Glossar
Infrared fan-beam scanner (scanning laser scanner)
An infrared fan-beam scanner (scanning laser scanner) is an optical measurement system for the noncontact detection of contours, distances, and object positions. It uses a fan-shaped laser beam to reliably detect objects and determine their position or dimensions.
Infrared fan-beam scanners are used in conveyor and warehouse technology as well as in automated measurement systems. They detect objects with high speed and precision and support applications such as dimensional measurement, presence detection, and collision avoidance. Thanks to their robust design and fast data acquisition, they are particularly well-suited for continuous use in demanding industrial and logistics environments.
Practical example:
On a conveyor line, an infrared fan scanner detects the contours of incoming packages and transmits the measurement data to the DWS system so that the shipments can be automatically measured.
See also: 3D sensors, Conveyor technology, Dimension measurement, Distance sensor, DWS, Laser scanner, Object detection, Sensor technology