From December 27 to 29, the 7th China International 3D Printing Conference (Chengdu) was successfully held at the Chengdu Aviation Industrial Park. Centered on the theme "Additive Manufacturing Drives Manufacturing Innovation (3D Printing Enters the Industrial Park)," the event brought together nine academicians and experts in the field of 3D printing, leading industry enterprises, and cutting-edge research achievements.
Academician Lu Bingheng Visits the XTOP3D Booth
XTOP3D participated in the 7th China International 3D Printing Conference (Chengdu), showcasing the XTOM TRANSFORM series of automated blue-light scanning systems and the Tube Qualify 3D tube measurement solution, while demonstrating the application of XTOP3D’s inspection technologies in fields such as reverse engineering, quality control, and automated inspection.
The head of XTOP’s 3D scanning business briefed Academician Lu Bingheng on the application results of their blue-light 3D scanning products.
Applications of Blue-Light 3D Scanning in Additive Manufacturing
Today, high-precision 3D scanning and 3D printing are no longer distinct, isolated technologies. Instead, their integration is rapidly accelerating, playing a vital role in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and vocational education.
The XTOM-MATRIX industrial-grade blue-light 3D scanner captures 3D data models of physical products. Reverse engineering software is then used to reconstruct these models and generate STL data suitable for additive manufacturing, enabling the production of parts via 3D printing.
3D digitization technology allows for the accurate assessment of whether a product's dimensions meet design specifications, facilitating efficient product innovation and design optimization. When combined with 3D printing, this workflow enables the seamless transformation of digital designs into physical products, thereby reducing manufacturing costs and saving time.
3D Model Reconstruction (Reverse Modeling)
Powered by core algorithms and point-cloud quality optimization, the XTOM v10.3 software creates meshes with exceptional detail while enhancing data processing capabilities. This ensures that the 3D-printed parts—including both smooth surfaces and sharp features—more faithfully replicate the actual object.
Inspection of 3D-Printed Metal Parts
Blue-light 3D scanning technology enables the acquisition of accurate, comprehensive 3D data models, facilitating easy part inspection. Using XTOM-INSPECT, users can import and align CAD and mesh files, perform surface comparisons and dimensional analysis, and generate reports.
Inspection and Wear Repair of 3D-Printed Turbine Components
Combining high-precision 3D scanning with additive manufacturing technology not only enables deviation inspection but also plays a crucial role in the component repair process, effectively addressing issues such as long turnaround times and high costs.
