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  • 3DMakerpro Launches LiDAR-based Eagle Series Spatial 3D Scanners

    3DMakerpro Launches LiDAR-based Eagle Series Spatial 3D Scanners

    The Eagle 3D scanner is suitable for outdoor uses. Image: 3DMakerpro

    SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 12, 2025 – 3DMakerpro, has announced the launch of its new Eagle Series Spatial 3D Scanners. Equipped with cutting-edge LiDAR and imaging sensors, these devices are designed to capture spatial environment data for applications in reverse engineering, digital twinning, asset management, XR, precision mapping, and 3D printing.

    Features

    The Eagle Series is distinguished by its capability to scan areas with a range of up to 140 meters, maintaining precision within 2 cm at a distance of 10 m. The precision makes it an ideal tool for complex modeling projects where accuracy is crucial.

    Weighing only 1.5 kg, its lightweight design and built-in battery allow for up to one hour of continuous use.

    Enhanced Imaging Capabilities

    Eagle series 3D scanner. Image: 3DMakerpro

    The Eagle Series includes a Standard and a Max version. The Max version excels with four 48-megapixel cameras, enhancing scanning efficiency and producing vivid colors with up to 8K panoramic photos. With HDR mode built into the system, users can enjoy high-quality images, even during low lighting.

    Software Integration and Interface

    Data collected by Eagle 3D scanner. Image: 3DMakerpro

    The Eagle scanners are designed to work with RayStudio software, providing straightforward tools for both professionals and hobbyists. They allow users to process and export point clouds in formats like PLY, OBJ, and 3D gaussian splatting, among others.

    The interface is crafted to balance user-friendliness with advanced functionality, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for all users.

    Pricing and Availability

    Redefining spatial data capture capabilities at unmatched precision levels accessible both to professionals and enthusiasts alike, the eagle series is available for pre-order exclusively on the official website of 3DMakerpro (https://store.3dmakerpro.com/products/eagle):

    • Eagle Standard: Suggested retail price $3,499 – Limited pre-order price $1,799 (first 500 units).
    • Eagle Max: Suggested retail price $4,399 – Limited pre-order price $2,299 (first 500 units).

    The launch of 3DMakerpro’s Eagle series spatial 3D scanners represent a pivotal advancement in spatial scanning technology, democratizing access to professional-grade tools for both industry experts and passionate enthusiasts. By bridging the gap between professional and personal use, 3DMakerpro empowers creators in fields like XR environments and digital asset management to explore new dimensions of digital innovation.

    Source: 3DMakerpro

    About 3DMakerpro

    Established in 2015, 3DMakerpro is a brand under Shenzhen Jimuyida Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shenzhen, China. The company specializes in developing professional and consumer-grade 3D scanners, offering products like the Eagle Series Spatial 3D Scanners, which utilize LiDAR and imaging sensors for applications in reverse engineering, digital twinning, asset management, XR, precision mapping, and 3D printing. Serving industries such as manufacturing, design, education, and healthcare, 3DMakerpro has a dedicated team of over 100 R&D experts and has invested over $30 million in research and development, acquiring 88 patents and 78 software copyrights in the 3D field. As of 2023, 3DMakerpro serves a global customer base with more than 60% of users using their 3D scanners for 3D printing. The company has a strong online presence, boasting over 54,000 followers on its Facebook page.

  • Goeroptics Unveils Star G-E1, DLP 3D Printing Light Engine

    Goeroptics Unveils Star G-E1, DLP 3D Printing Light Engine

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Feb 7, 2025 – Goertek Optics Technology Co. (Goeroptics), a subsidiary of Goertek, has unveiled its latest full-color augmented reality (AR) waveguide module, Star G-E1, and its proprietary DLP (Digital Light Processing) 3D printing light engine at the SPIE (International Society for Optics and Photonics) AR | VR | MR 2025 and TCT Japan, highlighting the company’s advancements and expansions in the optics sector.

    The Star G-E1 module, featuring high-refractive-index materials and etching surface relief grating technology, delivers incomparable display performance. It boasts high uniformity, brightness, and low stray light, ensuring crystal-clear visuals even in bright environments. The innovation overcomes the limitations of traditional nanoimprint techniques in high-refractive-index material applications, offering a wider range of refractive index options and enhanced UV resistance. By optimizing the grating material and structure, the Star G-E1 achieves a peak brightness of 5,000 nits, with brightness uniformity exceeding 45% and color difference less than 0.02. The improvements represent a 50% and 100% enhancement over similar technical solutions. This reduces image color deviation and elevates color performance, resulting in vibrant, impurity-free images. Furthermore, the Star G-E1 features a sleek, single-layer optical waveguide that is 0.7 millimeters thick. It incorporates a micro-LED display solution, with the light engine volume of under 0.5 cubic centimeters. The compact design delivers optical display performance, paving the way for lightweight AR glasses that provide a delicate, realistic, and natural viewing experience.

    The 3D printing industry is growing, and the demand for precise printing is rising. As a result, optical modules in 3D printing machines must meet stricter performance standards. Accurate control of light fields is essential for 3D printing light engines. It helps minimize errors and enhances the quality of the printed products. At TCT Japan, Goeroptics introduced DLP-based 3D printing light engine that. Supporting high resolutions of 4K and 1080P, the module significantly improves printing accuracy. The 3W output power shortens the curing time for each layer of material, accelerating printing speed. The contrast ratio exceeds 1000:1, minimizing print residue. In addition, the light engine boasts 90% uniformity, ensuring that printed product details are sharp, and features are intact. Distortion control is maintained within 0.1%, ensuring that printed products maintain their correct shape and size. The light engine includes an all-glass lens and an all-metal structure. It also has robust thermal management that provides stability and durability during long use, extending the device’s lifespan.

    In addition to its 3D printing offerings, Goeroptics showcased its 3D scanning light engines and laser modules for precise 3D profiler measurements. The 3D scanning light engine leverages DLP technology to display various high-resolution structured light patterns, capturing intricate surface details and enhancing 3D model accuracy for a wide range of applications. The laser module, utilizing line laser technology, scans object surfaces to measure their 3D contours. With a Gaussian degree of over 90%, uniform scanning lines, it is suited for inspection tasks in the 3C electronics, lithium battery, and PCB segments. Since 2017, Goeroptics has been developing DLP projection light engines, providing end-to-end solutions from optical design to assembly. The company continues to expand its research and manufacturing capabilities in micro-nano optical components and laser modules.

    About Goertek

    Goertek Inc., founded in 2001 and headquartered in Weifang, Shandong Province, China, is a leading manufacturer of precision components and smart hardware for the consumer electronics industry. The company specializes in micro electro-acoustic components, optical components, and electronic accessories, serving sectors such as smartphones, wearables, AR and VR. Goertek’s product portfolio includes speakers, receivers, microphones, VR/AR headsets, smartwatches, and TWS (True Wireless Stereo) earphones. As of 2023, the company employs approximately 81,370 individuals globally. In the fiscal year 2023, Goertek reported revenues of approximately $13.9 billion.

    Source: Goertek Inc.