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The article focuses on the project for fabricate artificial finger prostheses with lifelike accuracy for partial amputees. The active-function artificial finger prostheses devices are body-powered, light-weight, and allow users to regain complete control of the flexion and extension movements of an artificial finger. In order to create custom prosthetics more cost effectively for a larger market, the three-dimensional system (3D) digital computer-aided-design (CAD) model files are needed.

The article presents information on the 3-D laser scanning project of Blowmold Supply in Jackson, Minnesota. The company builds molds and machine components to blow mold bottles. It also makes the equipment to make plastic containers and sells tooling to manufacture beverage bottles, bottle tops and pop tops. The challenge of making a new gallon jug is discussed. The 3-D laser scanning system was developed by GKS Inspection Services.