FARO® Visual InspectTM and

Visual InspectTM AR Software

Inspection solutions for streamlining
manufacturing processes
FARO Visual Inspect Software is a powerful
mobile solution to control production processes.
It allows for intuitive viewing as well as the use
of complex 3D data of parts and assemblies
and additional information such as process and
workflow details on a mobile device. FARO Visual
Inspect AR (Augmented Reality) Software expands
the functionality of Visual Inspect and provides
innovative augmented reality to the base package.
The Visual Inspect CAD Interface allows operators
to convert 3D data into a highly compressed format
for optimal data management in Visual Inspect.
This powerful CAD converter is also the basis for the
incredibly fast loading of huge data sets. Operators
have an intuitive and mobile tool to support and
improve efficiency in their production processes.

Key Features: Visual Inspect

Intuitive touch functions Sectioning
y The user operates by using simple App gestures. y Comprehensive functions allow real time or step-by-
This simplifies the handling of zooming, translating step sectioning of parts and assemblies. Depending
and rotating the 3D data. Even complex multi-step on specific needs, users can choose different section
functions are quickly accessible via the context menu, views such as 2D or 3D and filled or unfilled.
which depends on the currently-selected 3D element.
QR scan
Measuring y The user can open the 3D data by scanning a QR code
y Based on intelligent measuring functions, the user placed on the corresponding part (or assembly). This
is able to interact with the 3D data to get additional facilitates and optimizes the workflow because it is not
useful details concerning the feature of interest. This necessary to know the name of the part. This allows
information helps the operator to manage tasks more a significant efficiency gain, especially in the case of
efficiently. Absolute and relative measurements of hundreds of parts, which have to be checked.
points, edges and surfaces as well as radii and angles
are available and easy to access. Embedded image editor
y Users can post-process documentation images
Documentation with sketch elements and texts for detailed issue
y The real time creation and addition of annotations such descriptions.
as texts and images in the 3D viewer allows the user to
mark errors or add advice for other users. Additionally Model media manager
the operator can define status (unchecked, checked y All media is managed inside the App for easy
and wrong) for special features. The annotations processing and secure data handling.
and the results of such inspections are collected
in protocols (xlsx format) and can be exported for
follow‑up processes.

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Key Features: Visual Inspect AR Version Comparison
Augmented reality with markers
Visual Visual
y With the tablet’s integrated camera, an overlay of the as- Capability Comparison
Inspect Inspect AR
built object with virtual 3D data, including all process and
workflow information, can be realized in real time. The Touch functionalities
precise match between the virtual and the real world is Measuring
guaranteed by a simple marker alignment system placed by
the user. The markers are then reliably and automatically Sectioning
identified from the App even in poor lighting conditions.
Documentation
Augmented reality without markers
QR scan
y Connect 3D points on a CAD model with 2D points in one
corresponding image to create a precise overlay without Embedded image editor
markers. This enables an efficient overlay process even
Model media manager
in difficult environmental conditions, e.g., when marker
placement is not possible because of space limitations or Augmented reality with markers
the assembly is very large.
Augmented reality without markers
Location and time independent overlay
Location and time independent overlay
y Operators can take pictures on-site and overlay CAD data and
pictures at a later time. Additionally, overlays are saved and can
be reproduced anytime and anywhere. Specifications
Visual Inspect and Visual Inspect AR
Benefits (Minimum requirements)
Mobility y Hardware: Visual Inspect Mobile Device
y Availability of complex 3D data and augmented reality y Software: Visual Inspect Mobile Application
in all working environments, independently from time
Interfaces
and location.
y Input: Encrypted proprietary format (mwpak)
Cost-effective alternative y Output: Encrypted proprietary format (mwpak)
y The use of the App on the mobile device and FARO software Raw data reports (this allows users to
provide a cost-effective alternative to other more expensive post-process collected data)
augmented reality solutions. Excel spreadsheets
Documentary images
Modular solution
Visual Inspect CAD Translator
y The usage possibilities can be customized to perfectly fit the (Minimum requirements)
specific customer needs: From simple viewing to complex y Hardware: Intel Core i5 Processor
augmented reality scenarios – everything is possible by 256 GB Hard Drive
choosing the appropriate package. OpenGL capable graphic card
4 GB RAM
Ease of use
y Software: Windows 7, 64 bit system
y Modern data handling concepts, touch functionalities
and context-related functions allow intuitive control of Data
the system. y Input: 3DXML, ACIS, native CATIA, IGES, Inventor,
JT 8.x and 9.x, NX, Parasolid, ProE / Creo, Solid
Applications Edge, SolidWorks, STEP, STL, VDA-FS, XCGM
y Output: mwpak
y Inspection of Parts, Dies and Molds
y CAD-to-Part Comparison Industries
y Component Alignment & Assembly
y Automotive
y Incoming Goods Inspection / Quality Assurance
y Aerospace
y Installation / Construction Space Testing
y Shipbuilding
y 3D Documentation and Inspection of Technical Building
Equipment y Manufacturing
y Virtual Part Validation y Mold, Tooling and Die
y Heavy Machinery
y White Goods

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