How accurate is LiDAR to capture the production line?

Precision must be fit for purpose

For the whole service without a defined task, we do not state one universal value. Before implementation, let us harmonise what dimensions are important, what deviations are acceptable and how we will check critical points. An overview of the layout of the line is not the same as the preparation of the corresponding machinework.

We do not present individual scanner performance data as automatic guarantees for each project. An assessment of the actual coverage is necessary. We also propose that important fixing and loading dimensions be checked, if necessary, by an appropriate additional procedure.

What to mark

• The dimensions on which the design decision is based.
• Areas not well accessible or visible.
• Glass and highly reflective surfaces.
• Places where measurement is to be separated from model simplification.

Autodesk also describes filtering data due to reflective surfaces when processing scans. [1] This is one reason why we do not judge quality just by the appearance or number of points. Send requests before order, not only after the work has been done.

[1] Autodesk: Set up and configuration a new ReCap project. https://www.autodesk.com/learn/ondemand/curated/recap-pro-quick-start-guide/vJvQLbUBsxPqC1v9giZNK