Canova - A Free, Open-Source Software for 3D Scanning and Printing

Canova is a free, open-source software for 3D scanning and printing. It allows users to create 3D models from real-world objects using a variety of techniques, including photogrammetry, structure from motion (SfM), and multi-view stereo (MVS).

Canova provides a comprehensive set of tools for 3D scanning and processing, including:

1. Point cloud processing: Canova can import and process point clouds generated by 3D scanners, allowing users to clean, filter, and modify the data as needed.
2. Mesh generation: Canova can create mesh models from point clouds, using techniques such as Delaunay triangulation or Marching Squares.
3. Texture mapping: Canova can apply textures to mesh models, allowing users to add realistic surface details to their 3D prints.
4. 3D printing: Canova provides integration with popular 3D printers, allowing users to print their creations directly from the software.
5. Real-time collaboration: Canova supports real-time collaboration, allowing multiple users to work together on a project and see each other's changes in real time.
6. Scripting: Canova is highly customizable, with a scripting interface that allows users to automate tasks and create custom workflows.

Canova is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to artists, designers, and hobbyists, as well as professionals in fields such as architecture, engineering, and science. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.