Failure Investigation

Identify the cause of a crash, collision or explosion.
FARO 3D reality capture solutions help public and private investigators quickly identify on-scene elements such as debris and fragments that help identify what might have contributed to a mechanical breakdown or performance failure.

Clarity for Industrial Incident Investigations 

When a structure collapses or a piece of equipment explodes, the line between human error and mechanical failure can sometimes be difficult to ascertain. FARO reality capture solutions can assist the investigator with failure analysis. Safety professionals in both the public and private sectors use FARO Focus Laser Scanners and other failure investigation tools to capture the forensic details of a scene — debris dispersion and fragmentation patterns — as part of their investigation. Data captured accurately, safely and quickly at the scene becomes powerful documentation to compare against pre-incident planning documents, verify investigation details, build presentations and share as evidence.
Case Study

Improving Forensic and Analytical Capabilities with FARO

James R. Loumiet & Associates (JRLA), a U.S. accident reconstruction firm, uses a FARO Focus Laser Scanner and SCENE Software for reconstructing railroad accidents with accuracy.
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Focus Laser Scanners

For fast, complete and accurate measurements of complex objects.

SCENE Software

For processing and managing scan data with real-time on-site registration, automatic object recognition, scan registration and positioning.

Freestyle 2 Handheld Scanner

Designed for fast, photorealistic 3D reality capture with ultra-responsive real-time display.

FARO Zone 3D Software

Produces stunning visuals with 2D/3D diagrams, analysis, animations and videos.

FARO® Orbis Mobile Laser Scanner

FARO Orbis is the all-in-one mobile laser scanner with integrated static scanning capabilities, powered by FARO FLASH technology.
Case Study

Laser Scanner Data Instrumental in Near-collision Case

Investigators used a FARO Focus Laser Scanner to determine fault in a near-collision of a farm field sprayer and a speeding car.
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Fast, Photorealistic 3D Reality Capture with the Freestyle 2

This superior handheld 3D device enables quick, easy scene documentation.

Solutions

Focus Laser Scanners

For fast, complete and accurate measurements of complex objects.

SCENE Software

For processing and managing scan data with real-time on-site registration, automatic object recognition, scan registration and positioning.

Freestyle 2 Handheld Scanner

Designed for fast, photorealistic 3D reality capture with ultra-responsive real-time display.

FARO Zone 3D Software

Produces stunning visuals with 2D/3D diagrams, analysis, animations and videos.

FARO® Orbis Mobile Laser Scanner

FARO Orbis is the all-in-one mobile laser scanner with integrated static scanning capabilities, powered by FARO FLASH technology.

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