Design X Go – Modeling from a 2D Drawing | 2 Minute Tuesday In this week’s 2 Minute Tuesday, we explore some of the CAD modeling capabilities of Design X Go without the existence of a scan. We’ll then open the created model in Mastercam for toolpath generation. Or watch and subscribe on YouTube ➤ https://youtu.be/37rND743SJ8
Safety Zone Improvements for Hole Making in Mastercam 2025 The updated Safety Zone feature now incorporates a background mesh for all defined shapes within the Safety Zone panel. This mesh plays a crucial role in the linking calculation, facilitating more accurate and efficient tool-angle motion for linking moves. The newly introduced parameters include: Linear Tolerance Value: Provides precise control over allowable deviations in linear motion. Blending Distance: Ensures smooth transitions between different motion segments. Smoothing [...]
Understanding Refresh Rate in SLS 3D Printing Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing is a powerful technology that allows for the creation of high-quality, industrial-grade parts. One of the key factors in achieving optimal print quality and efficiency with SLS printers, such as the Formlabs Fuse Series, is the refresh rate. The refresh rate refers to the ratio of new powder to recycled powder used in each print cycle. This balance is crucial because it impacts [...]
Swing Bridge Reverse Engineering Simplified with Geomagic Design X A swing bridge in a coastal dock system was decommissioned after being twisted. A ferry company needed it operational for car parking but faced a dilemma: closing the bridge to test it could jam it if it wasn’t functioning. Unable to test physically, they created a digital twin using a long-range laser scanner and simulated the bridge’s motion if closed. Scanning a swing bridge This approach, [...]
Vapor Smoothing with the AMT PostPro SFX | 2 Minute Tuesday In this week’s 2 Minute Tuesday, we are going to examine the AMT PostPro SFX, the world’s first bench-top vapor smoothing system. With this, you can achieve a professional, smooth finish with minimal effort. Or watch and subscribe on YouTube ➤ https://youtu.be/FyBTS5AQByk
Customer Spotlight: South Hills School of Business and Technology Cimquest visits their customer, South Hills School of Business and Technology, to discover how they have incorporated Mastercam into their Engineering Technology associate degree curriculum.
Solid Hole Selection - Mastercam 2025 Mastercam 2025 introduces significant enhancements to the Solid Hole Selection feature, which is integral for those utilizing Hole Making and Process Hole toolpaths. The changes associated with this update create a more efficient, precise, and controllable hole selection. The Solid Hole Selection update encompasses many new behaviors for selecting holes such as simplified selection rules, multiple hole types are allowed in a single toolpath, and segment selections from [...]
What's New with Shining 3D Scanners Einscan HX and HX2 (Reverse Engineering) The HX is an excellent scanner for reverse engineering. For the scanning and reverse engineering of many part sizes and shapes, the Einscan HX (and soon, the HX2) are an excellent choice. Stay-tuned for HX2 info. when it becomes available. The HX and HX2 are hybrid scanners. While holding 40 micron total tolerance in laser mode, this scanner model can also scan [...]
