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What types of companies use 3D measurement? In a nutshell: any manufacturer that produces products can benefit from 3D measurements for their product development workflows and quality control processes. 3D measurement is used in many different industries, such as:
- Aerospace
- Transportation and automotive
- Consumer products
- Education
- Heavy industries
- Healthcare
- Heritage
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3D measurements explained
How does 3D measurement work? While it often requires the know-how and skills of an experienced metrologist, it is actually simpler than it looks—thanks to advances in simple 3D measurement technologies, like 3D scanners. Let’s take a look at the ways you can measure an object in 3D.
As a result, in order to create high-quality products that meet certain standards and perform optimally over time, designers, product development teams and quality control inspectors need to use 3D measurement solutions to properly assess an object in 3D.
How to measure an object in 3D
With any physical object, you can measure its height, width, depth, diameter and circumference, depending on the object. However, an object actually has an array of varying measurements, regardless of the the object’s shape and complexity (non-linear edges, free from shapes, angles).As a result, in order to create high-quality products that meet certain standards and perform optimally over time, designers, product development teams and quality control inspectors need to use 3D measurement solutions to properly assess an object in 3D.
By capturing all the physical measurements of an object in 3D, manufacturers can ensure that parts are designed properly to fit together, optimize designs and tolerances, improve engineering processes and tooling, and cut costs associated with scraps, product recalls and production downtimes.
Oftentimes, a 3D scanner is used to capture 3D measurements and spatial relationships on physical objects. 3D measurement technologies can be used for product development and for quality control inspections.
Oftentimes, a 3D scanner is used to capture 3D measurements and spatial relationships on physical objects. 3D measurement technologies can be used for product development and for quality control inspections.
Due to the size of the cab frame and the amount of data to be recorded, the measurement is carried out in three stages: the left and right sections and then the middle section of the cab frame. For this purpose, the welded construction is cleaned and assigned targets. For contours that are dimensionally important, i.e. mounting surfaces, interfering contours for other components, sealing surfaces or joining surfaces, the HandySCAN 3D scanner with the VXelements data recording software is used for the measurement. For purposes of “leapfrogging” – i.e. component contours that are not needed, such as straight and flat surfaces (What is flatness?), are skipped during scanning – the photogrammetry system MaxSHOT 3D is also used.
After a component has been digitized, a comparison is made in Polyworks with an existing 3D data set (CAD) so that any problem zones can be identified without having to check each individual part. The resulting off-color comparison shows the dimensional accuracy of the framework and thereby also the correct setting of the welding device.
After a component has been digitized, a comparison is made in Polyworks with an existing 3D data set (CAD) so that any problem zones can be identified without having to check each individual part. The resulting off-color comparison shows the dimensional accuracy of the framework and thereby also the correct setting of the welding device.
Advantages of Optical Metrology
Armin Zinser from the Quality Center at Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG explains: “We have been using a coordinate measuring machine in quality control for years. However, the portable optical measuring systems from Creaform allow us to measure flexibly and independently. They are easy to handle and can be used anywhere: in the measuring room, during assembly, as well as outdoors, while traditional measuring systems often require a rigid setup and cannot be used in all environments.”
“Our experience with the Creaform systems has been positive all around. They allow us to check mounting surfaces and components which have already been assembled more easily and quickly. Their systems also make it easier and faster for us to perform CAD matching of 3D contours with color comparison. All in all, we save 25% in setup and measuring time, and even more for corresponding components,” explains Mr. Zinser.
“Our experience with the Creaform systems has been positive all around. They allow us to check mounting surfaces and components which have already been assembled more easily and quickly. Their systems also make it easier and faster for us to perform CAD matching of 3D contours with color comparison. All in all, we save 25% in setup and measuring time, and even more for corresponding components,” explains Mr. Zinser.
About Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG
Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG is the world’s leading supplier of all-terrain vehicles for slope, beach and environmental maintenance. These products stand for reliability and forward-looking technologies. With the SNOWsat brand, digital solutions for slope and fleet management are also part of their portfolio. The PRO ACADEMY guarantees resource-saving slope management. BeachTech beach cleaning equipment ensures clean beaches worldwide. With PowerBully, Kässbohrer is expanding its strong position in the commercial vehicle market even further. K COMPOSITES is a specialist and expert partner for fiber composite technology.
3D measurements explained
Advantages of Optical Metrology
Armin Zinser from the Quality Center at Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG explains: “We have been using a coordinate measuring machine in quality control for years. However, the portable optical measuring systems from Creaform allow us to measure flexibly and independently. They are easy to handle and can be used anywhere: in the measuring room, during assembly, as well as outdoors, while traditional measuring systems often require a rigid setup and cannot be used in all environments.”
“Our experience with the Creaform systems has been positive all around. They allow us to check mounting surfaces and components which have already been assembled more easily and quickly. Their systems also make it easier and faster for us to perform CAD matching of 3D contours with color comparison. All in all, we save 25% in setup and measuring time, and even more for corresponding components,” explains Mr. Zinser.
“Our experience with the Creaform systems has been positive all around. They allow us to check mounting surfaces and components which have already been assembled more easily and quickly. Their systems also make it easier and faster for us to perform CAD matching of 3D contours with color comparison. All in all, we save 25% in setup and measuring time, and even more for corresponding components,” explains Mr. Zinser.
About Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG
Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG is the world’s leading supplier of all-terrain vehicles for slope, beach and environmental maintenance. These products stand for reliability and forward-looking technologies. With the SNOWsat brand, digital solutions for slope and fleet management are also part of their portfolio. The PRO ACADEMY guarantees resource-saving slope management. BeachTech beach cleaning equipment ensures clean beaches worldwide. With PowerBully, Kässbohrer is expanding its strong position in the commercial vehicle market even further. K COMPOSITES is a specialist and expert partner for fiber composite technology.
Article written by Creaform
Published 10/28/2020
Published 10/28/2020
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