Laser beam

The Laser Beam panel allows you to define the laser’s position, direction, and orientation in the scene. These parameters control the beam’s origin, its path, and the alignment of the spot. Additionally, you can visualize the laser beam in the 3D viewport for better spatial understanding. Below is an explanation of each parameter:

Laser Point

The Laser Point defines the starting position of the laser in the 3D scene. This is the point where the laser originates. It is specified as a 3D coordinate in the format (X, Y, Z).

Beam Axis

The Beam Axis specifies the direction of the laser beam as a 3D vector originating from the Laser Point. This vector determines the path of the laser and defines where the beam points in the scene.

Spot Horizontal Axis

The Spot Horizontal Axis controls the rotation of the laser spot’s plane around the Beam Axis. This parameter is important when working with non-symmetrical laser spots, such as rectangular or custom-defined shapes. Adjusting the Spot Horizontal Axis changes the orientation of the spot, ensuring it aligns correctly with the surface or desired target.

Show Laser Beam

Enabling the Show Laser Beam option displays the laser beam in the 3D scene. This visualization helps you verify the position, direction, and alignment of the laser beam relative to the target surface or object.

The Laser Beam panel showing parameters for defining the laser point, beam axis, and spot horizontal axis, along with the option to visualize the beam.