What the facility does
3D laser scanning, geometric modeling, and 3D printing.
Areas of expertise
The lab houses state-of-the-art equipment for 3D laser scanning and 3D printing. The high speed 3D laser scanning system uses a high-precision, air-bearing system base and a rotating line-laser probe. It is able to capture up to 225,000 points per second with 10 µm accuracy. The system is used to scan complex-shaped objects of all sizes, especially those with 3D free-form surfaces. The 3D printer builds in real ABS thermoplastic, creating durable models and functional prototypes. It has a build size of 8” x 8” x 6” with a layer thickness of 0.01”.
Research services
- 3D laser scanning
- Reverse engineering
- Non-contact inspection
- 3D modelling
- 3D model viewing (mobile devices)
- Rapid prototyping
- 3D printing
Sectors of application
- Aerospace and satellites
- Arts and cultural industries
- Automotive
- Construction (including building, civil engineering, specialty trades)
- Consumer durables
- Defence and security industries
- Education
- Life sciences, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
- Manufacturing and processing
- Professional and technical services (including legal services, architecture, engineering)
Specialized labs and equipment
| Equipment |
|---|
| LDI Surveyor WS-3040 3D Laser Scanning System |
| Stratasys uPrint SE Plus 3D Printer |