NavVis MLX
Mobile LiDAR Scanning System
Redefining handheld reality capture
NavVis MLX is a user-friendly, handheld dynamic scanning system that enhances AEC and surveying workflows. As a compact device, ideal for confined, smaller spaces or shorter, more frequent scanning on site, it is a professional solution that delivers the accuracy and data quality you and your clients require.
What is the NavVis MLX Mobile LiDAR Scanner?
NavVis MLX is a mobile LiDAR scanner designed for fast and flexible reality capture in construction, surveying, and AEC environments. As a handheld and wearable LiDAR scanning system, it allows users to capture accurate 3D data while walking through a site.
Using SLAM-based technology, the NavVis MLX enables real-time mapping and high-quality point cloud generation without the need for static setups, making it ideal for confined spaces and complex environments.
NavVis MLX Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Mobile LiDAR scanner |
| Scanning Method | SLAM-based mobile mapping |
| Cameras | 4 cameras (270° / 360° imaging) |
| Use Case | AEC, surveying, reality capture |
| Mobility | Handheld / wearable system |
| Output | High-quality point cloud data |
| Workflow | Real-time scanning + processing |
Key Benefits of the NavVis MLX Mobile LiDAR Scanner
The NavVis MLX mobile LiDAR scanner is designed to deliver fast, accurate, and flexible reality capture for professionals in construction, surveying, and AEC environments. Combining advanced SLAM technology with a lightweight, handheld design, it enables users to capture high-quality 3D data while moving through a site.
Whether you are working in confined indoor spaces or complex environments, this handheld LiDAR scanner provides a powerful balance of mobility, precision, and ease of use. Below are the key benefits that make the NavVis MLX a leading solution for mobile mapping and digital twin workflows.
Agility meets Data Quality
NavVis MLX offers an unrivaled combination of agility, ergonomics and outstanding data quality from a handheld device. It seamlessly integrates into AEC, surveying, and reality capture workflows both on-site and in-office. An expertly engineered pairing of hardware and software, NavVis MLX delivers comfort and precision in one compact device, excelling in confined or complex environments.
Professional Simplicity
A professional-grade tool, designed for seamless accessibility by users of all skill levels. Intuitively engineered, NavVis MLX is an adaptable device that empowers everyone on your team to leverage the benefits of reality capture technology at the highest level.
End-to-end Solution
NavVis MLX is a more affordable, versatile device optimized to seamlessly work hand-in-hand with NavVis VLX in the field and NavVis IVION in the office. Reduce effort and cost of immediate access to reliable as-is and as-built data. This combination offers an end-to-end reality capture solution suitable for various applications and is tailored to empower your stakeholders throughout the workflow.
Ground-breaking Innovation
Differentiate yourself from competition and win more projects with uniquely innovative technology that goes beyond traditional workflows. Stand out from the crowd with a device that boosts efficiency and exceeds client expectations – all without compromising quality.
Unrivaled Point Cloud Quality
See for yourself how NavVis MLX delivers the highest quality point cloud data from a handheld laser scanning system.
NavVis MLX Features
Agile Reality Capture
Capture 3D measurements with a 32-layer lidar sensor in combination with industry-trusted SLAM software augmented by Visual Odometry (VO) to deliver exceptional point cloud quality for a handheld device. Four cameras positioned on top of the system take high-resolution 270º images when resting on the harness and 360º images when lifted above the head.
Live Scanning Feedback
Monitor your scanning progress in real time with a built-in touchscreen interface, to ensure complete coverage as you move.
Limitless Mobility
With multiple methods of transporting NavVis MLX, moving around and between sites has never been simpler. A comfortable yet sturdy backpack allows you to move to and from your site with ease and can even be carried as hand luggage on flights. The backpack fits snuggly into a protective, hard-shelled case on wheels enabling rail travel and check-in air travel for longer distances.
Handheld Redefined
NavVis MLX is a one-of-a-kind, compact, handheld device designed for optimal functionality and usability. Featuring a supporting harness for added comfort, it enables operators to scan as they walk and maneuver freely, ensuring optimal coverage in compact or narrow spaces. Its sleek design fits easily into a backpack, allowing a single operator to transport and set up the system on the go.
How the NavVis MLX Improves Reality Capture Workflows
The NavVis MLX mobile LiDAR scanner is built to streamline reality capture workflows from data collection to final output. Using advanced SLAM LiDAR technology, it enables users to capture accurate 3D data in real time while moving through a site, eliminating the need for time-consuming static setups.
As a handheld and wearable mobile mapping system, the NavVis MLX allows construction teams, surveyors, and AEC professionals to quickly generate high-quality point cloud data for use in digital twins, BIM coordination, and site analysis. Its seamless integration with NavVis software solutions ensures that captured data can be processed, visualised, and shared efficiently across teams.
By reducing scanning time and improving data accessibility, the NavVis MLX helps teams make faster, more informed decisions while maintaining the accuracy required for professional surveying and construction applications.
A Complete Reality Capture Solution
Taken together, NavVis VLX and NavVis IVION Core offer a complete reality capture solution for the built environment that makes your digital assets accessible from everywhere.
Benefit from the NavVis IVION Processing and take your processing workflows to the next level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mobile LiDAR scanner?
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A mobile LiDAR scanner is a portable device that captures accurate 3D spatial data while moving through an environment. It uses SLAM technology to generate point cloud data in real time without the need for static setups.
What is the NavVis MLX used for?
The NavVis MLX is used for reality capture, surveying, construction documentation, and creating digital twins. It is ideal for scanning indoor environments and complex spaces quickly and efficiently.
How accurate is the NavVis MLX?
The NavVis MLX delivers high-quality point cloud data suitable for professional AEC and surveying workflows. It combines LiDAR, SLAM, and visual odometry to maintain accuracy even in challenging environments.
What is the difference between a mobile LiDAR scanner and a static scanner?
A mobile LiDAR scanner like the NavVis MLX allows users to capture data while walking through a site, making it faster and more flexible. Static scanners require multiple setups and are better suited for fixed, high-precision scans.
Is the NavVis MLX suitable for construction and AEC projects?
Yes, the NavVis MLX is widely used in construction and AEC industries for site scanning, as-built documentation, and digital twin creation. Its handheld design makes it ideal for confined and dynamic environments.
