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04 / Capture

Capture complex geometry.

High-detail digital capture for reverse engineering, comparison, inspection support and component documentation.

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Mechanical component positioned for 3D scanning beside a reconstructed digital model
Reverse engineeringPhysical capture · measured geometry · CAD reconstruction
3D ScanningMelbourne · Australia
A True Axis mechanical component model open in CAD software
CAD evidenceControlled geometry · design intent · manufacturing data
A detailed mechanical frame assembly open in CAD software
Assembly developmentInterfaces · structure · component relationships

What we do

3D scanning is useful when freeform surfaces or complex geometry make conventional measurement incomplete. The right output depends on what you need to do next: archive the shape, compare it, design around it or rebuild it as CAD.

01Component scanning
02Geometry capture
03Reverse engineering input
04Inspection support
05Complex surfaces
06Existing-part digitisation
07Scan-to-CAD workflows
08Design reference

The approach

Practical detail.
Clear next steps.

01

Raw scan data

A dense measured surface suitable for visual reference, comparison and downstream processing.

02

Processed mesh

Aligned and cleaned scan geometry prepared to the agreed deliverable and intended use.

03

Production-ready CAD

A separately reconstructed model with deliberate features and editable design geometry where required.

Have enough information to begin? Start now and add technical details progressively.

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Project workflow

A connected process.

Engage True Axis for one stage or carry the project through the complete workflow.

  1. 01

    Define outcome

    Clarify how the captured data will be used.

  2. 02

    Prepare

    Plan access, references and surface preparation.

  3. 03

    Capture

    Scan the required geometry from suitable positions.

  4. 04

    Align

    Register the captured data into a coherent model.

  5. 05

    Process

    Clean and prepare the selected deliverable.

  6. 06

    Use

    Compare, reconstruct or design from the captured geometry.

Project inputs + outputs

Useful detail, without making you solve the engineering first.

Upload the information you already have. True Axis reviews geometry, application, interfaces and inspection needs before confirming scope.

You can start with
  • The component or accessible assembly
  • The intended use of the data
  • Known reference dimensions
  • Required areas and level of detail
Agreed outputs may include
  • Raw or processed scan data to scope
  • Aligned mesh geometry
  • Comparison or design-reference data
  • Reconstructed CAD as a separate service

Frequently asked

01What can scanning capture?

Scanning is useful for complex and freeform surfaces, but line of sight, surface condition, access and the required outcome all affect the capture plan.

02What is the difference between a mesh and CAD?

A mesh represents captured surface points and triangles. CAD uses controlled, editable features and relationships suitable for design changes and manufacturing documentation.

03Can scanning support inspection?

It can support comparison and dimensional investigation when the method and reference data are appropriate. The inspection approach is agreed project by project.

Start with what you have

Bring the idea,
part or drawing.

Tell us what you need the component or system to do. We’ll help define the right next step.

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