With the rapid development of Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, the metaverse, digital twins, and cultural heritage preservation, there is currently a strong demand in the market for handheld LiDAR scanners.

  

Following the launch of handheld LiDAR scanners equipped with the Livox Mid-360 by companies such as Feima Robotics, XGRIDS, and GreenValley International, 3DMakerpro, a subsidiary of Shenzhen Jimuyida Technology Co., Ltd., has recently released its new Eagle LiDAR Scanner.

  

Eagle LiDAR Scanner

  

New 3D LiDAR Scanner:
Equipped with Mid-360 for Real-Time Data Acquisition

  

The Eagle LiDAR Scanner features an integrated design, equipped with one Mid-360 LiDAR sensor and four high-definition fisheye cameras. This configuration enables effective perception of complex spatial environments and allows for precise, comprehensive capture of spatial data and color information. It supports real-time color mapping to point clouds, meeting the 3D spatial data acquisition and modeling needs of various industries and scenarios.

  

Eagle LiDAR Scanner, Efficient Data Acquisition

  

One Mid-360 LiDAR Sensor: 360° × 59° ultra-wide field of view, up to 70m@80% reflectivity) detection range, average measurement error within 2cm, high scanning accuracy and speed, enabling real-time perception of complex environments.

  

Four High-Definition Fisheye Cameras: Comprehensively capture spatial data and color information, enabling real-time color mapping to point clouds.

  

Equipped with one Mid-360 and four high-definition fisheye cameras

  

Weighing only 1.5 kg including the battery, the Eagle LiDAR Scanner can be easily operated by a single person. In addition to handheld data collection, it can also be mounted on a backpack, bicycle, or motorcycle for flexible data acquisition.

  

Integrated design, mountable on bicycles

  

On the software side, the Eagle LiDAR Scanner comes with free data processing software, RayStudio, which enables users to process collected data and export various results such as 3D point clouds, 360° panoramic data, 3D Gaussian splashes, and 3D color polygon models.

  

In addition, the 3D data outputs from the Eagle LiDAR Scanner can be further edited using data collaboration software and uploaded to JimuMeta for presentation, meeting the cloud-based display needs of various industries and application scenarios.

     

Why is LiDAR Favored in the Surveying Industry?

  

In the field of real-world 3D data acquisition, traditional surveying instruments have significant limitations, mainly in three areas:

  

First, they are easily affected by environmental interference. GPS/RTK relies on the quality and quantity of satellite signals, and its positioning accuracy drops sharply—or even fails completely—in environments where signals are easily disrupted.

  

Second, their data acquisition capability is limited. Whether using total stations or GPS/RTK, these instruments essentially only capture single-point coordinates, resulting in limited data volume. This makes it difficult to meet the demands of large-scale data processing for modeling and restricts the in-depth application of survey results.

  

Finally, operational efficiency is low. Traditional surveying typically requires two operators, with a complicated setup process and slow data collection speed. In addition, poor signal conditions can lead to positioning failures or insufficient accuracy with GPS/RTK, causing interruptions or rework and further impacting overall efficiency.

     

Compared with traditional surveying instruments, 3D LiDAR scanning technology offers significant advantages:

  

On one hand, it can capture large-scale, high-density 3D point cloud data in a single operation, greatly improving data acquisition efficiency. The rich dataset also provides a solid foundation for advanced applications such as modeling and analysis.

  

On the other hand, this technology is highly versatile. Its active laser ranging principle enables dynamic texture capture in deep-field scenarios without the need for frequent setup or station changes.

  

LiDAR Data Acquisition

  

Why the Mid-360 LiDAR Stands Out

  

Among the many LiDAR products on the market, the Livox Mid-360 stands out for its outstanding performance, compact and portable design, and exceptional cost-effectiveness.

  

1. Outstanding Performance: Captures Both the Big Picture and Fine Details

  

The Mid-360 not only features a high point frequency of 200 kHz and a distance random error of ≤2 cm (@10 m), enabling precise reproduction of object details and the generation of high-accuracy 3D models for reliable and efficient results, but also offers an ultra-wide field of view of 360° × 59° and a long detection range of 70m@80% reflectivity. This allows for comprehensive, large-area scanning, significantly improving data completeness and operational efficiency, and easily meeting the demands of various large-scale scenarios.

  

Ultra-wide Field of View

  

2. Compact and Portable

  

With a total size of just 65 × 65 × 60 mm and a weight as low as 265 g, the device remains lightweight even when integrated with other sensors, making it easy for field personnel to carry and operate for extended periods.

  

3. Exceptional Cost-Effectiveness

  

The official price of the Mid-360 is only $979. (The official price may vary due to tariffs and other factors. Please refer to the actual purchase price for the final cost.)

  

Lightweight and Portable Mid-360

  

Whether for detailed reconstruction or large-scale mapping, the Livox Mid-360 LiDAR delivers efficient and stable performance to meet diverse needs, making it an ideal tool for surveying, engineering inspection, digital twin applications, and more. As the demand for 3D digitization continues to grow, Livox will drive the industry forward with smarter and more efficient solutions.

  

Livox Technology Company Limited (Livox) is an independent company founded through DJI's internal incubation program and dedicated to the development of 3D lidar technology.

 

Livox was founded in 2016 with the resolve to break through technological barriers in the lidar industry and reduce the threshold for mass production by producing high-quality, reliable, and cost-efficient lidar sensors that can be applied in a wide range of fields, including the automotive industry, smart cities, surveying and mapping, and mobile robots.

 

Over the past few years, Livox has applied for 587 patents for its unique sensor designs and rotating mirror hybrid solid-state lidar technology. Since the Mid product series was rolled out in January 2019, Livox has served more than 1500 customers, from 26 countries and regions, including the United States, Canada, China, Japan, and the European Union.