FARO Focus 3D S120 Laser Scanner
Imagine having a magical camera that can capture not just pictures, but the exact shape and size of everything around you! That's what the FARO Focus 3D S120 Laser Scanner does. It's like a super-smart device that uses laser beams to create perfect 3D copies of buildings, rooms, and objects. Think of it as taking thousands of measurements in just seconds, but instead of using a measuring tape, it uses special light beams!
How Does This Amazing Scanner Work?
The FARO Focus 3D S120 works like a lighthouse, but instead of guiding ships, it sends out invisible laser beams that bounce off everything around it. When these beams come back to the scanner, it measures how long they took to return and uses this information to create a perfect 3D picture. It's similar to how bats use sound to "see" where they're going, but our scanner uses light instead!
Cool Features That Make It Special
Super-Fast Scanning Powers
Imagine counting to 976,000 - that would take forever! But this scanner can measure that many points in just one second! It's like having a thousand helpers all measuring different spots at the same time. This means it can scan an entire room faster than you can finish your breakfast!
Amazing Range
The scanner can measure things that are up to 120 meters away. That's longer than a football field! This means it can scan really big buildings or spaces without needing to move around too much. It's like having super-vision that can see and measure things really far away.
Built-in Camera
Just like your family's digital camera, the FARO Focus 3D S120 has its own camera built right in. This means it doesn't just measure shapes and sizes - it can also capture colors and textures. So when you look at the 3D model later, everything looks just like it does in real life!
GPS Knowing Where It Is
Just like how your parents' phone knows where it is using GPS, this scanner has its own GPS system. This helps it remember exactly where it was when it took each scan, which is super important when scanning big areas or buildings.
Easy-to-Use Touch Screen
You don't need to be a scientist to use this scanner. It has a touch screen just like your tablet or smartphone, making it easy to control and operate. Even though it's a very sophisticated piece of equipment, anyone can learn to use it with proper training!
Where Is This Scanner Used?
Making Perfect Building Plans
Architects and builders use this scanner to create exact 3D models of buildings. Instead of measuring everything by hand, which could take days or weeks, they can scan an entire building in just a few hours! This helps them make sure their plans are perfect before they start building or fixing things.
Preserving History
Museums and historians use the scanner to create perfect 3D copies of important historical buildings and artifacts. This way, if anything happens to the original, we'll always have an exact digital copy to refer to. It's like making a backup of your homework, but for entire buildings and precious objects!
Solving Mysteries
Police officers and investigators use this scanner to capture every detail of important places. It's like taking a perfect 3D photograph that they can look at later to find clues they might have missed. They can even use these scans to figure out exactly what happened in certain situations!
Making Factories Better
Factory managers use the scanner to check if everything in their factory is in the right place and working correctly. They can compare the scanner's measurements with their original plans to make sure everything is perfect. It's like having a super-accurate way to spot any differences or problems!
Why Is This Scanner So Special?
Super Accurate
The FARO Focus 3D S120 is incredibly precise - it can measure things with accuracy smaller than a grain of sand! This means when it creates a 3D model of something, that model is almost exactly like the real thing.
Saves Time and Money
Instead of having people measure everything by hand (which takes a long time and might have mistakes), this scanner can do it all quickly and accurately. This saves lots of time and helps prevent costly errors.
Makes Complex Jobs Simple
Some jobs, like measuring the inside of a complicated building or checking if factory equipment is in the right place, used to be really difficult and time-consuming. This scanner makes these jobs much easier and faster!
Taking Care of the Scanner
Just like any valuable tool, the FARO Focus 3D S120 needs to be treated carefully. It needs to be kept clean, protected from dust and water, and stored safely when not in use. It's like taking care of an expensive computer or gaming console - if you treat it well, it will work perfectly for a long time!
Conclusion
The FARO Focus 3D S120 Laser Scanner is like a superhero of the measurement world. It can do things that would be almost impossible to do by hand, and it does them quickly and accurately. Whether it's helping to preserve historical buildings, design new structures, or solve mysteries, this amazing device shows us how technology can make our world better and more interesting.
From helping architects design better buildings to helping historians preserve our past, this scanner is an incredible example of how modern technology can make our lives easier and more exciting. It's tools like these that help us build a better future while keeping track of our past!
Come With
- 1x Faro Focus-3D S120, with Compass, Altimeter (Barometer), Dual-Axis Compensator and WLAN
- 1x Power Supply, 2x PowerBlock Batteries and 1x Charging Cradle
- 1x Laser Protection Goggles
- 2x 32GB SD card, 1x SD Card Reader and 1x SD Card Cover
- 1x FARO Scene w/ Hard Lock Dongle
- 1x Rugged Transport Case
- GITZO Carbon Fibre Tripod with Carry Bag
- 1x case with 6 reference spheres
- 1x Tribrach Adapter