What’s up ladies and gentlemen! This is Ash, Video producer of Revopoint.
So recently I got a Trackit prototype.
I tried several scans with it, since the hardware and software are still in early stages, it’s definitely not perfect, but I’m already blown away. I’d like to share some raw result of me doing video production with you guys, as following:
This Engine block, took me about 30,000 frames to finish, did multi-stational(leapfrogging) scan, fused in 0.5mm resolution, and meshed in a rather fair quality of 7(grid size 0.49mm).
I also tried some small items, detail is pretty good.
Now I must say all these stuff wasn’t very easy to scan with other types of scanners without optical tracking. The feeling of not worrying a bit about feature or marker alignment grants me total freedom in the scanning process, that really zones me out.
Alright none of those in the previous content is final, it’s just my personal share with you.
I wish they would make a kit to upgrade the regular MetroX (including a frame with markers and a position tracking device). I bought the MetroX and I think I’ll have to sell it and buy TrackIt - the ability to scan without markers on or near an object is priceless
@OBN_RacerMan not really as easy as you think , the tracker is pre programmed with a global marker , any minimal changes in the cage will affect the results, very precise , even a slightly higher temperatures will affect it.
On top you have 30 lines, you know how fast it scan? No comparison.
I would not sell MetroX because it has the best Full Field and Auto mode of them all.
Trackit is just a great companion for MetroX but not really a replacement for me.
Scanning without markers is very cool , but you can’t move the object or the tracker using no marker mode. No turntable either. So each mode have its pros and cons.
also, sometimes I’d use MetroX for better portability such as awkward angles or compacted spaces, as if you notice the Trackit scanner got a robust frame that might be bigger than you think to fit in some scenarios. @OBN_RacerMan
I understand that the expansion kit will not provide the same capabilities as the full-fledged TrackIt. I meant that it could be a “mid-level” equipment that preserves the functionality of the “original” MetroX with the addition of markerless scanning, if necessary.
P.S. I currently have four 3D scanners (a high-precision stationary SLS, which I use for high-quality scanning of objects from small jewelry and coins to small car parts), a Ferret (mainly for scanning faces), as well as MetroX and Miraco Plus - they cover all the dimensions of objects I need - each of them has its own “niche” of application. For this reason, I am thinking about replacing MetroX with TrackIt - since it mainly handles large objects.
Hi @OBN_RacerMan I am not against this idea at all, I just don’t see it happen.
I see many reasons why it will not works. Because if that was so , there would be a Trackit system for MetroX to begin with.
The same reason why Trackit scanner have only 2 laser modes without Full Field and Auto Turntable mode.
The calibration process of Trackit is also complex and take space and time , having scanner that is not connected permanently to the cage will require constantly calibration each time it is removed for other tasks / modes. Too much fuss to deal with.
I have Trackit , I can’t imagine calibrate it constantly , but it’s laser modes are so much better than MetroX in comparison. I don’t think I want to use MetroX laser modes again unless the situation requires it in combination with Trackit as it is a great companion.
Don’t think Trackit is only for big scans, it can capture smaller objects better than MetroX laser modes.
And even if you go for big scans it will require to scan it in smaller sections because each section will require many thousands of frames to be captured and it will take time to scan and process. It will capture areas faster because of 30 lines but the rest of the process is still the same.
I suggest you wait for more info regarding the scanning process with Tracki to get the whole idea of it and hopefully Ash will post soon uncut real time scanning and processing to give the realtime sense of the whole process.
Nothing really to compare , even if you use marker mode with Trackit the process is also 50% faster in capture time.
Scanning without markers is great as you can really scan anything without worry about features or markers , as long you keep the scanner in the track field , scanning is a breeze..
As you mentioned there is almost no preparation time after the system is setup and ready .
Can Trackit be used in a small room? It’s great that it can be used to scan small objects, but does the fact that you need some amount of distance between the tracker and the scanner make it impractical for use in confined areas? I’ve only seen the 4m spec for maximum distance between the scanner and the tracker but I haven’t seen any information about how close the scanner can be to the tracker and still function well.
It can be very close to the scanner , but maximum distance is 4 meter. You need at least 3 meters space and a table to calibrate it as the calibration require the scanner and the tracker to be at 3 meter distance while calibration.
Can you use it at your desk ? Yes as long the tracker field is not disturbed by your arms or body, so better on the side , top or in front of your scanning area .
The new software will have also ability to setup the scanning distance between the scanner and the tracker before scanning . ( Not talking about the range between the object and the scanner )
I still have no idea how the TrackIt works, even after asking Support (who know NOTHING about TrackIt). How do you set it up? What is the purpose of the tripod? What is the purpose of the other dingus? How do you track the scan? With a phone? With a laptop? Do you have to avoid getting your body between the tripod and the dingus? Do you have to move the tripod to scan the back side of the object? How can a product be this close to release and there is basically NO solid information about it?!? I have owned 4 different RevoPoint products, but this is the most mysterious to me.
Best I can tell the handheld scanner is wired to the tripod mounted scanner, which is then connected to the computer. The purpose of the tripod scanner is only to track the position and angle of the handheld scanner. I’m not sure if the tripod unit has a motorized base to follow the handheld scanner or not to give a wider area for scanning, but it looks like it might. The handheld scanner is only what is gathering scan data from the object you are scanning. Because the handheld scanner is being tracked in 3D space by the tripod unit you do not need additional markers on the object being scanned for tracking. You do, however, need to maintain a clear line of sight between the tripod unit and the handheld unit. To scan large items like a car it will require that you reposition the tripod unit.
The trackit Bar is a scanner for the scanner.
It will track the scanner position in 3d space. This is why no markers are needed on the item itself. The Bar is basically using the Scanner as global marker tracking mode.
The Trackit scanner itself is what scans the item. This works much like any other scanner.
Tripod is used to mount the Trackit Bar.
For Desktop/Laptop only. I cant see this being a mobile phone device.
Yes you would have to avoid blocking line of sight from the Trackit Bar and the Trackit Scanner.
There is a good youtube video from the event that explains something and shows some hands on.
Jon, this scanner is not released yet on Kickstarter so not direct info will be released by the support.
It is still only a prototype and not even a beta until at least May 16.
Don’t expect all informations to be shared until Kickstarter official release because lots of things going to change anyway.
Nothing is yet written in the stone regarding specifications.
The release is after the Kickstarter ends so lots of time to be adjusted and still to be produced as public version.
