There are two approaches to creating CAD: parametric modeling and direct modeling. Both are useful for different aspects of the design process and can make
When it comes to 3D digital models, it can be a bit confusing to know which model or file type you need. The two
Design intent refers to a designer’s specifications of how a part should appear and function. Ideally, when manufactured, the resulting part will match this
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3D laser scanning is a fast and reliable way to create digital design files from existing parts, prototypes, or landscapes. It is used in many
CT scanning is a term most often associated with the medical industry, and while it can be used to provide insight to patient anatomy and
A point cloud is a 3D model that consists of a large number of points in three-dimensional space. Point clouds use the Cartesian coordinate
Digital 3D models are used for many different purposes in a variety of industries, and there are multiple methods of making them from a real
A Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) is a common find in the metrology lab of many manufacturing facilities. They serve as a method to perform dimensional
First Article Inspection (FAI) is a formal, documented inspection used to verify that a manufactured part meets the required quality specifications. These inspections are required
