Application history of 3D scanning:
solving various tasks in real production facilities
solving various tasks in real production facilities
Reverse engineering, geometry control, non-contact measurements, creation of equipment for scientific experiments, virtual museums, product design and other applications of 3D scanners
3D scanning for the Kursk Battle Memorial in Ponyry
A 3D model of the sketched figure was used for aerodynamic tests and the design of the frame on which the sculptural composition rests.
On August 23, 2023, the grand opening of the monument dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Battle of Kursk took place. The monumental sculpture of a soldier is the first part of the memorial. The final construction of the memorial complex is scheduled to be completed by May 9, 2025.
The Battle of Kursk is considered one of the largest battles of the Second World War. Even after 80 years, search expeditions continue to find shell fragments, soldiers' personal belongings and spent shell casings at the site of the fighting. There were several significant battles in the Battle of Kursk. And if the Battle of Prokhorov was immortalized in textbooks and monuments, there was undeservedly less attention to the battle on the northern facade.
In 2021, the Russian Military Historical Society decided to restore historical justice and perpetuate the feat of the heroes of the northern facade. An international project competition was announced, which resulted in two finalists by a small margin.
The first work of the sculptor Evgeny Vuchetich, which was planned for construction back in the 60s, was never realized. The master’s latest project was decided to be implemented by his students.
The second finalist is the work of Andrei Korobtsov and Konstantin Fomin, famous for their sculpture of the Soviet Soldier at the Rzhevsky Memorial.
The authors decided to "perpetuate in stone" the first stage of the Battle of Kursk — the battles for Ponyri station. This station had a very important strategic position. To break through the front, the enemy launched 32 attacks with large infantry and tank forces supported by aircraft and hundreds of guns.
The sculpture of a soldier embodies the courage of Soviet soldiers. The monumental figure does not allow the encirclement to close, literally pushing the walls apart with his hands — the onslaught of the enemy.
The Battle of Kursk is considered one of the largest battles of the Second World War. Even after 80 years, search expeditions continue to find shell fragments, soldiers' personal belongings and spent shell casings at the site of the fighting. There were several significant battles in the Battle of Kursk. And if the Battle of Prokhorov was immortalized in textbooks and monuments, there was undeservedly less attention to the battle on the northern facade.
In 2021, the Russian Military Historical Society decided to restore historical justice and perpetuate the feat of the heroes of the northern facade. An international project competition was announced, which resulted in two finalists by a small margin.
The first work of the sculptor Evgeny Vuchetich, which was planned for construction back in the 60s, was never realized. The master’s latest project was decided to be implemented by his students.
The second finalist is the work of Andrei Korobtsov and Konstantin Fomin, famous for their sculpture of the Soviet Soldier at the Rzhevsky Memorial.
The authors decided to "perpetuate in stone" the first stage of the Battle of Kursk — the battles for Ponyri station. This station had a very important strategic position. To break through the front, the enemy launched 32 attacks with large infantry and tank forces supported by aircraft and hundreds of guns.
The sculpture of a soldier embodies the courage of Soviet soldiers. The monumental figure does not allow the encirclement to close, literally pushing the walls apart with his hands — the onslaught of the enemy.
As in the case of creating a sculpture of a Soviet soldier for the Rzhev Memorial, the authors used 3D technology. A sketch approved by the commission was scanned using a Calibry 3D scanner. The sculpture was scanned in exactly the same way as a 3D scan of a person: from top to bottom in a spiral.
The model was used for aerodynamic tests and the design of the frame on which the sculptural composition rests. The full-size sculpture was created in "soft material" parts, which were then cast in bronze, brought to the construction site and mounted directly on site.
More scans of the sculpture and photos from the workshop can be found in our Telegram channel.
3D scanner in this project
Handheld optical 3D scanner
Accuracy up to 0.1 mm
Resolution up to 0.6 mm
Scans textures
Accuracy up to 0.1 mm
Resolution up to 0.6 mm
Scans textures