Artec 3D
AS19 using AI photogrammetry.
Artec 3D has released the latest edition of its all-in-one software solution, the Artec Studio 19 (AS19). Designed to be used in 3D scanning, processing, reverse engineering, and quality inspection applications, the updated software boasts wider scanner integration, enhanced software performance, and AI photogrammetry capabilities.
“Artec Studio 19 represents the next step in the evolution of our industry-leading software,” said Art Yukhin, President and CEO of Artec 3D. “With AI Photogrammetry and extensive new 3D modelling, reverse engineering, and quality inspection tools, AS19 empowers professionals and opens the door for anyone to explore the limitless possibilities of 3D technology.”
About Artec Studio 19
AS19 combines 3D scanning, processing, editing, reverse engineering, and quality inspection features into a singular platform. The software solution allows users to complete up to 80% of tasks with one software platform, making it more cost-effective compared to similar product types. Additionally, the solution is compatible with all of Artec 3D’s scanners including the LiDAR, laser, and structured light as well as the new Artec Point laser scanner.
The new launch provides faster processing, improved editing and analysis, and enhanced integration of new image data types, compared to its predecessor. With the new algorithms, fusing mesh data is 2.5x faster and simplifying at 10x the pace, to speed up users’ workflows. AS19's global registration, fusion, optimisation, and texturing process is 2x faster compared to its predecessor.
3D scan editing and analysis is also improved with auto-surfacing which allows scan data to be converted to solid CAD surfaces with fewer patches and improvements in result quality. Faster Boolean Tools for uniting, subtracting, and intersecting meshes, or Fill Gaps with Offset Copies can be deployed to help users make edits at pace.
New features on the AS19:
- AI photogrammetry: Creates 3D models, using AI, directly from photos and videos.
- Metrology scanner support: With the updated solution, Artec Studio is compatible with the Artec Point laser scanner, providing the user with precise measurements for metrology-grade tasks.
- Ray II ‘Street View’ mode: Allows the user to explore large point clouds in 3D, compare scan data against photographs, and provide comprehensive scene capture.
- USDZ file type support: The USDZ format displays detailed assets like AR and CGI models.
- HDR & 16-bit texturing: Scanners like the Artec Ray II, Leo, Eva, and Spider II can capture high-contrast HDR textures and realistic 16-bit data.
- More intuitive UI: Larger project thumbnails are updated in real-time, with a cleaner layout, improving usability and ease of use.
AS19’s new features help to minimise manual work, reduce the time it takes to complete projects, improves accuracy levels and ease of use.
Artec 3D
AS19 working with a featureless surface.
Introducing AI photogrammetry in AS19
The new feature allows the user to create lifelike 3D models from videos and photographs that have been captured by any camera-equipped device. The solution recreates shiny, transparent, complex, and featureless surfaces that are traditionally difficult with high levels of accuracy.
“AI Photogrammetry’s integration into Artec Studio 19 changes everything,” continued Yukhin. “Now, anyone with a camera, even those with a smartphone, can create professional, lifelike 3D models with ease.”
The new feature utilises two advanced algorithms that work to reconstruct objects and scenes from 2D images. Users simply need to follow the three-step workflow of capture, align, and create. Utilising the AS19 solution, users can create 3D printing models, with museums able to archive anywhere and e-commerce businesses able to digitise products without specialised hardware. Additionally, areas once unreachable for 3D scanners can now be captured aerially from above, below the seas, or at a micro-level.
“Artec Studio 19 bridges the gap between professional-grade performance and recreational accessibility,” continued Yukhin. “For professionals working in fields like reverse engineering, manufacturing, and CGI, it’s not just an invaluable workflow tool, it offers a reliable interim solution when 3D scanners are unavailable. At the same time, hobbyists can also use smartphones to create high-quality 3D models on the go.”
If you are attending Formnext (19-22 November) in Frankfurt, Germany, you can see the Artec Studio 19 up close in Hall 12.1, Booth G21.