CMSC 2012 - Call for Papers

Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference: The World's Premier Event for 3D Metrology Technology Professionals



CMSC is holding its 28th annual technical conference and exhibition in New Orleans in July 2012. This technical conference focusing on portable 3D coordinate measurement metrology, provides a professional venue where ideas, concepts and theory flow freely among participants from around the world. Unlike a typical trade show, the focus at CMSC is on education through various technical presentations and workshops. The educational atmosphere encourages attendees to network and learn about the latest innovations in the field of portable 3D industrial measurement technologies and is a great opportunity to share your expertise with your colleagues.

Having attended and participated in CMSC for many years, Michael Raphael, our president, is serving as the coordinator of the CMSC Technical Presentations and Workshops.

You can find the complete details of the call for papers on the CMSC website. In the meantime, if you have any questions, or potential topics for presentations, feel free to contact Michael Raphael at presentations@cmsc.org and see www.cmsc.org for much more.

SIGGRAPH 2011

Last month Direct Dimensions participated in The Studio at SIGGRAPH 2011. President Michael Raphael was a panelist for a round table discussion entitled: Scan, Model, Print.



The above image was compiled from The Studio where in one area participants were scanned and modeled by Direct Dimensions and then could print themselves with some help from the folks at MakerBot.

We look forward to next year!

Get a ShapeShot at SIGGRAPH 2011!

This year at SIGGRAPH the photo booth goes 3D!

Direct Dimensions Inc. will demonstrate the latest version of ShapeShot at SIGGRAPH 2011 in Vancouver. ShapeShot creates a 3D snapshot of your face. Users can share their face with friends via the online ShapeShot Gallery.



Along with the launch of new ShapeShot hardware, we've added an online store to the ShapeShot web site. Users in the ShapeShot gallery can purchase products including jewelry, a bust, and even an Easter Island head customized with their face. Users can access the store through their secure account at www.shapeshot.com.

If you are going to SIGGRAPH, make sure to stop by The Studio to see ShapeShot in action.

Direct Dimensions Invited to Participate in the Studio at SIGGRAPH 2011

This year Direct Dimensions is excited to be heavily involved in SIGGRAPH 2011 in Vancouver (August 7-11). We have been invited to participate in the "The Studio", a special, hands on area within SIGGRAPH where 3D industry experts and conference attendees use the latest technologies to create new works, experiment, and collaborate.

Direct Dimensions' President Michael Raphael will also be taking part in a round table entitled: Scan – Model – Print: A Roundtable Chat.

Learn more about the Studio here.

CMSC 2011 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to March 18th

Abstracts' deadline has been extended to March 18th for the 2011 Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC) in Phoenix, Arizona

The Coordinate Metrology Society, the preeminent membership association for measurement professionals, has announced their "Call for Papers" in anticipation of the 2011 Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC). The 27th annual event will be held in Phoenix, Arizona from July 25-29, 2011.

Metrology professionals are invited to submit a 500-word abstract for presentations and technical papers covering industry best practices, scientific research and developments, and successful applications of 3D coordinate measurement systems. The CMSC is the only North American conference dedicated solely to users of portable, high-precision measurement technology used to inspect manufactured and assembled components on the factory floor.

Abstract submissions will be peer-reviewed by the Coordinate Metrology Society and considered for presentation at CMSC 2011. The deadline for abstracts has been extended to March 18, 2011. To submit an abstract for CMSC 2011, e-mail Michael Raphael, Technical Presentations Coordinator at presentations@cmsc.org. Guidelines for presentations and technical papers can be downloaded at 2011 CMSC Guidelines.

Call for Papers - CMSC

The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS), the eminent membership association for measurement professionals, proudly announces the "Call for Papers" for their 2011 Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC).


The 27th annual event will be held in Phoenix, AZ from July 25-29, 2011. Metrology professionals from leading manufacturers and science laboratories are invited to submit abstracts for technical papers and presentations covering industry best practices, scientific research and developments, and successful applications of 3D coordinate measurement systems. Abstract submissions will be peer reviewed by the CMS Executive Committee and considered for presentation at CMSC 2011.

Click here for more information.

Rapid 2010 Video Overview

If you didn't get a chance to visit the Rapid 2010 show in Reno you can watch a quick video overview below.



Look for Direct Dimensions taking 3D ShapeShots around the one minute mark!

CMSC 2010

If you are at CMSC this week, make sure to stop by booth 107 and say hello!

Come See Direct Dimensions at Rapid 2010

Next week we'll be at the Rapid show and 3D Imaging Conference. Stop by booth 206 and say hello. While you are there make sure to get your very own ShapeShot taken!

If you are going to attend the conference portion of the event, don't miss our Director of Art Services, Harry Abramson, give his presentation "3D Imaging for Sculpture Conservation and Research" on the afternoon of the 18th. Harry will discuss some of our more fascinating case studies involving 3D imaging and rapid prototyping for the creation, restoration, replication, and in-depth study of fine sculpture.

See you there!

Calls for Speakers and Papers

Two requests to announce:


CMSC announces a call for papers:
The Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS) is sponsoring its twenty-sixth annual conference in Reno, Nevada July 12 -16. The conference brings together measurement system users, developers, manufacturers, and researchers to present and discuss innovative applications, research, and technology developments/techniques of common interest. The CMS Committee is soliciting original papers with this Call for Papers on a broad range of innovative metrology topics.

To read more, click here.



SME Aerospace Measurement, Inspection, and Analysis conference announces a call for speakers:
With a special focus on manufacturing at all levels of the aerospace industry, this event will bring together a blend of technology updates, process optimization ideas, and case studies of others facing similar challenges. The program will consist of two days that can be attended as one whole event or as two single day events.
We invite you to take an active role in this cutting-edge program by sharing your knowledge and experience with current, new and potential users of the technology.
Abstract deadline is May 12, 2010.

Click here for more information.

ShapeShot featured at GameTech 2010

Direct Dimensions' "ShapeShot" was featured by Orlando's Channel 13 news on March 29 at the GameTech 2010 military avatar conference.

Click for the news story and video showing the ShapeShot to avatar process.



For more information, also see www.shapeshot.com, or contact us directly.

Direct Dimensions’ 2010 3D Scanning and Modeling Conferences & Events

Each year Direct Dimensions sends personnel and equipment out into the world to spread the word about our great 3D capabilities at a wide variety of events. We attend many conferences, trade shows, and events over a diverse range of industries from art to medical and aerospace to entertainment. We perform demonstrations, give talks and presentations, and lead technical workshops to help people learn about our latest 3D imaging technologies and how they can use our services and products.

Here are some of the events where you will find us in 2010:

APMM Conference, March 26-28, Boston, MA: Leading a workshop on diverse 3D imaging technologies available to the model making industry at the Association of Professional Model Makers conference.

GameTech 2010 March 29-31, Orlando, FL: Direct Dimensions’ face scanning experts are in Orlando showcasing our ShapeShot concept for this conference that deals with utilizing gaming technologies for military training.

Rapidform SUCCESS Conference 2010, April 20-23, San Francisco, CA: Rapidform’s annual reseller and users meeting, combined with technical training sessions.

RAPID2010 and the 3D Imaging Conference, May 18-20, Anaheim, CA: One of the premiere shows within our industry, RAPID2010 brings the 3D scanning & imaging and additive manufacturing communities together to showcase the newest technologies. Come see us at booth 206!

The American Association of Museums Expo, May 24-27, Los Angeles: We’ll attend the show to meet museum professionals and discuss our depth and capabilities in the areas of digital art and sculpture.

Maryland Society of Surveyors Conference, June 11, St. Michael’s, MD: We’ll be sharing our experiences with BIM (Building Information Modeling) and heritage site scanning.

Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference (CMSC), July 12-16, Reno, NV: This conference provides a professional venue where ideas, concepts, and theory flow freely among participants. The educational atmosphere encourages attendees to network and learn about the latest innovations in the field of portable 3D industrial measurement technologies. Anyone in the metrology field should attend this conference! Direct Dimensions will be at booth 107 and Michael Raphael is a member of the 2010 CMSC Executive Committee.

SIGGRAPH 2010, July 25-29, Los Angeles, CA: This huge conference focuses on digital gaming, entertainment, and animation. Direct Dimensions will again showcase 3D & 4D face capture technologies from Dimensional Imaging.

Aerospace Measurement, Inspection, and Analysis, October 20-21, Orlando, FL: This is a new trade show around the 3rd technical conference from SME to showcase measurement technologies that support aerospace manufacturing. Michael Raphael is again a conference advisor.

International PolyWorks Users Meeting, Oct 26-28, Quebec City, Canada: Gathering of PolyWorks users and resellers, combined with technical presentations and demonstrations hosted by Innovmetric.

Check back often, we’ll be adding more opportunities to learn about 3D scanning!

CMSC Announces Call for Papers

CMSC announces a Call for Papers for their 2010 Conference.

Join the ranks of other metrology leaders as a CMSC presenter. Share your expertise with new and experienced users in Reno, Nevada, July 12-16. CMSC is looking for presentations and technical papers that explore technology, theory, and practice that advances coordinate metrology.

As always, Direct Dimensions will be involved in this conference and calling on our contacts to sign up to make presentations. Our company president, Michael Raphael, was elected to CMSC's Executive Committee at last years meeting in Louisville.

Now is the time to submit your abstracts, please see the conference website for more information.

For more details, visit the CMSC website.

TEDx MidAtlantic 2009

We had a wonderful experience at TEDx MidAtlantic, meeting and talking to new people, exchanging ideas with them, and of course, imaging them in 3D with our new face imaging concept.

All of the speakers were thought-provoking, but we really connected with the presentation by the first ever CTO for the Federal government - Aneesh Chopra. Mr. Chopra spoke primarily about utilizing technology to improve peoples lives, particularly through medical technology and innovation. He even briefly talked about facial prosthetics which is a topic that has always been very important to us at Direct Dimensions.



Also, if you had a ShapeShotTM 3D face image taken at the event, you will be receiving an email shortly with a link to your very own personal website with your 3D face.

It was really a special day. Thanks to Dave Troy and all the TEDx MidAtlantic volunteers for making it all happen.

Direct Dimensions' President Michael Raphael poses two attendees for their ShapeShot