MCC Makes Virtual Corn Dog at Missouri State Fair

"Don't worry, her eyes will heal quickly. She's young!," said Hassan Zarabi when he was questioned about the safety of taking a 3D laser-scan of a young fairgoer's face.

Metropolitan Community College employees Dan Ascheman, Hassan Zarabi and Alex Grigsby visited the Missouri State Fair on Saturday, Aug. 14 for Science Fair in the Street. Colleges from across the state packed into a large tent over the weekend to show off some of the latest science and engineering technology.

"Sure there are more practical uses, but it seems appropriate to scan a corn dog. We are at the state fair!" said Hassan.

The 3D scanner is part of the Engineering Technology programs at MCC-Business & Technology Campus. The scanner is used as a tool to teach reverse engineering. For more information about Engineering Technology click here.

Science Fair in the Street was organized by MCCA and SCOPE - Science and Citizens Organized for Purpose and Exploration.