Tangible object virtualization station

Abstract

A tangible object virtualization station including a base capable of stably resting on a surface and a head component unit connected to the base. The head component unit extends upwardly from the base. At an end of the head component opposite the base, the head component comprises a camera situated to capture a downward view of the surface proximate the base, a lighting array that directs light downward toward the surface proximate the base. The tangible object virtualization station further comprises a display interface included in the base. The display interface is configured to hold a display device in an upright position and connect the display device to the camera and the lighting array.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A tangible object virtualization station, comprising:
 a base capable of stably resting on a surface;   a head component unit connected to the base and extending upwardly from the base, the head component unit including a camera situated to capture a substantially downward view of an area of the surface, the area of the surface being proximate to the base and within a field of view of the camera; and   a display interface included in the base, the display interface configured to hold a display device in an upright position and connect the display device to the camera.