Cross-collection specimen comparison
Digitize bones with enough detail to compare specimens side by side even when fossils are held in different museums across the world.
Abound 3D for Paleontology
3D scanning for paleontology
Abound helps paleontology teams capture high-fidelity fossil models for global specimen comparison, precise morphology studies, and accessible research archives without relying on expensive legacy hardware.
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Use cases
High-throughput morphology workflows
Expand morphological studies beyond small sample sizes by capturing more specimens with handheld scanners during collections visits and fieldwork.
Photogrammetry and LiDAR field mapping
Map field sites and in situ context in 3D using photogrammetry and LiDAR, while keeping GPS points for site indexing and reporting.
Surface plus CT-informed analysis
Pair fast surface scans with targeted CT or micro-CT studies so teams can reserve costly internal imaging for the most critical specimens.
Outcomes
More specimens per study
Higher-precision character measurements
Shareable high-resolution 3D archives
Lower digitization cost barriers for smaller labs
Stronger remote collaboration across institutions
