Why More Companies are Using Reverse Engineering in Manufacturing
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, many companies are turning to reverse engineering in manufacturing to regain control over their product data, streamline production, and shorten development timelines. Whether you’re a manufacturer who no longer has original CAD files or an engineer dealing with product variations introduced during overseas production, reverse engineering can provide an accurate […]
Case Study: How Bump Armor Uses 3D Scanning for Laptop Case Design
Since 2020, Bump Armor has relied on Tangent Solutions’ advanced precision 3D scanning for laptop case designs to accelerate their time to market. Their innovative development of protective covers for the latest laptops, tablets, and electronic devices are used in school districts across the United States. With a strong reputation for durability and functionality, Bump […]
Case Study – Precision Reverse Engineering of a Worm Gear for GEMTS
When dealing with high-precision mechanical components, the ability to accurately reproduce a part is critical to maintaining operational efficiency. Gemini Technical Services, GEMT, a company specializing in technical and engineering solutions for defense, aerospace, and industrial applications, encountered a significant challenge: a worm gear essential to their operations needed to be replaced, but no CAD […]
Reverse Engineering Legacy Parts: Solutions to Old Challenges
In many industries, companies face a common yet significant issue: legacy machines, tools, and parts that are either so old that CAD files were never created or have been lost over time. Reverse engineering legacy parts with unknown origins can often be a time-consuming and challenging process. Without the original design documentation, engineers must go […]
5 Ways Product Engineering Can Accelerate Your Go-to-Market Strategy
Instead of designing, you should be working on your business. Outsourcing product engineering tasks—from initial CAD design to prototyping and production—offers numerous advantages. The possibility of creating a product line is easier than ever with globalization. Manufacturing costs have decreased, and access to overseas supplies has improved, leading to better product margins. Modern design and […]
Enhancing GD&T With 3D Scanning
In modern manufacturing, precision is everything, and GD&T with 3D scanning is reshaping how engineers ensure dimensional accuracy and design compliance. By merging the standardized language of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, GD&T, with the speed and precision of 3D laser scanning, manufacturers can overcome traditional limitations and unlock new levels of efficiency and reliability. Geometric […]
Reverse Engineering for CAD to Leverage Modern Design
In engineering and product design, the ability to extract precise geometry and dimensions from existing objects has revolutionized how professionals approach innovation, quality control, and manufacturing. Reverse engineering for CAD, Computer-Aided Design, serves as the bridge between physical components and digital models. Technology like 3D laser scanning empowers engineers to create CAD models from scan […]
Reverse Engineering with 3D Laser Scanners for CNC Machining
In the manufacturing environment, staying competitive means delivering precision and efficiency while constantly adapting to changing demands. One powerful solution that many machining companies are turning to is reverse engineering with 3D laser scanners. Specifically, capturing the geometry of existing parts can be completed successfully by advanced 3D laser scanning. Manufacturers can quickly recreate and […]
How 3D Scanning in Aerospace Enhances Precision, Safety, and Performance
In aerospace component design, precision and innovation aren’t just important—they’re critical. 3D Scanning in aerospace component design allows for the ability to design, manufacture, and maintain aerospace parts with the utmost accuracy. 3D scanning in aerospace is a game-changing tool that revolutionizes how engineers and designers approach these tasks. This technology drives safety, performance, and […]
3D Scanning Applications in Engineering and How This Technology is Used
The utilization of 3D laser scanning extends beyond product design, playing a pivotal role in several applications. One of the largest 3D scanning applications is for engineering purposes. In engineering, 3D scanning serves as a transformative tool for capturing precise and detailed geometric data of physical objects. This technology facilitates the digitization of real-world structures, […]