What Is the LightGuide smartAR™ Desktop Optimized For?
The smartAR Desktop is a compact, portable all-in-one projected AR system optimized for small form-factor assembly, inspection, and repair tasks in environments like labs, training rooms, and satellite sites. It features a self-contained design with a built-in PC and touchscreen, allowing engineers to develop and refine workflows offline without interrupting production lines.
See the smartAR Desktop in Action
Get StartedEverything you Need to Create Projected AR Workflows
Pre-installed with LightGuide AR work instruction software, the smartAR Desktop comes with everything you need to provide step-by-step visual guidance for complex manual processes. Features of the smartAR Desktop include:
- A portable all-in-one system with integrated hardware
- Pre-installed LightGuide AR work instruction software
- An integrated projector
- A 3D camera
- A powerful Windows 10 PC
- A 23-inch diagonal touchscreen monitor
- A 20-inch diagonal touch-enabled mat worksurface

LightGuide AR Platform
LightGuide augmented reality uses digital projection technology to overlay a virtual operating “canvas” onto any work surface, simplifying complex manual tasks. By interfacing with existing manufacturing equipment, the system delivers immersive, interactive visual work instructions that comprise a company’s key assembly, inspection, material handling, and training operations.

LightGuide Digital Work Instructions: Proven Industrial ROI Results
| Operational Metric | Improvement | Primary Impact Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Quality & Error Reduction | 90%+ | Elimination of manual assembly errors via “No-Faults-Forward” logic. |
| Training Efficiency | 70%+ | Accelerated onboarding through real-time, interactive visual guidance. |
| Workforce Productivity | 50%+ | Optimized cycle times and reduced cognitive load for operators. |

- 90%+ Quality Improvement
- 70%+ Training Efficiency
- 50%+ Productivity Increase

Your Guide to AR Applications on the Factory Floor
Not all types of augmented reality are created equal. Use this guide to discover which type of industrial AR is best suited for your factory application, learn from real-world case studies, and more.
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