# Interactive Anatomy Scanners The Microsoft Kinect 3D Body Scanner is a Huge Gaming Development By Yanis Rudzitis | Published 2011-03-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-kinect-3d-body-scanner References: [slashgear](http://www.slashgear.com/kinect-hacked-into-3d-scanner-for-making-foam-busts-of-users-28136419) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/user/InterFabrication) In a world where DIY projects are more sci-fi than arts and crafts, this [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xar) Kinect 3D body scanner modification still manages to amaze me. It takes the pose of a person in front of the camera and turns it into a 3D puzzle piece, making for a peculiar way to pass the time that is nonetheless entertaining and totally original. This system is called Fabricate Yourself, and it can also be turned into a simple [3D scanner for using at home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/room-scanner). This Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner creates loads of new ways of using the interactive gadgets at home, and can surely be used for more serious matters. Personally, I would love to give the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner a try. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Body Scanning:** Companies can develop immersive virtual shopping experiences using 3D body scanning technology like the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner. - **Home 3D Scanning:** Consumer electronics companies can develop more affordable 3D scanning options for hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts following the success of the Fabricate Yourself Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner modification. - **Digital Avatar Creation:** The development of interactive devices like the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner can enable users to create accurate digital replicas of themselves, opening doors for use in gaming, fashion, and entertainment industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail:** Retailers can create personalized shopping experiences for customers using 3D body scanning technology like the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner to virtually try on clothes and accessories. - **Entertainment:** Gaming and film industries can use interactive devices like the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner to create more immersive experiences for users. - **Healthcare:** The medical industry can use 3D scanning technology similar to the Microsoft Kinect 3D body scanner to create more accurate models of patient's bodies for diagnosis and treatment plans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitme-3d-body-scanner.md) - [AI-Driven 3D Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-body-scanner1.md) - [3D Fitness Tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitycal.md) - [Wearable At-Home Body Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-home-body-scanner.md) - [Body Composition Analysis Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prism-labs-naked-lens.md) - [3D-Scanning Block Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-for-lego-3d-scanner.md) - [Display-Equipped 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-miraco.md) - [Revolutionary 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolutionary-3d-scanner.md) - [3D Body Scanning Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-body-scanning.md)