Introducing the QBOID M2 Perceptor, the world’s first handheld 3D computer vision scanner providing instant dimension and shape estimates.
Integrated advanced 3D color sensors and computer vision algorithms on an Android smartphone platform for cost effective automation of dimension and shape estimation tasks.
As easy to use as any barcode scanner, the M2 does all the hard work of digitally estimating dimensions and analyzing shape of your inventory items and shipments.
Press Yellow button either side of M2 to instantly with aid of built in light and laser pointer
Place item in middle of real-time preview window. Press the DIM buttonfor instant cube dimensions and shape analysis
Item Dim, Barcode, Shape, Raw and Background Subtracted Image are saved to local flash or sent in real-time via WiFi to networked server (JSON)
Our computer vision approach lends itself to more intelligent and complete perception of the dimensionality and shape of more types of items than is possible with traditional system.
Collecting high quality 3D and 2D data for each item as part of your workflow will build a data warehouse for future machine learning automation functions.
All packed into a handheld Android device that can run your other Android logistics applications!
Powerful computer vision platform dimensioning, all in a handheld mobile smartphone form factor, optionally connected by onboard WiFi to your enterprise IT systems.
3D sensors provide native three dimensional structure of objects to computer vision algorithms resulting in intelligent perception not possible with conventional approaches.
Rich image information generated with each scan: (a) image of scene with bounding box projected on item, (b) image of item with scene background subtracted.
Four buttons on the UI main page with any number of text states allow your operators to tag each item with your desired text. Customizable by you in the Settings menu.
All automated dimension analysis is generated in 1/10th of a second on the M2 by our highly optimized ARM algorithm methodology. No need for cloud processing.
M2 continually checks internal sensor temperature and applies constant calibration in real-time to provide consistent performance.
QBOID’s M2 combines a powerful computer vision hardware sensor platform and fast computer vision software stack to a friendly and intelligent User Interface where the software helps the operator quickly perform the job of dimension and shape estimation acquisition, as well as other directly related item metadata.
Using real-time augmented reality streaming, the M2 highlights the item to be dimensioned and the streaming data quality, hinting at the scan outcome BEFORE the scan is even performed.
When the operator is satisfied with the Real-time Assistant display, the operator selects the Scan function and all data is streamed in, filtered, analyzed and the dimension, shape and 3D color point cloud produced in about 100 milliseconds.
Units of dimension, rounding options, soft button text state options, barcode symbology, WiFi real time data syncing, power saving options and more all are able to configured to meet specific needs.
Android operating system can run most Android smartphone applications. Note Google Play Service are not installed on the M2.
Human readable CSV file output is updated in real-time on the M2, and can be sync’d in real-time over WiFi, or stored onboard in sdcard memory for batch transfer over USB-C at end of shift.
| Parameter | Specification | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Max Object Size | Longest dimension < 40″ | Real-time Assistant will show if the entire object can be scanned |
| Min Object Size | Smallest dimension > 0.5″ | Some features > 0.25” can be scanned if the item is smaller and the M2 is closer to the item |
| Error to Ground Truth | < 0.5″ for cuboidal < 1.0″ for irregulars |
Scan from top down for best results |
| Min distance M2 to item | Keep M2 > 18” from all surfaces of item | Better results occur with M2 closer rather than farther |
| Battery Life | 8 hours | Assuming Real-time assistant is in use 10% of the 8 hours |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 5-35C° |
A variety of accessories are planned for the M2, including:
Q: Will the M2 work properly outdoors?
A: The dimensioning features will not function in direct or strong indirect sunlight, as the IR wavelength of sunlight will interfere with the M2 3D sensor light projector
Q: Is the M2 dimensioning capability certified legal for trade?
A: We plan to submit the M2 for NTEP certification later in 2022.
Q: How will the M2 product capture physical weight?
A: The M2 of course can capture dimensional weight, and we plan to offer Bluetooth support to interface the M2 with digital scales for physical weight
The M2 will be available for purchase in Q1 of 2022 through authorized resellers in North America, South America, EMEA, APAC, and the EU.
A limited number of loaner beta units are now available to ship for a short term Evaluation Program. Contact QBOID for more information.
