scannáil

Scannáil is a term that generally refers to the process of scanning, often in the context of digitizing physical documents or objects. This can involve using a scanner to convert a printed page into a digital image file, or it could refer to more advanced scanning technologies like 3D scanning. The output of a scan is typically a digital representation that can be stored, shared, or further processed.

In everyday use, scannáil is commonly associated with office equipment where paper documents are placed on a flatbed or fed through a document feeder to create electronic copies. These digital files can then be emailed, saved to a computer, or uploaded to cloud storage. The resolution and file format of the scan can be adjusted depending on the intended use.

Beyond document scanning, the term scannáil can also encompass medical imaging techniques such as CT scans (computed tomography) or MRI scans (magnetic resonance imaging), which create detailed internal images of the body. In manufacturing and design, 3D scannáil is used to capture the geometry of physical objects, allowing for digital replication or modification. The underlying principle in all these applications is the conversion of physical data into a digital format through a scanning process.