Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announced the release of the Leica Absolute Scanner LAS-20-8, a portable laser scanner for large volume inspection applications such as automotive sheet metal, aerospace mold tools, large industrial castings and … [Read more...] about Portable 3D Scanner with haptic feedback
Reverse Engineering
Combined 3D scanner and robotic arm automate scanning
Even though Artec handheld 3D scanners were designed to fit well in the hand, they can be easily integrated into robotic systems as well. Norwegian 3D graphics, printing and carving company NorNet demonstrated this type of automated scanning. The … [Read more...] about Combined 3D scanner and robotic arm automate scanning
Flying like a bird, thanks to 3D scanning
Mankind has often imagined what it would be like to fly like a bird. The wingsuit makes it possible to have such an experience. Good wingsuits are custom made. In addition, wingsuit developers continue to explore new ways to improve the design for … [Read more...] about Flying like a bird, thanks to 3D scanning
Bundled 3D scanning and 3D printing
Artec 3D, a leading developer and manufacturer of professional 3D software and hardware, announced a new product bundle that will equip customers with a full suite of the latest in reverse engineering hardware and leading design/inspection software … [Read more...] about Bundled 3D scanning and 3D printing
Updated Geomagic Control platform
3D Systems recently announced some enhancements to its Geomatic platform. Geomagic Control (formerly Geomagic Qualify) is a comprehensive inspection automation platform for streamlining in-line and repetitive inspection processes that use 3D scanners … [Read more...] about Updated Geomagic Control platform
Corvette Racing uses 3D measurement to maximize manufacturing efficiencies
Get it done fast, accurately, and efficiently. Like many engineers, the engineers at Pratt & Miller, New Hudson, MI, face the same demands. Pratt & Miller engineers take automotive programs from concept to reality. They perform first-article … [Read more...] about Corvette Racing uses 3D measurement to maximize manufacturing efficiencies
Get the latest 3D printing developments at the AMUG and RAPID Conferencess
For the professional user of additive manufacturing systems, there are two key conferences. This year, the first one up is The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) Education & Training Conference, which will be held in Jacksonville, Florida, … [Read more...] about Get the latest 3D printing developments at the AMUG and RAPID Conferencess
3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
3D Systems announced the its new Geomagic Sculpt 3D modeling software with Touch haptic 3D stylus. Geomagic Sculpt erases the boundaries of solid modeling, empowering the freedom of designing complex, curvy and organic shapes. With precise … [Read more...] about 3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
Can low cost 3D scanners benefit you?
The 3D printing industry is helping to grow the market for 3D scanners, especially with the introduction of a number of low cost scanners. Are these scanners an alternative to more professional versions for your application? Thanks in part to 3D … [Read more...] about Can low cost 3D scanners benefit you?
3d scanner for tight spaces
The ROMER Absolute Arm 1.2m portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is a portable measuring arm that delivers high-accuracy 3D measurement in a 1.2 m volume. It is for use in confined spaces, including inside a machining center for dimensional … [Read more...] about 3d scanner for tight spaces