Project Details
- Truck Engine Assembly
- Reverse Engineering
This project involved the complete reverse engineering and digital recreation of a tractor engine using advanced blue laser 3D scanning technology and professional CAD modeling techniques. The goal was to capture high-precision surface and geometric data from real physical components, transform them into fully parametric CAD models, and assemble them into a functional model of the engine for future manufacturing, simulation, and educational purposes.
The process began with the scanning of major engine components, starting with the cylindrical engine block. High-resolution surface data was captured to generate accurate point cloud and mesh files. This raw scan data was then processed into a refined 3D CAD model, followed by the creation of a 2D technical drawing, making it suitable for manufacturing reference and documentation.
The crankshaft was scanned next — being a critical rotating component, it required precise multi-angle scanning to ensure accurate reconstruction of journals, fillets, and key features, which were then modeled into a fully parametric digital format.
The cylinder head, being a more intricate component with complex port geometries and cavity details, was scanned with enhanced attention to internal geometry and airflow passages. This data was later converted into an optimized CAD model, maintaining its engineering accuracy.
Additional components like the connecting rod, piston, and mounting brackets were also scanned and modeled with equal precision, ensuring that every motion and fit interface would be preserved accurately in the assembly.
Once all individual models were completed, they were brought together and assembled digitally in a CAD environment to recreate the actual working structure of the engine. The digital assembly perfectly reflects real-world fitment and alignment, enabling further applications such as motion simulation, tolerance analysis, manufacturing planning, and digital twin integration.
This reconstructed engine model was ready for multiple downstream uses — including technical training, virtual demonstrations, design modifications, and engineering documentation — setting the foundation for future innovations in digital manufacturing and reverse engineering workflows.