Looking At 3D Technology

Lately I've been thinking about 3D.

Over the past few months I've been amazed at how many movies are being shown in 3D at movie theaters. Kids and adults alike are rushing to theaters to be entertained by some of the best digital technology available. The earliest 3D films were shown in the 1920s and later in the 1950s. They were highly promoted as a way to deliver an experience that viewers could not get at home. The movement faded quickly, but has seen a recent resurgence with digital technology and theater systems such as IMAX® 3D showing some of the newest and best animated films.
 
Hollywood has invested millions of dollars in 3D cinemas. It is suggested that around 80% of audiences who have watched 3D movies on the big screen now want to watch 3D at home. This has caused home theatre manufacturers such as Sony®, Panasonic®, Samsung® and others to launch 3D television sets. I thought HD was something revolutionary, but to have 3D in HD from my recliner — WOW!
 
3D technology is not limited to your movie experience. You can go into any of the big box home improvement stores today and use the in-store 3D computer kiosk to design a deck or landscaping. This is a fantastic way to visualize a project, or in my case dream. 3D printers are used for rapid prototyping actual products from digital input. Real and affordable models of new products can be built using this 3D printer technology. Online 3D video games are also on the rise. It's easy to see the technology is all around us and has a distinct appeal.
 
3D is not the only technology to come in bursts. Think about barcodes and barcode technology today. In the past decade barcoding has been utilized and presented by many as a technology in healthcare to prevent medication errors and improve patient safety. In the 1970s this technology was introduced in supermarkets but took years before becoming a viable option in healthcare. RFID is another example. The fundamental technology of RFID was first introduced in the 1940s to detect airplanes and tell whether they were friends for foes. The 1970s saw true use of RFID as it's known today, and in the past few years this technology has exploded for use in all types of applications such as transportation, billing, tracking, animal identification, clothing stores, asset tracking, and much more. RFID in healthcare has proved valuable for pedigree tracking, patient safety, telemetry, temperature monitoring, labor and delivery baby safe programs, and much more.
 
I guess I've been thinking about 3D because it’s a technology surrounding us daily. Not only in my personal life, but at work I see the amazing benefits of this technology. I’ve had a lot of exposure to the benefits of 3D drawings to help with remodeling and new build cabinetry and shelving projects.  At Health Care Logistics® we utilize 3D technology by offering FREE 3D design in our cabinetry division. We help customers visualize their project or workspace by providing 3D renderings of any cabinet or workstation.
 
As you head out to a movie this summer try out one in 3D. Funky glasses and all it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.