AreaScan: Autonomous Indoor Mapper.

Traditional indoor surveying relies heavily on manual tools like tape measures and handheld laser meters. In complex room geometries — featuring non-rectangular layouts, curved walls, or heavily cluttered interiors — these manual workflows become slow, labor-intensive, and prone to cumulative human error. Minor measurement mistakes early in the surveying phase cause severe project delays and costly material overspending during renovation. On the other hand, professional 3D LiDAR systems (Leica, Faro) cost $15,000 to $80,000+, making them financially inaccessible to small design studios, independent architects, and local renovation teams. Smartphone LiDAR apps depend on flagship hardware, require manual handling, and struggle with cluttered environments. I created AreaScan to bridge this critical gap. AreaScan is an accessible, automated cyber-physical platform that democratizes indoor surveying. By combining station-based autonomous scanning with embedded sensor fusion, AreaScan filters out furniture noise and automatically generates accurate 2D vector plans and net usable floor area calculations — delivering automated surveys at a tiny fraction of commercial LiDAR costs. Thus, my invention provides an essential tool for indoor spaces, turning inaccurate manual workflows into accessible automated surveying without heavy capital investments.