NeoMetrix Solution:
With the Neometrix Method of 3D scanning and modeling, the part can be easily
reverse engineered, ensuring high accuracy, saving time, and saving money.
Scanning:
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Handyscan 3D scanner was chosen to scan the nose gear. The Handyscan is perfect for capturing details on parts that are too large or oddly shaped to be easily scanned on turntable based scanners. The part was covered in reference “dots” and then scanned in a matter of minutes. With the Handyscan, it is easy to collect data in small, hard to reach areas, like holes and grooves. The data was then processed within VX Elements, the scanning software, producing a clean and accurate mesh model (Fig. 1).
Modeling:
The scan data was then imported into
Geomagic DesignX reverse engineering software. With this software, a complete 3D model was built. This was done by extracting key geometry in the form of sketches, which can then be used to generate model features. The developed model was then compared to the scan data to ensure all features were modeled correctly and accurately. The solid model was then exported as STEP file and delivered to the customer (Fig. 2).