MS-96 and bridge surveillance, the perfect combo

Point cloud of a bridge in Thailand captured by the Viametris MS-96.

MS-96 and bridge surveillance, the perfect combo Road, rail, pedestrian or special, there are hundreds of thousands across the world connecting countries, cities and continents. For tourists (Tower Bridge in London), historical (Pont-Neuf in Paris), architectural splendors (Helix Bridge in Singapore), or icons of a city (Golden Gate in San Francisco), these marvels of civil […]

Scan me if you can!

AI-generated image of an action movie character operating a Viametris MS-96 laser scanner, showcasing its futuristic applications.

Scan me if you can! “Blade Scanner” tells the story of Detective John Doe, who is in pursuit of a notorious criminal hiding in the sprawling tunnels of a large futuristic city. John and his team must navigate this complex and dangerous maze, while mapping their progress with their MS-96 to avoid getting lost. This […]

Data confidentiality

Padlock in front of a futuristic background.

Cloud vs local data processing, which method should you prefer? Cyberattacks against companies and institutions, targeting sensitive data such as medical, banking or commercial information, are constantly increasing. Can the mobile mapping industry be affected? The crucial question of the confidentiality of processed scan data is becoming more than relevant, especially when it comes from […]

10 things to know before purchasing a dynamic laser scanner

Point cloud of an office with stairs captured with the Viametris MS-96.

10 things to know before purchasing a mobile laser scanner The acquisition of a mobile laser scanner is a consideration that arises today among many professionals working in the fields of architecture, BIM, cartography, construction or 3D modeling. From the announced precision to the different levels of expertise and the choices between mono-LiDAR and multi-LiDAR […]

Improving transport accessibility with mobile scanning technology

Point cloud visualization of stairs in a metro station captured using the MS-96, highlighting the architectural details and layout.

Improving transport accessibility with mobile scanning technology The organization of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris has raised difficulties in accessing Parisian transport for people with reduced mobility. In the French capital, only 13 metro stations, except those on line 14, are accessible to people with reduced mobility. And at the global level, […]

AND WHAT IF 3D SCANNING JOINED THE EVENT WORLD?​

Point cloud of the hall of a fair captured by the Viametris MS-96.

And what if 3D scanning joined the event world? We took the opportunity of our presence during the last edition of Printemps Numérique in Brussels to scan Tour & Taxis, the superb historic building in the Belgian capital that hosted the event organized by Paradigm Brussels. Tour & Taxis, a fine example of the rehabilitation […]

Mayday mayday mayday! My GNSS antenna is out!

Point cloud of a road featuring vegetation captured using the Viametris MS-96, highlighting the integration of natural elements.

When talking about 3D scanners, a GNSS antenna is used to enable precise geolocation of the device during the scanning process. This feature is particularly important in mapping applications where geographic accuracy of data is essential. But what to do when we lose the signal?

The scan-to-BIM revolution

Point cloud of a multi-story building seen in X-ray mode and captured by a Viametris MS-96.

In the world of architecture and 3D modeling, a major transformation is taking place with the advent of Scan-to-BIM. This innovative technology, which combines the power of 3D scanners and BIM (Building Information Modeling) methodology, is revolutionizing the way projects are designed, visualized and managed. At the heart of this revolution, the Viametris MS-96 3D scanner is positioned as an essential ally for BIM modelers.