The Tollycraft yacht is old, the throttle valve is damaged, but the original parts are missing. CAD Micro uses ATOS Q to scan the yacht's throttle valves and uses the resulting STL data for precise 3D printing to produce the required spare parts.
In this chapter, our partner CAD Micro will show you how to reverse engineer your design with ATOS Q. The throttle valve was scanned using a movable scanner and the resulting STL data was used for accurate 3D printing.
Production of pre-prepared parts for yachts
CAD MicroSolutions Inc. carried out a special mission on the high seas, on a 1974 Tollycraft yacht to be exact. One of the two throttle levers in this yacht has broken and must be replaced. However, due to the age of the manufacture, it is very difficult to find the original accessories.
▲Figure 1: 3D scanning on a yacht
▲Figure 2: Incomplete throttle stem
ATOS Q generates reliable STL data
The quality of the scan data determines the success of the reverse engineering. In particular, the capture of precise details and the scanning of hard-to-reach areas are very challenging.
The ATOS Q with the ROT480 rotary table is perfect for this task. Both the setup of the device and the scanning process are quick and easy. Even when mobile devices are required in the field, the ATOS Q has excellent scanning results and can easily obtain high-precision scan data.
"With ATOSQ's advanced technology, we are able to accurately capture the smallest details as well as deep hole areas, which is essential for reverse engineering. Without these, it would be impossible for us to accurately model the throttle stick. 」
——CAD MicroSolutions Inc.
Use 3D scan data for 3D printing
With ZEISS inspection software, a digital copy of the necessary geometry of an existing throttle valve can be provided. The generated STL data can be directly imported into reverse engineering software for 3D printing. As a result, CAD Micro was able to create a second 3D print that resembled the original throttle. Once the 3D printed parts are assembled, they can be used in their original form.