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Laser scanning and reverse engineering a slurry pump impeller for a replacement part. Conversion to a SOLIDWORKS model from a point cloud.
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Reverse engineering for pump repair
Keeping an industry working
When a pump goes down repairs need to fast and done right. Often the original parts are unavailable due to a pump being obsolete or a part being back ordered.
The shop needs accurate CAD data to create a model, drawing, and create “G-code” prior to machining the part
Part is securely mounted for scanning
Scan with FARO V3 laser scanner
Laser has unique capability to capture surface data deep in vane cavities
Combine top and bottom point cloud scans
Complete point cloud created from top and bottom scans
SOLIDWORKS model created via RAPIDFORM XOR* from point cloud
data.
*Services performed by PSH Mechanical Design.
Ready for g-code creation and machining
Advantages over measurement with hand tools
“Speed”- a couple of hours scanning vs. a couple of days measuring.
Reduction of error due to measurement fatigue and human error.
Ability to digitize difficult to measure features Final result can be easily verified for accuracy Overall savings in time and an increase in quality of
the final product for the customer.