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3D scene scanning technology

A 3D SCENE SCANNER AND POSITION AND ORIENTATION SYSTEM

Objective: IRL has completed development to a laboratory stage prototype able to be deployed in field situations. However, IRL seeks an investor to complete the project to market readiness and global marketing, distribution and sales through a technology transfer deal.

Technology Description: A 3D scene scanner which can be used for generating 3D photo-realistic representations or 3D computer models of static objects or environments over wide areas (1 to 40m) - both indoors and outdoors. Also relates to an associated position and orientation system.

Advantages / Unique selling proposition:

  • Speed: fast to deploy and scan, with less post-processing of data
  • Hand-held mobility
  • More complete scans: overcoming occlusions
  • Registered digital images
  • Optical 6DOF positioning
  • Photorealism.

Applications:

  • Computer gaming, videos, movies and education
  • Refitting and as-built scanning
  • Heritage and artifacts
  • Forensics and archiving
  • Others e.g. rapid scans for Armed Forces.

Project Development Status: Prototype built, operable both indoors and outdoors

IP Protection Strategy: US patent pending. Extensive know how developed

Organisation: Industrial Research Limited

Contact Person: Tim Balmer, Email: t.balmer@irl.cri.nz

Principle Investigator / Inventor Name: Dr Robert Valkenburg