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 Type	Hand-held (chairside) scanner that creates optical impressions for dental restorations.
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

Tooth Preparation	No powder or spray required
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

Output File Format	STL, PLY, OBJ
Compatibility with CAD/CAM Systems	Open Architecture. Output formats: STL, PLY, OBJ Compatible with most Dental CAD systems