3DISC Heron™ IOS — Software Components¶
The Heron™ IOS system comprises the following software components:
- 3DiscClinic™ : 3D Scanning and Case Management software.
- 3DiscCloud™ : dedicated cloud platform for ordering and communicating with labs.
System Specifications¶
Scanner Specifications¶
| Scanner Type | Hand-held (chairside) scanner that creates optical impressions for dental restorations. | 
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| Design | Compact, lightweight, ergonomic scanner designed to be operated with little physical effort. | 
| Dimensions Base | Size: L 306mm, W 98mm, H 72mm | 
| Dimensions Scanner | Weight: 150 grams | 
| Size: L 256mm, W 43mm, H 43mm | |
| Cable length (scanner to base): 2m | |
| Power Requirement | DC 5.0V / 4A (Power adapter included) | 
| Scanner Tip | Reusable up to 250 times, sterilize using steam autoclave | 
| Heating Element | Ventilated. Prevents formation of fog on optics | 
| Acquisition Method/Imaging technology | Hybrid technology: active stereo imaging and structured light | 
| Sensor technology | CMOS | 
| Color Scanning | 24-bit (8-bit per channel) | 
| Scanning frequency | 25-30 FPS | 
| Imaging field-of-view | 12mm x 14mm | 
| Light sources | High-power LEDs | 
Scanning Process¶
| Tooth Preparation | No powder or spray required | 
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| Scanning Principle | Continuously scanning and accumulating (stitching) depth and color data | 
| Distance Scanner - Tooth | -1mm – 19mm | 
| Possible contact duration by operator | ≤10 min. Note: May vary with hardware configuration. | 
| Operator accessible part | Handpiece | 
| Possible contact duration by patient | t ≤ 10 min | 
| Patient accessible part (Type B Applied Part) | Tip (autoclavable) | 
| Computer - Scanner Interface | USB 3.0 | 
Software output and design software compatibility¶
| Output File Format | STL, PLY, OBJ | 
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| Compatibility with CAD/CAM Systems | Open Architecture. Output formats: STL, PLY, OBJ Compatible with most Dental CAD systems | 

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