Artec Jet: A New Level of Mobile LiDAR 3D Scanning
The Artec Jet is a high-precision, mobile SLAM-based LiDAR 3D scanner built for capturing large environments quickly, accurately, and safely. Designed for applications where traditional 3D scanning or stationary tripod scanning may be too slow or difficult to deploy, Artec Jet brings fast reality capture to facilities, construction sites, tunnels, infrastructure, mines, roadways, industrial plants, and other large-scale environments.
Unlike traditional static terrestrial laser scanners that require multiple tripod setups, Artec Jet allows users to scan while moving. The system uses SLAM technology, which stands for Simultaneous Localization and Mapping, to capture 3D data while continuously tracking its position in the environment. This makes it especially valuable for GPS-denied locations such as indoor facilities, underground mines, tunnels, industrial spaces, and enclosed structures. Artec lists Jet as a high-speed mobile LiDAR mapping system capable of capturing facilities, infrastructure, and sites in minutes rather than hours.
Built for Large-Scale Digital Twins
Artec Jet is ideal for creating digital twins of large environments. Whether documenting an industrial facility, scanning a building for renovation, capturing a mine tunnel, or mapping a roadway, Jet provides the speed and coverage needed for full-site data capture. Artec lists key applications including digital twins, as-built documentation, volumetric measurement, clash detection, inspection, Scan to BIM, facility management, progress monitoring, and site planning.
For companies that need accurate 3D data of large spaces, Jet can reduce field time and improve safety by allowing teams to capture data in fewer passes. Instead of measuring manually or setting up a tripod scanner in multiple positions, operators can walk, drive, fly, or mount the scanner depending on the job.
Seven Deployment Modes for Maximum Flexibility
One of the biggest advantages of Artec Jet is its versatility. The same scanner can be used in multiple ways depending on the environment and project requirements. Artec lists seven deployment modes: handheld, backpack, drone, vehicle, cage, telescopic pole, and robot.
This makes Jet a flexible solution for a wide range of industries:
Handheld scanning is ideal for buildings, rooms, confined spaces, industrial facilities, and quick site documentation.
Backpack scanning allows hands-free mapping for longer surveys or large walking routes.
Drone deployment helps capture dangerous, elevated, or hard-to-reach areas while keeping operators safely away from hazards.
Vehicle mounting is useful for roadways, tunnels, large facilities, and long linear assets.
Robotic integration allows the scanner to be mounted on platforms such as inspection robots for hazardous or restricted environments.
Telescopic pole deployment helps reach ceilings, voids, shafts, and tight areas where drone access may not be practical.
Protective cage deployment is designed for vertical shafts, voids, and enclosed areas where the scanner needs added protection.
GPS-Free Scanning for Difficult Environments
Artec Jet is designed to work in environments where GPS is not available. This is a major advantage for underground mining, indoor facilities, tunnels, public safety, defense, industrial plants, and infrastructure inspection. Artec states that Jet uses SLAM algorithms to deliver positioning without satellites, making it suitable for GPS-denied environments.
Because LiDAR is an active sensing technology, Artec Jet can also operate in zero-light or low-light environments. This is important for mines, tunnels, night operations, sealed buildings, and other locations where visible light is limited or unavailable.
Speed, Accuracy, and Coverage
Artec Jet is built for fast data capture. Artec lists a scan speed of up to 1.9 million points per second, a scanning range of 0.5–300 meters, and global accuracy of up to 5–10 mm, depending on the workflow and environment.
For mapping, the scanner provides ±15 mm accuracy in general environments and ±10 mm accuracy indoors or underground, with ±5 mm change detection capability. This makes it a strong fit for projects where users need accurate, repeatable 3D data for monitoring, documentation, inspection, and comparison over time.
Real-Time Feedback and On-Site Verification
One of the key workflow advantages of Artec Jet is the ability to preview point cloud data during capture. Artec states that Jet streams live point cloud previews to a companion app, helping operators verify coverage while still on site.
This is important because missed data can be expensive. If a team leaves a job site and later discovers gaps in the scan, they may need to return for additional capture. With real-time feedback, users can confirm coverage before leaving the site, helping reduce costly rework.
Optional Color Capture and Artec Twins Workflow
By default, Artec Jet captures accurate LiDAR point clouds with intensity data. For true-color RGB point clouds, Artec lists an optional action camera workflow that allows color imagery to be aligned with the point cloud in processing.
Artec Jet data is processed in Artec Twins, a platform built for large-scale 3D data. Artec describes the workflow as processing raw scans into accurate point clouds, georeferencing data with ground control points or RTK, merging multiple scans, visualizing 360° colorized data, and analyzing results for change detection, measurements, and scan-to-BIM workflows.
Where Artec Jet Fits in the Artec 3D Ecosystem
Artec Jet is designed for large environments, while other Artec scanners can be used to add detail at the part or component level. For example, Artec Leo can capture detailed geometry and texture on medium to large objects, while Artec Ray II can provide high-accuracy long-range stationary scans. Artec notes that Jet, Ray II, and Leo can work together as part of a complete pipeline for digitizing everything from full sites to individual components.
This makes Jet especially valuable for customers who need both site-level context and high-detail component capture. A facility, vehicle, machine, production line, building, or structure can be captured at scale with Jet, then more detailed areas can be supplemented with other Artec scanning systems.
Industries That Can Benefit from Artec Jet
Artec Jet is a strong solution for industries that need fast and accurate reality capture over large spaces. This includes:
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction: As-built documentation, progress monitoring, Scan to BIM, site planning, and renovation projects.
Mining: Underground tunnel mapping, stopes, shafts, headings, volume calculations, and hazardous area capture.
Civil Infrastructure: Bridges, tunnels, dams, roadways, utilities, and preventive maintenance documentation.
Oil and Gas: Refineries, pipelines, offshore platforms, flare stacks, and industrial asset inspection.
Defense and Security: GPS-denied mapping, tunnel documentation, tactical 3D data capture, and robotic or drone-based inspection.
Public Safety: Disaster scenes, collapsed structures, accident documentation, and unsafe environments where remote capture improves safety.
Industrial Plants: Facility documentation, equipment layout, maintenance planning, clash detection, and digital twin creation.
Why Buy Artec Jet from Rapid Scan 3D?
Rapid Scan 3D helps customers select, implement, and support professional 3D scanning technology for real-world applications. As an experienced Artec 3D reseller and 3D scanning solutions provider, Rapid Scan 3D can help determine whether Artec Jet is the right fit for your workflow, environment, accuracy requirements, and deliverable needs.
From demonstrations and training to software recommendations and workflow development, Rapid Scan 3D can support customers looking to capture everything from large facilities and infrastructure to individual parts, assemblies, and inspection data.
Contact Rapid Scan 3D to schedule a demo or discuss whether Artec Jet is the right solution for your application.
Website: www.rapidscan3d.com
Email: info@rapidscan3d.com
Phone: 562-912-3544
Artec Jet Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Scanner Type | Multi-modal SLAM LiDAR scanner |
| Recommended Object / Area Size | XL, XXL |
| Mapping Method | SLAM-based LiDAR mapping, ±0.03% drift |
| LiDAR Sensing Range | 0.5–300 m / 1.6–984 ft |
| LiDAR Accuracy | ±10 mm / 3/8 in |
| Mapping Accuracy — General | ±15 mm / 19/32 in |
| Mapping Accuracy — Indoor / Underground | ±10 mm / 3/8 in |
| Change Detection Capability | ±5 mm / 7/32 in |
| Field of View | 360° × 290° |
| Acquisition — Single Return | Up to 640,000 points/second |
| Acquisition — Triple Return | Up to 1,920,000 points/second |
| Max Travel Speed — Vehicle | 60 km/h / 37.3 mph |
| Max Travel Speed — Flight Above Ground | 5 m/s / 16.4 ft/s |
| Max Travel Speed — Flight Underground | 2 m/s / 6.6 ft/s |
| Start / Stop While Walking or Hovering | Yes |
| Laser Class | Class 1, eye safe |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 45°C / 14°F to 113°F |
| Weight | 1.57 kg / 3.46 lb |
| Power | 14–54 V, 64 W, battery or auxiliary |
| Onboard Storage | 512 GB, approximately 16 hours |
| Quick Release Mount | Yes |
| Deployment Modes | Handheld, backpack, drone, vehicle, cage, telescopic pole, robot |
| Point Cloud Formats | LAS, LAZ, PLY, E57 |
| Outputs | Full-resolution point cloud, decimated point cloud, trajectory file |
| Point Attributes | Intensity, range, time, return number, ring number, optional RGB / true color |
| Pilot Assist Flight Modes | Non-GPS flight, position hold, assisted flight, collision avoidance, regulated flight speed |
| Autonomous Flight Mode | Autonomous navigation to waypoints |
| Waypoint Types | 2D, 3D, planar, height |
| Navigation Modes | Guided exploration, local and global path planning |
| Collision Avoidance FOV | 360° × 360° |
| Collision Avoidance Range | 1.2–40 m / 3.9–131 ft |
| Minimum Obstacle Detection | ≥2 mm wire |
| Adjustable Safety Distance In-Flight | Yes |
| Return-to-Home Trigger | Low battery / excessive dust |
| Auxiliary Port | Proprietary connector |
| USB | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Internal antenna |
| Supported Drones | DJI M300, DJI M350, Freefly Astro Max |
| Autopilot Compatibility | DJI M300, DJI M350, Freefly Astro Max |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Specifications are based on Artec’s published Artec Jet technical specifications. (Artec 3D)