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03 / Recreate

From physical part to useful CAD.

Recreate damaged, obsolete or undocumented components as clean, manufacturable CAD—using scanning, measurement and engineering judgement.

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Mechanical component positioned for 3D scanning beside a reconstructed digital model
Reverse engineeringPhysical capture · measured geometry · CAD reconstruction
Reverse EngineeringMelbourne · Australia
Engineering workspace with a machined component, technical drawing and matching CAD model
Design to componentCAD development · documentation · manufactured form
Precision-machined component being checked with a dimensional probe
InspectionCritical features · dimensional verification · accountable delivery

What we do

A scan mesh records surfaces; it is not automatically a production-ready model. True Axis reconstructs intentional geometry, features and relationships so the result can be reviewed, modified and manufactured where appropriate.

01Existing components
02Damaged components
03Obsolete parts
04Castings
05Prototypes
06Parts without CAD
07Old drawings
08Partial dimensional data

The approach

Practical detail.
Clear next steps.

01

Capture the evidence

Use 3D scanning, physical measurement, drawings and functional context to understand the component.

02

Rebuild design intent

Reconstruct features as controlled CAD rather than simply wrapping a surface around raw scan data.

03

Prepare to manufacture

Resolve critical interfaces, review decisions and create drawings or replacement components to scope.

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

    Physical part

    Supply the available component, sample or legacy data.

  2. 02

    Scan + measure

    Capture complex surfaces and critical dimensions.

  3. 03

    CAD reconstruction

    Rebuild clean, editable design geometry.

  4. 04

    Design review

    Confirm interfaces, wear allowances and intent.

  5. 05

    Documentation

    Prepare manufacturing data as required.

  6. 06

    Replacement part

    Manufacture the recreated component where required.

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 physical component
  • Photos and known dimensions
  • Its mating parts or assembly context
  • How it works, failed or must change
Agreed outputs may include
  • Captured geometry and measurement evidence
  • Clean, editable reconstructed CAD
  • Manufacturing drawings where required
  • A replacement-part pathway where appropriate

Frequently asked

01Is a 3D scan the final CAD model?

Usually not. A scan is measured surface evidence. Production-ready CAD typically requires deliberate reconstruction of features, interfaces and design intent.

02Can a worn or damaged part be recreated?

Potentially. Wear, damage and missing features need engineering interpretation, measurement and context from the assembly before geometry is confirmed.

03Do you need the mating components?

They are often useful. Interfaces, mounting points and functional clearances can matter as much as the visible shape of the part itself.

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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