IIA 3D Scanning and Data Capture

September 29, 2020

The Inside Look on IIA’s 3D Scanning Capabilities

Industrial Inspection & Analysis Lab Services offers cutting-edge CT Scanning, 3D Scanning, and Geometry Recreation. These services support the entire Product Lifecycle from New Product Development, […]
February 11, 2019
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iPads Shipping Bent and Making Thin Things Flat

The 2018 iPad Pro began shipping in late 2018 and many who received theirs noticed a visible bend in what they expected to be a flat device. According to Apple, the bend is due to the cooling process performed on the iPad Pro’s metal and plastic components during manufacturing.
January 8, 2019
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Should You Purchase 3D Scanning Equipment or Outsource Services

If you plan to use 3D scanning technology on a fairly regular basis, you likely will need to decide whether to outsource services to a qualified 3D scanning provider or to purchase your own 3D scanning equipment. Like any major financial decision, weighing the pros and cons of each option is a good first step.
May 4, 2018
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4 Key Benefits of Using 3D Scanning for Dimensional Measurement and Reverse Engineering

The manufacturing industry is experiencing a surge in productivity which is leading to an ever increasing need to verify that the parts being produced meet the specified requirements. When timelines are critical and tolerances are growing ever tighter, it is imperative that the quality process involved in reinforcing the part’s requirements consistently adds value to manufacturing.
October 31, 2017
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How Does It Measure Up: CMMs vs. Structured Light 3D Scanners

With their repeatable accuracy and programmability, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) have universally been known as the ultimate dimensional measurement and inspection equipment by using contact probing to deliver single point by point sparse measurement data. However, 3D scanning is widely accepted as an effective, accurate, and fast way to collect and analyze measurement data.