FARO® Zone 3D 2021 Software Released for Optimal Forensic Scene Documentation

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FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO) announced the launch of FARO Zone 3D 2021, enhancing tools for crime, crash, fire, and security applications. This updated software improves the accuracy of forensic scene documentation with new features including blood stain analysis, bullet trajectory mapping, and a 3D roof builder. The 'Advanced' option allows users to register scan data into a 3D point cloud, offering functionalities like VR immersion for scene analysis. FARO Zone 3D 2021 will be showcased at the Public Safety & Forensics Tech Summit on December 9, promoting advancements in 3D data capture technology.

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• Launch of FARO Zone 3D 2021 enhances forensic documentation capabilities.
• Introduction of advanced features such as blood stain analysis and bullet trajectory mapping.
• Ability to create realistic 3D reconstructions enhances courtroom presentations.
• Advanced option includes VR scenarios for immersive evidence analysis.
• Showcasing at the Public Safety & Forensics Tech Summit increases product visibility.

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LAKE MARY, Fla., Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- FARO^® Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: FARO), a global leader for 3D Metrology, AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction), and Public Safety Analytics, today announced the release of its new FARO Zone 3D 2021 software for crime, crash, fire and security applications. The latest edition of FARO Zone represents a significant software advancement that empowers public safety professionals with even more tools to diagram, document, share and analyze forensic scenes, and create compelling 3D scene reconstructions that bolster courtroom cases whereby jurors can walk through a forensic scene with an exceptional level of realism.

For forensic investigators, FARO Zone 3D 2021 provides the ability to accurately reconstruct any scene with the most complete and accurate documentation available, including factual diagrams, detailed reconstruction analysis and photo-realistic visuals such as grass that grows, multiple light sources and enhanced textures for stone, brick, wood, metal and water. Additional new features include analysis of blood cast off stains, bullet trajectories through multiple surfaces, automatic import of popular crash Event Data Recorder (EDR) data, a 3D roof builder, more than 50 new human models, and a new vehicle models and specifications database.

For FARO^® Laser Scanner users, the new FARO Zone 3D 2021 "Advanced" option has all new tools to register scan data into a 3D point cloud and merge point clouds from multiple sources including drones. Once a scene is preserved as a point cloud, it can be used to digitally obtain accurate measurements, analyze the evidence, verify a witness perspective, animate crashes, and more. The Advanced option also creates custom virtual reality scenarios so users can 'enter' any scanned scene to take photos and measurements, pick up evidence, and swab for DNA samples, all while completely immersed in VR.

FARO Zone 3D 2021 also features Zone 2go, whereby professionals can create comprehensive presentations with multiple views of the scene, diagrams, reports, photographs, animations, and fly-throughs. The self-running viewer can be exported to a USB flash drive and, since no internet connection is required, it is ideal for jury observation and deliberation.

"For public safety professionals, measuring and documenting a scene is a critical aspect of the job and one that requires total accuracy," said Janice White, Director of Software Product Marketing at FARO. "We believe that FARO Zone 3D 2021 provides the most comprehensive scene documentation software on the market today, with even more stunning results and compelling visuals than previous versions."

"Crash reconstruction isn't about creating Hollywood theatrics; it's about finding truth through science," stated Carl Lakowicz, a crash reconstruction expert from Northpoint Collision Consultants who shows jurors the whole picture through the 3D visualizations he creates. "FARO Zone 3D is what I use to show the science of a crash." 

Among other products, FARO Zone 3D 2021 will debut at the inaugural Public Safety & Forensics Tech Summit, held tomorrow (December 9) starting at 11:00 am ET. This free 24-hour virtual event focuses on how investigators can utilize 3D data capture technology to gain public trust and more accurate scene documentation. The conference will bring together officials from around the globe to discuss the latest developments in 3D scanning technology and how new products are moving the industry toward more transparent, holistic data capture. To register or learn more, visit https://www.psftechsummit.com.

For more information about FARO visit: www.faro.com.     

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FAQ

What is FARO Zone 3D 2021?

FARO Zone 3D 2021 is the latest software by FARO Technologies designed for crime, crash, fire, and security applications, enhancing forensic documentation.

When was FARO Zone 3D 2021 released?

FARO Zone 3D 2021 was announced on December 8, 2020.

What are the new features of FARO Zone 3D 2021?

New features include blood cast off analysis, bullet trajectory mapping, a 3D roof builder, and an advanced VR option.

What event will showcase FARO Zone 3D 2021?

FARO Zone 3D 2021 will be showcased at the Public Safety & Forensics Tech Summit on December 9, 2020.

How does FARO Zone 3D 2021 benefit forensic professionals?

It provides comprehensive tools for accurate scene documentation, aiding in investigations and courtroom presentations with realistic visuals.