Accuracy and Repeatability of Limb Scans Obtained on the Semi-Automatic Measuring Station

Designing individualized medical devices requires the collection of anthropometric data from the patient. This can be done by using the 3D scanning process. Despite many advantages, it has significant drawbacks, limiting the suitability of its use for many types of medical devices. This paper presents the design of measuring station that allows increasing the quality of the anthropometric data obtained in the scanning process of human limbs. The accuracy and repeatability of the data obtained on the station was presented and compared to reference scans. Moreover, owing to the automation of certain activities in the scanning process, operating the device requires the operator to have much lower competencies and workload.