Scanning a partial section of a larger object

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This one? http://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-3d-ca...&ref=212&loc=1

It allows for partial scans of a larger object?

No, not that one. I've never tried one of those, and haven't heard much that's favorable from those who have. I'm referring to the Capture scanner from 3D Systems: http://computersculpture.com/scanning#capture3DScanner

It can capture detail that's quite fine, and comes with the software you need to integrate and repair your scan data.