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FLIGHTS Launches New Options for SCAN HANDY Laser Scanner

FLIGHTS, a technology startup based in Shibuya, Tokyo, has recently announced the launch of three new options designed to significantly improve the usability and range of their handheld laser scanner, FLIGHTS SCAN HANDY. This update comes in response to customer feedback and aims to enhance safety and productivity at measurement sites while advancing digital transformation in the construction industry.

Background of Development

The construction sector, along with various other industries, has been rapidly employing three-dimensional data to increase operational efficiency and address labor shortages. The FLIGHTS SCAN HANDY has garnered attention for its ease of use in acquiring high-precision point cloud data, making advanced measurement techniques accessible to a wider audience.

Through direct communication with existing customers, FLIGHTS identified specific needs such as: the ability to measure areas above eye level, scanning in challenging environments safely and efficiently, and simplifying the complex initial setup required when utilizing RTK-SLAM technology. In response to these requests, the company diligently worked on developing new options to enhance the device's usability.

Overview of New Options

1. Two Accessories
These accessories are designed to assist in measuring in environments where handheld scanning is challenging, ensuring safe and high-precision data acquisition.
- HANDY Extension Pole: This option allows users to measure safely in areas above eye level, such as the tops of stockyards. It eliminates the safety risks previously associated with these measurements by allowing users to scan from the ground.
- HANDY Front Pack Kit: This kit secures the device to the user's chest, allowing their hands to be free. This is particularly beneficial in unstable terrains, such as forests or steep slopes, enabling operators to scan more reliably while ensuring their safety.

2. HANDY VRS Start Option
This optional service provides a SIM card pre-configured for high-precision positioning when using RTK-SLAM. Users benefit from avoiding the complexities of SIM selection and communication setup, allowing them to commence high-precision measurements immediately upon receiving the device. This considerably lowers the barrier for individuals lacking specialized knowledge to engage with high-precision measurement systems. Note that utilizing this service will require a separate contract with 'LiDAR Care for HANDY.'

Future Prospects

FLIGHTS aims to leverage these enhancements as a stepping stone for continued development of products and services that resonate with on-site needs. The company intends to go beyond merely providing hardware; it is committed to expanding solutions that enable customers to effectively harness data, thereby facilitating digital transformation and productivity improvements in the construction industry.

About FLIGHTS

FLIGHTS focuses on sophisticated measurement tasks within the construction sector, employing technologies like drones to enhance the efficiency of measurement operations and promote digitalization of measurement results. The team, composed of members with extensive experience in business development and research in major construction consulting and aerial measurement firms, is well-versed in the intricacies of existing operations, measurement methods, requirements pertaining to outputs, and relevant legal regulations. The company offers major services including the LiDAR system 'FLIGHTS SCAN' and software 'FLIGHTS CONTROL' for bridge inspections. For more information, visit FLIGHTS Official Website. For product inquiries, contact the LiDAR Division at [email protected].