The Artec Ray 3D Scanner is a lightweight mid to long range (LIDAR) portable device capable of capturing very large objects and areas quickly and with high precision. This 3D scanner will help you easily and accurately reverse engineer a variety of applications at the press of a button. How it works: Sync the Artec Studio software with a tablet, phone, or laptop. Then select the entire area or single object to scan. Depending on the object, the scanner will adjust the resolution and level of data being captured to minimize file size. Applications: The best applications for the Artec Ray 3D Scanner include architectural design, industrial design, and environmental engineering and design. Additional applications include art & design, science & education, and healthcare