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Repositioning a Crankshaft in Control X

By |2024-09-23T15:13:30-04:00September 23rd, 2024|Categories: 3d Scanning & Reverse Engineering|Tags: , |

Repositioning a Crankshaft in Control X In this blog post, we’ll explore how to reposition the nominal CAD model in Oqton’s Control X so that inspection information is reported based on the main assembly’s coordinate system rather than the local subassembly. We’ll use a crankshaft as our example. Introduction to Crankshafts Crankshafts are essential components in piston engines, converting reciprocating motion into rotational motion. Before diving into the repositioning process, it’s advisable to reposition the [...]

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Print a Model Every 49 Seconds with Fast Model Resin From Formlabs

By |2024-09-20T13:08:50-04:00September 20th, 2024|Categories: Technology|

Print a Model Every 49 Seconds with Fast Model Resin From Formlabs The Form 4B 3D printer and Fast Model Resin revolutionize dental printing by enabling the production of 11 models in just nine minutes. This combination optimizes speed without compromising accuracy, enhancing workflow efficiency and maintaining high mechanical performance. Fast Model Resin stands out with its improved aesthetics, offering a more opaque and matte finish compared to Draft Resin. It’s ideal for thermoforming applications, balancing speed and accuracy to [...]

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Mastercam 2025 – Advanced Display: Tool Contact Point | 2 Minute Tuesday

By |2024-09-16T11:00:41-04:00September 16th, 2024|Categories: 2 Minute Tuesdays, CQTV, Mastercam 2025|Tags: , , |

  Mastercam 2025 – Advanced Display: Tool Contact Point | 2 Minute Tuesday In this week's 2 Minute Tuesday, we demonstrate a new feature added to Mastercam 2025 under the Advanced Display options, Tool Contact Point. Or watch and subscribe on YouTube ➤ https://youtu.be/A8FgU8OmKrg  

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Design X Reverse Engineering Options for Any Budget

By |2024-09-12T12:52:56-04:00September 12th, 2024|Categories: 3d Scanning & Reverse Engineering|Tags: , |

Geomagic Design X, known for its powerful features and scanner integration, is now more accessible with a three-tiered plan starting at $1,900 a year. These plans cater to various needs and budgets, helping new users start reverse engineering projects and upgrade as needed. Here's an outline of each:   Geomagic Design X Go A new product plan for beginners in 3D scan-based reverse engineering or simple parts, starting at $1,900/year. It includes essential tools for [...]

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The newest Factor 4 material: Industrial 3D printing with PPS CF

By |2024-09-06T10:40:16-04:00September 6th, 2024|Categories: Technology|

The newest Factor 4 material: Industrial 3D printing with PPS CF Introducing the latest innovation in industrial 3D printing: UltiMaker PPS CF. This cutting-edge material is reinforced with 10% carbon fiber, which significantly enhances its chemical resistance, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. These properties make it an ideal choice for demanding applications in the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries, where parts are often exposed to harsh environments and high temperatures. UltiMaker PPS CF stands [...]

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Metrology Minute – Utilizing Color Maps for understanding machining outcomes

By |2024-09-04T10:30:44-04:00September 4th, 2024|Categories: Metrology Minute|

Utilizing Color Maps for understanding machining outcomes Consider this airfoil. It was programmed and machined on a 5-Axis mill, using a single setup. The ball mill was able to travel completely around the shape, during the machining process and therefore blending the top and bottom of the surface didn’t need to be considered. Our job is to inspect the airfoil and make suggestions to the CNC Programmer and Tool Designer to optimize the machining process. [...]

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How 3D Scanning Can Be Used in Mining

By |2024-09-03T11:24:00-04:00September 3rd, 2024|Categories: 3d Scanning & Reverse Engineering|Tags: , |

Miners face dangerous environments, extreme locations, and fluctuating demand. Efficiency and safety are top priorities, and 3D scanning technology may help achieve these goals. It redefines data acquisition for tunnels, shafts, stockpiles, and mills by offering speed and accuracy. 3D scanning is more efficient than traditional methods, capturing more data in less time with minimal disruption. It uses non-contact methods to gather data from risky or hard-to-reach areas, enhancing safety. 3D scan of an [...]

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Control X – Utilizing Color Maps and Whisker Plots | 2 Minute Tuesday

By |2024-09-02T11:24:50-04:00September 2nd, 2024|Categories: 2 Minute Tuesdays, CQTV|Tags: , , , , |

  Control X – Utilizing Color Maps and Whisker Plots | 2 Minute Tuesday In today's 2 Minute Tuesday, we show you how to interpret color maps to analyze tolerances and manufactured part accuracy in Oqton's Control X. Or watch and subscribe on YouTube ➤ https://youtu.be/-fHB8ma-PNU  

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