Since their inception in the late 90s, 3D scanners have
provided various engineering firms with an easy and hassle-free way to collect
precise information and data of numerous objects, environments, and spaces.
These 3D scanning devices analyse real-life objects and collect data regarding
their appearance and shape to produce digital 3D models. Many engineering firms
use this data for numerous purposes, one of which is mechanical design. To
understand more, let's take a look at a few benefits of 3D scanning in various
processes of design. Mechanical Designing Services.
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Retrofitting Engineering
Mechanical design also plays a huge role in retrofitting.
For those of you who don't know what retrofitting is, let's enlighten you a
bit. Retrofitting is a cost-effective alternative to replacing old machines in
facilities and plants. Before the process of retrofitting commences, designers
are require to take measurements of mechanical parts, existing technology with
new technology, and measure with other elements within the machinery
environment. 3D scanning makes it easier for designers to gather these
measurements and that too in a single surveying session. Therefore, this
eliminates the need for taking the measurements manually.
Fabrication Inspection
Fabrication inspection, as the name implies, is the
inspection of fabricated parts. These include parts for automobiles, bridges,
and road signs. The inspection can either be done manually, which could take days
or even months to complete or through the use of 3D scanning. Mechanical
designers, through the use of 3D scanning, can easily identify all potential
issues, such as improper thickness, warping, over trimming, and under trimming
through the use of color map deviation, geometric tolerancing and dimension,
and cross-sectional analysis.
Front-End Engineering
In mechanical design, front-end engineering refers to the
initial stage of a project, a phase during which changes and replacements can
be implemented with minimal effect on the overall project cost. 3D scanning
simplifies the front-end engines by indicating potential problems. These
problems include performance surface issues, under trimming, over trimming, and
warping. After conducting an assessment of the problems, mechanical engineers
correct these problems by editing a Computer Aided Design (CAD) model, which
contains valuable object's scan information.
Reverse Engineering
Nearly in all forms of engineering, mechanical design plays
an imperative role. Reverse engineering, also known as back engineering, is
mainly used to redesign parts to eliminate manufacturing defects, design new
parts to fit a particular machine, or model high performance surfaces. 3D
scanning benefits reverse engineers and helps mechanical designers by offering
precise data that can be expressed in editable CAD data models. These models
can then be used to create another digital 3D model.
Interference Checking
Interference checking in mechanical design refers to the
phase in which an assessment is conducted regarding the design plan. This
assessment includes checking if the design plans are feasible in the first
place. 3D scanning helps in interference checking by analyzing feasibility of
construction, code deviations, connection points, and pipe runs.
Conceptual Designs
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