At SCANTECH, we’re pioneering the next phase of wireless innovation, leading the industry into a true wireless era.
With a focus on exceptional quality and an unparalleled user experience, our R&D team has successfully integrated a fully wireless concept into NimbleTrack, transforming the 3D scanning process.
In this article, we’ll take you behind the scenes, exploring the cutting-edge technologies and craftsmanship that power this groundbreaking wireless 3D scanning solution.
Enhancing User Experience with New Technology
SCANTECH recognized several challenges with existing 3D scanners, including tangled cables, limited mobility, inefficiency when scanning large parts, and poor performance in tough environments—whether it’s at height, outdoors, or in places without a power source. Additionally, the equipment was often bulky and hard to handle.
In response, SCANTECH developed the optical 3D scanning system NimbleTrack: a fully wireless, lightweight, and high-precision 3D scanner that enhances the user experience, boosts productivity, and sets new industry standards.
01 True Wireless Design
• Edge Computing
NimbleTrack incorporates advanced edge computing technology to enable on-board data processing and fast data transmission, providing a strong technical foundation for fully wireless measurements.
This innovation has been granted national patent certification (CN114627249B) as of October 2022.
• Built-in Battery
NimbleTrack takes a significant step forward by seamlessly integrating high-performance batteries into its compact design, eliminating the need for external power adapters.
This breakthrough enables fully wireless scanning, allowing users to operate the device without relying on a power source. The innovation has been officially recognized with patent certification (CN222321625U), granted in January 2025.
• Dual Power Supply
The optical tracker is equipped with a dual battery module and an advanced power management strategy, ensuring the device receives a continuous and reliable power supply without interruptions.
This innovative design has been officially recognized with patent certification (CN222027649U), granted in November 2024.
By innovating edge computing and battery power, our R&D team minimized reliance on external power, cables, and battery packs to create a fully wireless, high-speed 3D scanner.
Compact yet powerful, it delivers precise scanning anytime, anywhere—boosting efficiency and versatility.
Previous generation product of SCANTECH | Powered by an external battery
NimbleTrack’s fully wireless design provides exceptional flexibility and convenience, making it ideal for a range of tasks, from scanning outdoors, scanning at remote areas without power supply, or measuring large parts or tight spaces.
With multiple national patents, SCANTECH’s wireless measurement technology has been widely recognized for its innovation.
This breakthrough not only highlights the company’s strengths in design and R&D but also creates a strong competitive edge in the market.
02 Stable Structure with CFFIM Technology
• Carbon Fiber Frame Integrated Molding (CFFIM)
The NimbleTrack 3D scanner features a groundbreaking design with an integrated carbon fibre frame, eliminating the need for assembly or splicing.
This innovative approach enhances the stability and reliability of its high-precision measurements, ensuring consistently accurate results.
This technology has been officially recognized with the patent certification (CN222013042U), which was authorized in November 2024.
The innovation addresses a common issue found in mainstream 3D scanners, which often use carbon fibre and metal frames assembled from separate parts, with targets placed around them. This design often leads to lower structural stability.
To address this issue, the R&D team adopted CFFIM technology. During the moulding process, dozens of parts were embedded into the structure for connecting optical imaging components later.
This process eliminates the instability that can occur with traditional pipe splicing.
The challenge, however, was substantial, requiring advances in both molding and carbon fiber layering techniques. After extensive testing, optimization, and fine-tuning, the team successfully refined the design, making it ready for mass production.
A standout feature of the NimbleTrack 3D scanner is the integration of one of the target sets around the laser projection component, reducing the overall weight without compromising accuracy.
Additionally, the scanner includes a tripod to ensure stability when not in use.
This patent highlights the innovation in both the 3D scanner’s design and the layout of its optical imaging module.
Unlike other scanners that rely on assembled frames, NimbleTrack’s integrated frame simplifies assembly, boosts aesthetics, and improves stability, all while ensuring reliable, high-precision measurements.
03 Lightweight Design
• Compact Size
NimbleTrack stands out with its sleek, compact design, offering the perfect balance of portability and practicality for a user-friendly experience.
Its distinctive industrial look was officially recognized with the CN308982243S patent, granted in December 2024.
The patent protects key design elements, including the integrated frame, the uniform arrangement of target sets, and the strategic layout of its optical imaging components, all of which enhance both its appearance and functionality.
To make NimbleTrack more compact without sacrificing performance, our hardware team conducted extensive research and analysis.
They carefully selected the main chip and designed the core PCB, ensuring a lightweight structure that delivers reliable performance.
We revolutionized the device’s structure by embedding the laser emitter components into the target sets and integrating the battery into the handle.
These innovations reduced the scanner’s diameter to just 230mm and kept the weight at 1.3kg, making it both highly portable and stable.
Additionally, we optimized packaging, fitting the entire system into a single box, ensuring easy use and transportation.
• Metrology-grade Accuracy
NimbleTrack offers an impressive accuracy of up to 0.025mm, with a volumetric accuracy of 0.064mm within its tracking range, making it ideal for high-precision measurements across various applications.
Example of Laboratory Environment Test Results (Standard Value: 1000.0820)
To achieve this level of accuracy, the R&D team implemented advanced spatial optimization techniques and algorithms, combined with SCANTECH’s metrology-grade system architecture.
This ensures consistent spatial scaling and precision, even with a short tracker baseline, significantly enhancing scanning volumetric accuracy.
For tight spaces or obstructed angles, NimbleTrack’s 3D scanner can be used independently with an accuracy of up to 0.020 mm.
04 Tracker for Scanning
• Standalone Scanning Function of the Tracker
Our R&D team has introduced an innovative concept by transforming the NimbleTrack’s tracker into a standalone 3D scanner.
This was achieved by integrating a projection device directly onto the tracker, allowing it to independently perform scanning tasks.
This breakthrough technology has been granted three patents: CN222279677U (December 2023), CN218584004U (March 2023), and CN116136396B (August 2023).
This innovation has sparked extensive exploration into the standalone scanning capabilities of trackers, revolutionizing scanning versatility, efficiency, and accuracy.
Users can now achieve high-precision measurements easily in both large industrial sites and complex outdoor environments.
The innovative technology behind NimbleTrack has earned multiple patent certifications, reflecting SCANTECH’s leadership in wireless, high-precision, flexible, and stable measurement solutions.
This technology sets a new benchmark in the industry for wireless 3D measurement.
Conclusion
NimbleTrack has redefined smart, wireless 3D scanning, pioneering fully wireless scanning in the industry. As a leader in 3D digital visualization, SCANTECH remains committed to innovation and enhancing user experience.
Moving forward, we will continue to push technological boundaries and deliver even better 3D scanning solutions for our users.
