Sculptures and models on demand

At the International Toy Fair, a manufacturer showed off a new system that they hope to take mainstream. It uses 3d laser scanning and a rapid prototyping machine to make 3d sculptures at low cost. The initial uses would be for kiosks in public spaces that allow you to have a sculpture of yourself, similar to photo booths. Most analysts expect home 3d prototyping machines to become available in the next few years that would allow users to create 3d models or download them to their computer then “print” them at home.

article and gallery at Wired.com