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3D Scanning Mar 11, 2024

In this tutorial, we walk through the process of installing Creaform's VXelements software and help connect your account with the Product Manager. Before starting the installation process, first, ensure the system meets the software's requirements. VXelements typically require a Windows-based operating system, a Creaform 3D scanner (or other Creaform product), and sufficient hardware specifications. 

 

 

Reverse Engineering Jan 04, 2024

Reverse engineering is a useful approach for creating customized sports equipment and tailoring products to athletes' specific needs and preferences. For example, customized weight distribution and curvature of a golf club could be the competitive edge an athlete needs. In this article, we discuss a few engineering tools and the reverse engineering workflow to quickly create customized sporting equipment.

 

3D Scanning Artec Dec 05, 2023

Get ready to take 3D scanning to the next level. Artec 3D recently announced the new Micro II 3D scanner, a revolutionary addition to the world of 3D scanning technology. This professional desktop scanner, designed for digitizing small objects, has unmatched precision, lightning-fast speed, and innovative features. The Artec Micro II redefines how to capture the tiny world in three dimensions.

 

3D Printing Nov 17, 2023

Stratasys has introduced a new application in their GrabCAD AM Platform ecosystem: GrabCAD Control. GrabCAD Control is a cloud-based solution designed to revolutionize the way you manage your Stratasys 3D printers, users, materials, and licenses. This article delves into the features and benefits of GrabCAD Control and how it can significantly improve the 3D printing experience.

 

Precision and accuracy are two important factors when 3D modeling in CAD. Engineers and designers must ensure that their digital models align perfectly with physical objects or meet stringent quality standards. That's where Geomagic for SOLIDWORKS comes into play, providing a powerful suite of tools to streamline comparing digital models with real-world objects. The Deviation Analysis feature is a game-changer for professionals seeking perfection in their designs. In this article, we explore how to use the Deviation Analysis tool in Geomagic for SOLIDWORKS and the numerous benefits it offers.

3D Scanning Artec Aug 31, 2023

Artec 3D, a leading provider of 3D scanning solutions, has once again raised the bar with their latest product release. The Ray II sets a new standard for 3D scanning, offering best-in-class features that make it the ultimate choice for large-scale item digitization.

3D Printing Jun 28, 2023

In today's fast-paced world, industries seek innovative solutions to streamline processes and maximize productivity. For those operating Stratasys 3D printers, GrabCAD Print Pro (GCPP) (the premium version of GrabCAD Print) emerges as an invaluable tool, offering a wide range of features designed to enhance efficiency and simplify workflows. With its intuitive interface and comprehensive functionality, GrabCAD Print Pro is poised to revolutionize how companies operate in the era of Industry 4.0.  

 

3D Scanning Creaform Mar 01, 2023

Designed specifically to address the needs of the most demanding dimensional metrology professionals in the industrial and manufacturing sectors, the HandySCAN BLACK|Elite Limited 3D scanner can tackle any quality control or product development applications where tolerances require increased accuracy while remaining portable and flexible. This new scanner is twice as accurate as the HandySCAN BLACK|Elite, assessed through an ISO 17025 accredited calibration based on VDI/VDE part 3 standard.