Artec Studio 18

Artec Studio 18

Artec Studio 18. The power is in the software.

Transform your 3D scanner with industry-acclaimed software for professional 3D scanning and data processing. Easy 3D scanning. High-precision results.

  • Automatic processing
  • Easy to learn
  • Powered by AI
  • Introducing multi-resolution fusion

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Product Overview

Efficient and Versatile 3D Scanning Workflow with Artec Studio 18

Artec Studio 18 streamlines your 3D scanning workflow with its automatic processing capabilities, thanks to Autopilot. This powerful software harnesses AI technology to ensure the high-resolution capture of challenging elements like hard-to-reach areas, sharp edges, and intricate details. Its user-friendly design makes it easy to learn, allowing you to focus on your tasks. With the introduction of multi-resolution fusion using Smart Fusion, you can seamlessly combine scans of varying resolutions, providing a comprehensive approach to 3D scanning, whether you’re working with long-range Ray II or handheld Leo scanners.

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Manufacturer Info

One Software, Multiple Workflows

Artec Studio 18 supports various scanning and processing workflows. You can capture physical objects with 3D scanners like Eva, Space Spider, or Micro and preview scanning results in real-time on your computer. Alternatively, you can upload data from Leo or Ray II scanners directly to Artec Studio for processing. The software offers both automated and manual processing modes, allowing you to choose between a range of processing algorithms to suit your needs.

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Essential Workflows: Scan-to-CAD, Inspection, and More

Artec Studio streamlines essential workflows, including converting scan data to CAD for reverse engineering or inspection. It provides tools for fast and precise measurements, mesh-to-CAD or mesh-to-mesh deviation analysis, and efficient reverse engineering operations. Additionally, the software allows you to create photorealistic 3D models by combining geometry data from your Artec scanner with texture data from external cameras. It is compatible with various 3D modeling and engineering software, offering seamless data export for further design and analysis.

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HD Mode and Mesh Processing

Artec Studio introduces HD Mode for high-quality 3D scanning, particularly for Leo and Eva scanners. This mode provides ultra-sharp, clean, and detail-rich scans. The software also simplifies scan-to-CAD processes with CAD-editing tools, high-speed alignment, and one-click scan-to-CAD conversion. Artec Studio enhances your inspection workflows, offering precise measurements, mesh-to-CAD alignment, and deviation analysis tools. Furthermore, it provides full-color 3D scan data and supports photogrammetry to create highly realistic 3D models with texture.

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From initial scan to final model, ensure each step is impeccable. Discover our 3D software range and elevate your design process.

Experience the power of Artec Studio 18 for yourself. Start a free trial today and discover how this industry-leading software can transform your 3D scanning and data processing workflows. Get started now!

Why Choose Artec Studio?

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Autopilot for Efficient Workflow

Artec Studio streamlines your scan-to-mesh process with Autopilot, an intelligent feature that selects the most effective 3D algorithms, making the workflow faster and more efficient.

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AI-Powered Scanning

Benefit from Artec Studio’s AI neural engine, which enables precise scanning of hard-to-reach areas, sharp edges, and small, intricate elements in high-resolution 3D.

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Multi-Resolution Fusion

Artec Studio Smart Fusion allows you to seamlessly combine scans of varying resolutions in a single step, providing flexibility and the ability to capture the finest details using different Artec scanners.

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Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Artec Studio 18
Version181716
Fast, powerful 3D processing
Multi-scanner pipeline:✔️
Multi-scanner Smart Fusion✔️
Multi-scanner Global Registration✔️
Fusion: speed10% faster and with 30% less RAM vs AS1610% faster and with 30% less RAM vs AS16
Fusion: exclude faulty frames✔️✔️
Global registration2X faster✔️✔️
Single-step mesh optimization✔️
Scan decimation✔️
Autopilot✔️✔️✔️
X-Ray Mode✔️✔️✔️
AI powered HD Mode
HD Mode for Leo and Eva4X faster✔️✔️
Point density and frame frequency selectionAutomatic or manualManualManual
Simple HD presets✔️
Multiple HD reconstructions with different settings✔️✔️✔️
Settings optimizer based on your GPU✔️✔️
Advanced CGI tools for the perfect color 3D model
AI color contrast enhancer for Leo✔️
Boosted texture quality✔️
Optimized color capturing mode for Leo✔️
Scene lighting optimization✔️
Auto glare removal✔️✔️✔️
Model-to-model texture transfer✔️✔️✔️
Photo-textureIncludes photo-viewing modeIncludes photo-viewing mode✔️
Texture healing brush✔️✔️✔️
Defeature brushImproved✔️✔️
Smart automation
Autopilot✔️✔️✔️
Auto-align✔️✔️✔️
Scan size optimizer✔️✔️✔️
Smart base removal✔️✔️✔️
Improved auto-processing mode✔️
Easy 3D scanning
Auto-brightness✔️✔️✔️
Automated sensitivity for scanning black, shiny and fine objects✔️✔️✔️
Create a 3D model from a combination of Artec 3D scanners✔️✔️✔️
Texture and geometry scanning✔️✔️✔️
Quality inspection
PtB certification of Artec Studio✔️
Mesh-to-CAD comparisonImport SAT, STEP, IGES, X_T filesImport STEP, IGES, X_T filesImport STEP, IGES, X_T files
Mesh-to-CAD alignmentAutomaticManualManual
Datum alignment✔️✔️
2D section analysis✔️
Automatic defect detection✔️
Deviation mappingAdvanced distance calculationBasic distance calculationBasic distance calculation
Thickness mapping✔️
Tolerance Check mode✔️
Enhanced target support✔️✔️
Target thickness compensation✔️
Surface distance maps: one-click annotations✔️✔️✔️
Surface distance maps: point-by-point deviation✔️✔️✔️
Measurements: linear, geodesic, sections, distance maps, volume, annotations. Export to CSV, DXF, XML✔️✔️✔️
Direct export to Control X✔️✔️✔️
Run Control X Inspection from Artec Studio✔️✔️✔️
Run Control X Batch Inspection from Artec Studio✔️✔️✔️
Scan-to-CAD for reverse engineering
Fit CAD primitives to 3D modelCylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torusCylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torusCylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus
Create free primitivesCylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus, boxCylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus, box
AutosurfacingImproved✔️
Freeform fitting✔️✔️✔️
Boolean operations✔️✔️
Geometrical constraints✔️✔️Basic
Precise positioning✔️✔️✔️
Export multiple open and closed contours directly to CAD✔️✔️✔️
Create draft angles✔️
Chamfer and fillet tools✔️
Instant deviation analysis✔️
Move and offset faces✔️
Surface thickening tools✔️
Direct export of fitted primitives and meshes to SOLIDWORKS✔️fitted primitives onlyfitted primitives only
Direct export to Design X✔️✔️✔️
UI and ergonomics
Home screen project manager✔️
Quick panel✔️
In-depth properties tabAdvancedBasicBasic
Manual frame picking✔️
Multiple object export✔️✔️✔️
Customizable workspace✔️✔️✔️
Cloud collaboration
Artec Studio to Artec Cloud Project Synchronization✔️
Artec Cloud integration✔️✔️✔️
One-click 3D model share✔️✔️
Import formats
Artec 3D format✔️✔️✔️
CAD formatsSAT, STEP, IGES, X_TSTEP, IGES, X_TSTEP, IGES, X_T
Export formats
MeshOBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, USD, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGBOBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGBOBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGB
Point cloud (Artec Ray & Ray II only)PTX, BTX, XYZPTX, BTX, XYZPTX, BTX, XYZ
Reference targetsOBCOBC
MeasurementsCSV, DXF, XMLCSV, DXF, XMLCSV, DXF, XML
CADSTEP, IGES, X_TSTEP, IGES, X_TSTEP, IGES, X_T

From initial scan to final model, ensure each step is impeccable. Discover our 3D software range and elevate your design process.

Experience the power of Artec Studio 18 for yourself. Start a free trial today and discover how this industry-leading software can transform your 3D scanning and data processing workflows. Get started now!

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Artec Studio 18 is a comprehensive software solution for processing and optimizing 3D scan data. It offers advanced tools for precisely editing, analyzing, and processing 3D data.

Artec Studio 18 supports the HD Mode, enabling users to create ultra-sharp and highly detailed 3D scans.

Artec Studio 18 integrates with all Artec 3D scanners and is also compatible with 3D scanners from other manufacturers.

Absolutely. Artec Studio 18 has powerful post-processing tools to refine, enhance, and prepare your 3D scans for various applications.

Artec offers a trial version of its software, allowing potential users to explore its features before committing to a purchase. We can get you set up in no time.

Additional information

Types

Inspection, Reverse Engineering
Industries

Aerospace, Archaeology & Heritage Preservation, Architecture, Education & Research, Engineering & Construction (AEC), Entertainment & Media, Forensics & Law Enforcement, Healthcare & Medical, Manufacturing & Design, Military & Defense, Transportation & Warehousing
Compatible 3D Scanners

Artec Eva, Artec Leo, Artec Micro, Artec Ray II, Artec Space Spider
Primary Applications

Design and Modeling, Metrology, Quality Control & Inspection, Rapid Prototyping, Reverse Engineering

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