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FARO Introduces Focus3D Laser Scanner

Company says it's the smallest and lightest 3D laser ever built.

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By DE Editors  

October 7, 2010

By DE Editors

FARO Introduces Focus3D Laser Scanner

FARO Technologies, Inc. has introduced the FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D.

Focus3D is designed for detailed measurement and documentation with touch screen control. It is four times lighter and five times smaller than its predecessor.

Focus3D uses laser technology to produce three-dimensional images. The resulting image is an assembly of millions of 3D measurement points in color, which provides a digital reproduction of existing conditions.

The company says the Focus3D has millimeter accuracy and 976,000 measurement points/second. It is entirely self-contained, meaning no additional devices, cables or laptop are needed. Its dimensions are 9.5x8x4 in. and it weighs 11 lbs., the Focus3D.

Focus3D deploys an integrated color camera with automatic and parallax-free color overlay. Its integrated lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of battery life and, according to the company, and can be charged during operation. All scans are stored on a SD card.

For more information, visit FARO.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.

 
 

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