3D Scanning From Mesh to Model

On July 20, 2020

Release date:2020, July 10

Author:Nick Kloski

Skill level:Beginner

Language:English

Exercise files:Yes

Interested in learning the basics of reverse engineering? In this course, instructor Nick Kloski helps you get up to speed, covering the fundamentals of reverse engineering using 3D scan data as a basis. As he details key concepts, Nick steps through how to go from a 3D scan to an optimized model that fits into nearly any product design workflow. He reviews the technologies available for 3D scanning, including photogrammetry and structured light. Using Artec structured light scanners as an example of capture technology, Nick goes into a workflow using inexpensive or free software to perform a complete reverse engineering workflow. See how to convert the scan (a mesh) into an optimized form, and bring it through Fusion 360 to create a solid model that can be flexibly incorporated into product design workflows.

This course was recorded and produced by HoneyPoint3D. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

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001 Go from 3D scan to CAD model
002 Tools and cost discussion
003 What is 3D scanning_
004 Resolution vs. accuracy
005 Hobbyist vs. professional scanners
006 Uses for 3D scanning – Reverse engineer
007 Uses for 3D scanning – Organic
008 3D scanning can blend both uses
009 What is reverse engineering_
010 Case study – Automotive
011 Case study – Consumer product
012 Case study – Medical prosthetics
013 Tools for reverse engineering
014 Accuracy addendum
015 What is your role and goal for RE_
016 Dont forget there are professionals
017 Metrology and Micro-CT awareness
018 Scans using photogrammetry
019 Photogrammetry products
020 Photogrammetry tips for success
021 Photogrammetry issues may not be bad
022 Leveling up your photogrammetry game
023 Scans with Artec structured light
024 Artec scanning workflow
025 Cleaning up and aligning scans
026 Meshing and evaluation of mesh
027 Artec techniques
028 Introduction to the free tool Meshmixer
029 Smoothing
030 Hole filling
031 Advanced mesh repair
032 Aligning for RE, part 1
033 Aligning for RE, part 2
034 Mesh reduction for CAD import
035 Introduction to Instant Meshes
036 Processing OBJ files with Instant Meshes
037 Reverse engineering workflow guidelines
038 From Instant Meshes to Fusion 360
039 Importing quad models into Fusion 360
040 Convert and repair for solidity
041 What the resulting model looks like
042 Fusion 360 for reverse engineering
043 Importing STL files and aligning
044 Creating mesh sections
045 Fitting curves to mesh sections
046 Evaluating curve tolerances
047 Reverse engineering – Example
048 Importing STL models and aligning
049 Sculpt face snapping introduction
050 Choices for retopology – Lines or full
051 Converting to solid model
052 Comparing to the original scan
053 Conclusion and next steps