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Reverse
Engineering |
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core uses of the 3D scanner is to capture a physical part
and put it back into the computer based processes that
go to create a new tool. Since CNC processes are programmed
around computer data it is important that accurate Cad
files be created from the subject model. In many instances
it is possible to create CNC cutter paths from scan data
or .stl data. At other times some data post processing
is favoured. As SDE essentially has a design background
we have all the systems and knowledge in place to work
with the scan files to give the customer back exactly
what is required. |
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Our
Cad systems allow us to work with the scan data as a basis
on which to design or surface from. This enables us to
create a high quality surface model of a part required.
If required, we can deviate from the scan data to incorporate
modifications, smoothing functions or add detail such
as parting lines or accurately control draft conditions. |
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Using another
Cad process we can quickly produce a quick surface model
from scan data. This “magnetically” attaches
Nurb surfaces to the scan and allows us to supply a surface
model of a part much more quickly than using our traditional
surfacing techniques. This is highly suited to customers
who simply want to see a scan file converted into surfaces, |
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We can produce
a hybrid model that takes a file created using our “Quick
Surfacing” methods but rebuilding selected areas
using traditional Cad methods to incorporate modifications,
refine or add detail. |
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Image showing
the stages of reverse engineering for a seat foam, begining
with a hand skived foam which was than scanned and surfaced
on Icem Surf from which a foam tool was manufactured |
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TEL +44(0)
1268 493 153
FAX +44(0) 1268 493 151
enquiries@surfdev.com |
26
Seax Court
Southfields Industrial Park
Basildon
Essex, UK
SS15 6SL |
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