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Google’s Linear, Non-Destructive Book Scanner Prototype

Google TechTalks · Demo · 31 min · 2012 · YouTube title: Linear Book Scanner
Why it's here

HN cites it as the example of Google's open-sourced linear book scanner design when discussing book digitization.

What it covers

Google engineer Dany Qumsiyeh presents a prototype automatic, non-destructive book scanner that turns pages and captures high-resolution images, built in Google's workshops. The talk includes a live demo and a short technical overview.