3D Metrology Services – Automotive – Casting Defect Detection

At EDM Intelligent Solutions, our high-resolution 3D scans of piece parts allow for form measurement down to the µm scale. A form measurement is made by cutting profiles across the 3D part scan data set and those included points are used to gather various form dimensions including radii, angles, slot width, height step and more. With our 3D Metrology Services, we’re able to offer our customers in-depth, non-contact measurements of almost any shape, size, and form. Below is an example of a form inspection for detection of flaws in castings/extrusions of an engine casting. The defect detection and 3D measurements of this component were completed using our MVi5 3D Metrology Center.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Component – Engine Casting
Material – Aluminum
Metrology Services:
- Form Measurement

Delamination

A close-up, side-view microscopic image reveals a cross-section of a material. The top layer appears to be a thin, dark, and somewhat irregular surface, possibly a coating or a damaged area. Beneath this, a thick, porous, and granular layer is visible, characterized by a uniform texture of small, light-colored particles. The bottom layer is a dark, solid line, suggesting a base material or substrate. The overall impression is of a layered composite material with a textured interior.

Lack of Material

A close-up, high-magnification image shows a defect on a metallic surface, highlighted by a red rectangle. The defect appears as a rough, uneven area with some material missing or damaged, disrupting the otherwise smooth, reflective surface of parallel metallic strips.

Porosity

A close-up, low-angle shot shows a rectangular object with a textured, light purple surface. The object has a dark, possibly metallic, base, and its surface is speckled with small, darker dots. A faint, abstract shape is visible on the left side of the purple surface, appearing as a slightly darker, irregular mark.

COMPETITIVE 3D METROLOGY, MEASUREMENT, AND INSPECTION SERVICES

Intelligent solutions to manufacturing and measurement challenges are what we do. Over the past 25 years, we’ve completed thousands of measurement and metrology projects. What differentiates EDM Intelligent Solutions 3D Metrology services from the competition is our unique understanding of each manufacturing process. The EDMIS metrology technicians and applications engineers support their colleagues in our tight tolerance CNC machine shop that produces ultra-precision components for customers every day. Harnessing this unique relationship with manufacturing, our metrology team has the experience needed to fully assist our customers leverage the measurements taken of their components to improve their manufacturing processes. We are confident that we can measure your most challenging components and work with you to fully understand what those measurements tell you about them. To learn more about how EDMIS can help you, contact our metrology team with your request for quote.

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