The classic braille no longer stays in step with modern technology, so digitization is crucial for the
successful inclusion of the blind and visually impaired in the digital age.
The contributon of this diploma thesis in this field is researching the possibilities of digitization of
braille using 3D scanning. The results obtained by scanning a braille sample with two different 3D
scanners are compared. Four braille samples printed with different printing techniques were used
for our researche. Namely with the technique of screen printing with expanding inks, blind printing
and UV inkjet printing on foil and cardboard.
Samples were captured with Sense 3D handheld scanner and static, professional David SLS 2
scanner with structured light. Specifications of the working environment for scanning and
preparation of braille samples are described to obtain optimal results.
The process of capturing samples and measuring the parameters of braille, which are by standard
used in Slovenia, is described. The results of measurements and comparisons showed that 3D
scanning is a suitable way to digitize braille. There was a slight deviation from the standard, which
should be taken into account when printing, reproducing or digital processing of braille.
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