Faro Technologies. has been granted a patent for a method that enhances the operation of a 3D measurement device. The method involves using a near-field communication (NFC) device to establish an authorized link, transfer commands, and transmit measurement data to a network of computers. GlobalData’s report on Faro Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Faro Technologies, Lidar-based object detection was a key innovation area identified from patents. Faro Technologies's grant share as of July 2024 was 52%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Nfc-enabled method for controlling a 3d measurement device
The patent US12072450B2 outlines a method and system for the start-up operation of a 3D measurement device, specifically designed for optically scanning and measuring environments. The process begins with positioning a first near-field communication (NFC) device near the 3D measurement device to establish an NFC link. This link facilitates the transmission of an identifier from the NFC device to the measurement device, which then verifies the authorization of the NFC device. Upon successful authorization, commands are sent to activate two distinct communication paths for the measurement device, allowing it to operate even when the NFC device is spatially removed. The system is designed to connect the 3D measurement device to a network of computers, enabling the transmission of measurement data to these computers.
Additionally, the patent details various functionalities that enhance the operation of the 3D measurement device. It includes provisions for determining the authorization status of the NFC device, with the ability to terminate the NFC link if unauthorized. The commands transmitted can also involve activating communication paths and determining the angular positions of the device's measuring components. The 3D measurement device, which may be a laser scanner, collects measurement data by emitting and receiving light beams reflected from objects in the environment. This data can be processed to generate point cloud data, create 2D images, and merge with other measurement data to produce colored scans. The system emphasizes a portable and mobile remote control unit, enhancing the versatility and functionality of the 3D measurement device in various applications.
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