Reference a shape
Capture an object to study its surfaces or build another design around it.
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CAPTURE / REFERENCE / RECREATE
A physical object.
A digital starting point.
Capture the shape of an existing object and plan what comes next. From reference geometry to a reverse-engineering workflow, the useful deliverable starts with a clear goal.
3D SCANNING / OPTICAL TRACKING
START WITH THE APPLICATION
What do you
need it to do?
We begin with the purpose of the part, then work through the decisions that get it there.
Recreate a component
Use scanned geometry as a starting point for a replacement or revised design.
Move into CAD
Discuss reverse engineering when you need editable design geometry rather than a reference mesh.
THE DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
A thoughtful process.
A more useful result.
Surface
Reflective, dark, or translucent objects can need preparation. Photos help us assess the approach.
Access
A scanner captures surfaces it can see. Internal passages and hidden geometry need separate discussion.
Deliverable
A mesh and an editable CAD model serve different purposes. We define the output around your next step.
YOUR FIRST STEP
Let’s look at
your project.
You don’t need everything ready. Send what you have and tell us what you need next.
- Photos from several angles
- Approximate overall dimensions
- Material and surface finish
- What you need to do with the digital model
GOOD QUESTIONS
A few things
to know.
Do I need to bring the object in?
Contact us with photos and dimensions to discuss the capture arrangement before visiting or shipping anything.
Does scanning automatically create editable CAD?
No. A scan typically provides mesh geometry. Rebuilding that information into editable CAD is a separate step that can be included in the project.
Can you scan an interior?
Accessibility depends on the object. Share images or a drawing so we can discuss visible surfaces, openings, and any missing geometry.
Let’s make
your next idea real.
A model, a sketch, a physical part, or just a question. Start where you are.
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