Comprehensive Reverse Engineering & Metallurgy Services

At NVision, we offer a "one-stop shop" for comprehensive reverse engineering, encompassing 3D scanning, 3D CAD modeling, 2D drawings, and detailed materials analysis. Our advanced capabilities in scanning, engineering, and metallurgy ensure complete and accurate replication of critical components, even without original design documentation. This integrated approach accelerates design turnaround and significantly reduces manufacturing risks and costs.

Why Comprehensive Reverse Engineering Matters

Many specialists, especially in aerospace, frequently work with legacy parts that lack up-to-date documentation. Without high-precision reverse engineering, attempting to replicate these parts can lead to:

  • Improper fit
  • Suboptimal materials
  • Reduced product life
  • Costly rework and delays

NVision's total reverse engineering solution eliminates these risks by combining dimensional accuracy, CAD expertise, and detailed materials analysis to ensure precision and performance.

metallurgy testingOur Complete Reverse Engineering Process

We deliver a full-service reverse engineering solution, combining cutting-edge technology with decades of experience. Our process includes:

  1. 3D Scanning: We utilize ultra-high-precision 3D scanners (laser, structured light, and more) to capture millions of data points in minutes, ideal for delicate and complex parts. For example, for a recent aerospace project, we scanned multiple samples and averaged the data for consistent and accurate modeling, and successfully performed detailed internal scanning of a compact, cylindrical piston.
  2. CAD Model Creation: After scanning, we create high-resolution 3D CAD models. Clients receive models in various formats, including SolidWorks native files and IGES/STEP files. We can also provide optional 2D technical drawings to support manufacturing.
  3. Materials Testing and Metallurgical Analysis: To fully duplicate a part's performance, understanding its material composition and treatment history is crucial. We conduct comprehensive materials testing to identify the metal type, heat treatments, surface finish composition, and tensile strength. Our analyses include metallographic examination, hardness and impact testing, and identification of corrosion or other structural conditions. Using advanced instrumentation, we perform quantitative chemical and physical analyses to determine precise alloy composition, surface coatings, and post-manufacturing treatments. This ensures that replacement parts not only match in shape and size but also meet or exceed mechanical and thermal performance.

Benefits of Partnering with NVision

Choosing NVision for your reverse engineering needs offers significant advantages:

  • Speed: Projects are completed quickly, often in under two weeks.
  • Precision: We achieve sub-millimeter accuracy in scanning and modeling.
  • Material Insight: Our metallurgical testing provides confirmed material composition for all components.
  • Manufacturing Readiness: We deliver production-ready CAD files and prints for fabrication.
  • Reduced Vendor Complexity: As a one-stop shop, we handle every aspect of the process, eliminating the need to work with multiple companies.

By combining 3D scanning, CAD modeling, materials analysis, and metallurgical testing all under one roof, NVision delivers results that are faster, more accurate, and more complete than traditional methods, benefiting a broad range of industries.

Please contact us by phone (817.416.8006) or email (sales@nvision3d.com) or send us a detailed message through our contact form