Market Overview:
The global Structured 3D Light Scanner market is expected to grow at a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for 3D scanning technology across various industries such as automotive, healthcare, aerospace and defense, architecture and construction, energy and power, and others. Additionally, the growing adoption of 3D printing technology is also contributing to the growth of this market.

Product Definition:
Structured 3D Light Scanner is a device that is used to capture the shape of an object by projecting a series of light patterns onto it and then measuring the reflected light. This information can be used to create a 3D model of the object. The importance of Structured 3D Light Scanner is that it can be used to create accurate 3D models without having to use expensive and time-consuming traditional methods such as laser scanning or photogrammetry.
Short:
Short is a 3D structured light scanner. It creates an image by scanning the object and capturing the data of different angles at once. The data is then processed to generate a digital model of the scanned object which can be used for printing, reverse engineering or designing purposes.
The technology has been around for quite some time but only recently has it started gaining traction in various application areas such as medical, automotive & aerospace etc.
Medium:
The medium is a transparent material that is used to transmit light. It can be glass, plastic or a combination of both. The 3D structured light scanner uses multiple laser beams to create an image of the object under observation and then measures the intensity of the reflected beam. The optical properties such as index of refraction, composition and thickness are taken into consideration while choosing a particular medium for 3D structured light scanning application.
Application Insights:
The application segment is segregated into nine sub-segments, namely automobile, healthcare, aerospace and defense, architecture and construction energy and power. The architectural sector is anticipated to emerge as the fastest growing application segment over the forecast period owing to increasing demand for 3D scanning solutions in order to capture accurate measurements of interior spaces including height, width & length of walls.
The automotive sector was one of the prominent sectors that adopted structured light scanners for vehicle inspection. Several companies such as Google have been working on developing a self-driving car system by incorporating laser scanners into vehicles for 3D scanning environment around them. This information can be used by computers in order to make better decisions regarding driving patterns or avoiding obstacles more easily during autonomous navigation mode. Such technological advancements are expected fuel market growth over the coming years.
Regional Analysis:
Europe dominated the global market in 2017 owing to the presence of major players and well-established industrial sector. The region is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period due to increasing adoption of 3D structured light scanning technology by various end-use industries, such as aerospace and defense, automotive, healthcare, architecture and construction. Moreover, rising R&D activities for developing advanced technologies are also contributing toward regional growth.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness significant growth over the forecast period owing to increasing investments in infrastructure development across emerging economies including China and India. Growing demand for consumer electronics products along with advancements in camera sensors has led manufacturers including Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Sony Corporation; LG Electronics Inc.; Fujifilm Holdings Corporation; Panasonic Corporation; Nikon Corp.; among others adopt structured light scanning technology for product designing purposes.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for 3D printing technology
- Rising awareness about the benefits of 3D printing technology
- Growing number of applications for 3D printing technology
- Advances in 3D printing technology
- Increasing investments in research and development
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Research Report
By Type
Short, Medium, Long
By Application
Automobile, Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Architecture and Construction, Energy and Power, Others
By Companies
Hexagon AB, FARO Technologies, Inc., Nikon Metrology Inc.(Nikon), GOM Metrology, Creaform, Inc.(AMETEK, Inc.), Trimble Inc., Topcon Corporation, Perceptron, Inc., Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH, RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbH, D Digital Corporation, ShapeGrabber, Inc., Kreon Technology, Basic Software Inc., Maptek Pty Ltd
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
199
Number of Tables & Figures
140
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Report Segments:
The global Structured 3D Light Scanner market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Short, Medium, Long
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Automobile, Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Architecture and Construction, Energy and Power, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Hexagon AB
- FARO Technologies, Inc.
- Nikon Metrology Inc.(Nikon)
- GOM Metrology
- Creaform, Inc.(AMETEK, Inc.)
- Trimble Inc.
- Topcon Corporation
- Perceptron, Inc.
- Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH
- RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbH
- D Digital Corporation
- ShapeGrabber, Inc.
- Kreon Technology
- Basic Software Inc.
- Maptek Pty Ltd

Highlights of The Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Short
- Medium
- Long
- By Application:
- Automobile
- Healthcare
- Aerospace and Defense
- Architecture and Construction
- Energy and Power
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Structured 3D Light Scanner Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
A structured 3D light scanner is a machine that can scan objects in three dimensions. It uses a series of lasers to create an image of the object being scanned.
Some of the major companies in the structured 3d light scanner market are Hexagon AB, FARO Technologies, Inc., Nikon Metrology Inc.(Nikon), GOM Metrology, Creaform, Inc.(AMETEK, Inc.), Trimble Inc., Topcon Corporation, Perceptron, Inc., Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH, RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbH, D Digital Corporation, ShapeGrabber, Inc., Kreon Technology, Basic Software Inc., Maptek Pty Ltd.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Structured 3D Light Scanner Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Short
5.2.2 Medium
5.2.3 Long
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Automobile
6.2.2 Healthcare
6.2.3 Aerospace and Defense
6.2.4 Architecture and Construction
6.2.5 Energy and Power
6.2.6 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Short
9.6.2 Medium
9.6.3 Long
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Automobile
9.10.2 Healthcare
9.10.3 Aerospace and Defense
9.10.4 Architecture and Construction
9.10.5 Energy and Power
9.10.6 Others
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Short
10.6.2 Medium
10.6.3 Long
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Automobile
10.10.2 Healthcare
10.10.3 Aerospace and Defense
10.10.4 Architecture and Construction
10.10.5 Energy and Power
10.10.6 Others
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Short
11.6.2 Medium
11.6.3 Long
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Automobile
11.10.2 Healthcare
11.10.3 Aerospace and Defense
11.10.4 Architecture and Construction
11.10.5 Energy and Power
11.10.6 Others
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Short
12.6.2 Medium
12.6.3 Long
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Automobile
12.10.2 Healthcare
12.10.3 Aerospace and Defense
12.10.4 Architecture and Construction
12.10.5 Energy and Power
12.10.6 Others
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Short
13.6.2 Medium
13.6.3 Long
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Automobile
13.10.2 Healthcare
13.10.3 Aerospace and Defense
13.10.4 Architecture and Construction
13.10.5 Energy and Power
13.10.6 Others
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Structured 3D Light Scanner Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Structured 3D Light Scanner Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Hexagon AB
14.3.2 FARO Technologies, Inc.
14.3.3 Nikon Metrology Inc.(Nikon)
14.3.4 GOM Metrology
14.3.5 Creaform, Inc.(AMETEK, Inc.)
14.3.6 Trimble Inc.
14.3.7 Topcon Corporation
14.3.8 Perceptron, Inc.
14.3.9 Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH
14.3.10 RIEGL Laser Measurement Systems GmbH
14.3.11 D Digital Corporation
14.3.12 ShapeGrabber, Inc.
14.3.13 Kreon Technology
14.3.14 Basic Software Inc.
14.3.15 Maptek Pty Ltd










