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When to Combine 3D Scanning and Probing for FAI, Deep Holes, Datums, and Critical Features

When to Combine 3D Scanning and Probing for FAI, Deep Holes, Datums, and Critical Features

Learn when to scan, when to probe, and how to merge both into one AS9102-ready workflow for freeform surfaces, deep holes, and datums.

12 Sep, 2026
Blue Laser vs Structured Blue Light: Which Technology Fits Small, Reflective, and Tight-Tolerance Parts?

Blue Laser vs Structured Blue Light: Which Technology Fits Small, Reflective, and Tight-Tolerance Parts?

Compare blue laser and structured blue light 3D scanning for small, reflective, tight-tolerance parts, with ambient light, spray, and accuracy tradeoffs.

12 Sep, 2026
Automotive 3D Scanning Playbook: Choosing a Scanner for Engines, Body Panels, Interiors, Tooling, and Replacement Parts

Automotive 3D Scanning Playbook: Choosing a Scanner for Engines, Body Panels, Interiors, Tooling, and Replacement Parts

A shop-floor guide to matching 3D scanner types, from SIMSCAN-S Gen2 to AccuArm, to automotive jobs: engines, body panels, interiors, tooling, and parts.

12 Sep, 2026
Automated 3D Inspection for Stamped Parts: Hourly QC, Go/No-Go Replacement, and Closed-Loop Reporting

Automated 3D Inspection for Stamped Parts: Hourly QC, Go/No-Go Replacement, and Closed-Loop Reporting

How AM-DESK automated 3D scanning cells replace go/no-go gauges on stamping lines, with hourly QC cycles, GD&T extraction, and MES or QMS reporting.

12 Sep, 2026
AS9100 vs AS9102 for 3D Scanning: Building a Defensible Aerospace First Article Inspection Workflow

AS9100 vs AS9102 for 3D Scanning: Building a Defensible Aerospace First Article Inspection Workflow

AS9100 sets the QMS requirement, AS9102 sets the report format. See where 3D scanning, probing, datum alignment, and raw data fit an aerospace FAI.

12 Sep, 2026
3D Scanner vs Fixed CMM vs Portable CMM: Which Measurement System Should You Use?

3D Scanner vs Fixed CMM vs Portable CMM: Which Measurement System Should You Use?

Compare 3D scanners, fixed CMMs, and portable CMM arms by tolerance, surface type, feature access, speed, and environment to pick the right one.

12 Sep, 2026
Which Metrology-Grade 3D Scanner Fits Reverse Engineering and Occasional Article Inspection?

Which Metrology-Grade 3D Scanner Fits Reverse Engineering and Occasional Article Inspection?

Choose a metrology-grade 3D scanner for scan-to-CAD reverse engineering and occasional article inspection within a 9100-series quality system.

07 Sep, 2026
What Is Reverse Engineering in Manufacturing?

What Is Reverse Engineering in Manufacturing?

Learn how manufacturers turn physical parts into editable CAD using 3D scanning, mesh processing, reconstruction, verification, and controlled release.

07 Sep, 2026
Should You Scan First and Then Probe Critical Features for First Article Inspection?

Should You Scan First and Then Probe Critical Features for First Article Inspection?

Learn when to scan first, when to probe datums first, and how to combine 3D scanning and contact probing in a traceable FAI workflow.

07 Sep, 2026
Can 3D Scans Be Used for AS9102 First Article Inspection Documentation?

Can 3D Scans Be Used for AS9102 First Article Inspection Documentation?

Learn how 3D scan results can support AS9102C Form 3 documentation through characteristic traceability, validated measurement methods, and controlled reports.

07 Sep, 2026
What 3D Scanner Should I Use for Large Parts, Heavy Machinery, or Components Bigger Than a Normal CMM Volume?

What 3D Scanner Should I Use for Large Parts, Heavy Machinery, or Components Bigger Than a Normal CMM Volume?

Choose a 3D scanner for oversized parts and heavy machinery by comparing large-area handheld, optical tracking, photogrammetry, and on-site workflows.

21 Aug, 2026
How Can Manufacturers Use 3D Scanning Data for Digital Transformation and Automated Quality Control?

How Can Manufacturers Use 3D Scanning Data for Digital Transformation and Automated Quality Control?

Learn how manufacturers connect 3D scanning data to automated inspection, traceable quality records, SPC, MES/QMS integration, and process feedback.

21 Aug, 2026
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