capture with 3DGS

Accepted Answer

To capture a 3D Gaussian Splat, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select 3DGS. You can choose to upload photos or a video, or to capture them directly with the app. It's recommended to orbit around a subject from at least three perspectives for a dynamic output of a single subject. It's important to keep the camera steady and free of motion blurs. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.

Question 12

How to Use LiDAR Object Capture

Accepted Answer

To use the LiDAR Object Capture (available on LiDAR-equipped iOS devices), tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select LiDAR Scan, then select Object Capture. You will then be directed to your camera view. Use the on-screen cubic guide to frame the object and start capturing. Move around the object capturing from multiple angles and ensure enough coverage in reference to the point-cloud indicator. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.

Question 13

How to Use LiDAR Room Scan

Accepted Answer

To use the LiDAR Room Scan feature, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select LiDAR Scan, then select Room Scan. You will then enter the camera; after moving the camera from angle to angle and ensure the edge guidelines are connected to map out the shape of the room. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.

Question 14

How to Use LiDAR Scene Scan

Accepted Answer

To use the LiDAR Scene Scan feature, tap the plus icon at the bottom of the home page and select LiDAR Scan, then select Scene Scan. You will then enter the camera where you can then start scanning the scene by moving the device in a 360° motion around the given environment. Scan as many details in the environment in the scene to ensure maximum coverage. For more information, visit this page for a comprehensive overview of this capturing method.