# \#reverse-engineering **URL:** https://forum.revopoint3d.com/tag/reverse-engineering/1.md [Latest](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/tags.md) --- ## [Planetary Gear Drive](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/planetary-gear-drive/44161)
**Author:** [@Scan2Model](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Scan2Model)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 4:30am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/planetary-gear-drive/44161 "2026-10-20T04:30:41Z")
One of my clients asked me to scan a Planetary Gear Drive for a winch last week, my MetroY Pro worked perfectly for this task. He needed a quick CAD model to design new modifications, so I created a Rhino 3D model from … --- ## [Useful Tool: Auto-Orient you 3D scanned STL's (feedback welcome)](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/useful-tool-auto-orient-you-3d-scanned-stls-feedback-welcome/42909)
**Author:** [@george\_3d](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/george_3d)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 7:16pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/useful-tool-auto-orient-you-3d-scanned-stls-feedback-welcome/42909 "2026-07-29T19:16:32Z")
Hi all, I picked up a MetroX Pro a little while back and have really enjoyed getting into 3D scanning — the scanner’s been excellent. The one snag in my workflow was orientation: I can clean up and mesh a scan fine, but… --- ## [Struggling with accurate measurements](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/struggling-with-accurate-measurements/42869)
**Author:** [@robischulze](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/robischulze)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/struggling-with-accurate-measurements/42869 "2026-05-29T18:34:34Z")
Hi all, I’m having trouble getting my scan measurements to match the actual dimensions of my models. Despite trying a lot of different approaches, my scanned dimensions are consistently 0.3–0.5mm off from ground truth. … --- ## [Arizona Scanning Services - Request/Commissioning](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/arizona-scanning-services-request-commissioning/42710)
**Author:** [@Yngr\_dryas](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Yngr_dryas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 9:02pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/arizona-scanning-services-request-commissioning/42710 "2026-05-10T21:02:29Z")
Hello, I am not sure if this is the right area for this post, but reddit sent me this way! I am looking for someone to hire in the Phoenix, AZ area for the scanning of highly detailed small parts. All parts are from 0.… --- ## [Scanning some nice tractorpuller parts - JS showcase](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/scanning-some-nice-tractorpuller-parts-js-showcase/33303)
**Author:** [@J.S](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/J.S)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 11:05am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/scanning-some-nice-tractorpuller-parts-js-showcase/33303 "2026-04-30T11:05:53Z")
Hello you all, As I’m busy in the world of tractorpulling in my spare time, I’m also reverse engineering our whole tractor into CAD, so I can make changes quickly if needed. Today I scanned in the old turbo compressor h… --- ## [Nickluvin's MetroY Showcase](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-metroy-showcase/42136)
**Author:** [@Nickluvin](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Nickluvin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 4:55am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-metroy-showcase/42136 "2026-03-14T04:55:18Z")
New scanner=new showcase I have upgraded to the MetroY and jumped right into some projects for work. Needed to scan a bumper for a Polaris SxS. Made good use of my magnetic markers. Scanned in crossed line mode with B… --- ## [RevoDesign - Reverse-Engineering](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revodesign-reverse-engineering/42108)
**Author:** [@alvenchipmunk](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/alvenchipmunk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 6:23pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revodesign-reverse-engineering/42108 "2026-03-11T18:23:28Z")
Hi, I'm using RevoDesign not Quicksurface. I qualify this by saying the questions are for RevoDesign in particular. I'm trying to use the "combine" function, but it says it only works in the Pro edition. So … --- ## [MIRACO Plus, ZF8HP gearbox scans](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/miraco-plus-zf8hp-gearbox-scans/36254)
**Author:** [@Johnathan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Johnathan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/miraco-plus-zf8hp-gearbox-scans/36254 "2026-02-03T20:09:56Z")
Been doing some gearbox controller development and gearbox adapter plates so thought I would share some of the scans I’ve been doing along the way Audi 4X4 ZF8HP55 gearbox --- ## [Nickluvin's Miraco Showcase](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-miraco-showcase/31170)
**Author:** [@Nickluvin](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Nickluvin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 4:22am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-miraco-showcase/31170 "2026-01-28T04:22:44Z")
Hi everyone! I’ve had my Miraco for several months now and am finally getting around to posting some of the projects I’ve used it for. I purchased a scanner mostly for reverse engineering parts and creating custom vehi… --- ## [Nickluvin's MetroX Showcase](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-metrox-showcase/31416)
**Author:** [@Nickluvin](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Nickluvin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2026, 6:13am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/nickluvins-metrox-showcase/31416 "2026-01-04T06:13:48Z")
Hey! Starting my showcase of MetroX scans. A lot of people have just received their scanners and there will be a lot of these popping up. I also want to use this to highlight issues I’ve seen with some of the modes p… --- ## [Pop 3 Plus Scanning Help!](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/pop-3-plus-scanning-help/41626)
**Author:** [@markg](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/markg)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2026, 7:09pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/pop-3-plus-scanning-help/41626 "2026-01-01T19:09:08Z")
I am a total newbie to the world of 3d scanning. I purchased a Pop 3 Plus about 7 months ago and have tinkered with it to learn. Recently I had a clear piece break off on my Dyson vacuum and thought that maybe this wou… --- ## [Trouble using metro x](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trouble-using-metro-x/41538)
**Author:** [@Jos1](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Jos1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2025, 8:24pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trouble-using-metro-x/41538 "2025-12-25T20:24:18Z")
i am having trouble using 3d scans for 3d printing, is there some sort of post processing? sorry if im asking stupid questions this is my first real scanner. and if there is, what programs should i use. i have a free ver… --- ## [Help with RevoDesign reverse engineer](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/help-with-revodesign-reverse-engineer/41504)
**Author:** [@Zacman](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Zacman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2025, 5:51am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/help-with-revodesign-reverse-engineer/41504 "2025-12-23T05:51:56Z")
I am having issues using revodesign to reverse engineer the attached track it scan. I am able to get the simple geometry down. However, the complex top part is what I am having issues with. Does anyone have any recommend… --- ## [Where is my Revo Design Personal Licence?](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/where-is-my-revo-design-personal-licence/41343)
**Author:** [@fboucher01](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/fboucher01)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2025, 3:52am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/where-is-my-revo-design-personal-licence/41343 "2025-12-11T03:52:13Z")
Hello, I bought a licence for Revo design personal…. where is the download link ? 3 emails to the team and no answer….? Activating by email…. no answer too So…forum now…thanks for your answer --- ## [Deviation-analysis of large, 3d-printed car parts with the Revopoint Trackit](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/deviation-analysis-of-large-3d-printed-car-parts-with-the-revopoint-trackit/40766)
**Author:** [@PrintedForFun](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/PrintedForFun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2025, 12:43am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/deviation-analysis-of-large-3d-printed-car-parts-with-the-revopoint-trackit/40766 "2025-10-17T00:43:22Z")
A project I’m currently working on is requiring big 3d-printed parts to later create carbon molds. Previous tests I conducted indicated PLA+ to be the filament with least warping and shrinkage. After printing 125kg of it… --- ## [Lamborghini twin turbo intake mods, Trackit](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/lamborghini-twin-turbo-intake-mods-trackit/40523)
**Author:** [@Johnathan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Johnathan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2025, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/lamborghini-twin-turbo-intake-mods-trackit/40523 "2025-09-27T21:34:39Z")
Lamborghini inlet system modifications scanned the lower inlet manifold to modify and add port injection without lifting the plenum camber because there isn’t room to add high with it be a convertible, the standard car… --- ## [General Help (optimal scan environment, classes, scanning, and post processing)](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/general-help-optimal-scan-environment-classes-scanning-and-post-processing/39324)
**Author:** [@UnspokenSparrow](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/UnspokenSparrow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 12:01am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/general-help-optimal-scan-environment-classes-scanning-and-post-processing/39324 "2025-07-25T00:01:23Z")
I really appreciate your reply to my post I have tried the Auto turntable mode and have screwed around with how many degrees to turn (from what I’ve tested 15 degrees, and 45 sp/r has worked best). It scans well but I’m … --- ## [Merge together help](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/merge-together-help/38986)
**Author:** [@BUZLIFE](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/BUZLIFE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2025, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/merge-together-help/38986 "2025-07-12T15:25:37Z")
I have a Range 2. I took two scans — one from the top and one from the bottom — in the same project. Then I did all the post-processing work, and now I’m at the point of merging the two. Whether I do it manually or autom… --- ## [VR Glasses or AR glasses for Metro X scanner](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/vr-glasses-or-ar-glasses-for-metro-x-scanner/37952)
**Author:** [@nobletech](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/nobletech)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2025, 1:16pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/vr-glasses-or-ar-glasses-for-metro-x-scanner/37952 "2025-06-18T13:16:53Z")
MY scanner has arrived, but not my new laptop, I was thinking that the user experience would be much better if I could see the laptop display and the target object area with the same glasses on to save time and make for… --- ## [SkreetKar3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Unboxing](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-unboxing/37179)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:13am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-unboxing/37179 "2025-05-29T07:13:09Z")
Unboxing the New Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner: A Game-Changer for Custom Car Parts Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D, and today I’m super excited to share my personal review of the new Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner… --- ## [SkreetKar3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Mustang Bellhousing](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-mustang-bellhousing/37353)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:12am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-mustang-bellhousing/37353 "2025-05-29T07:12:49Z")
Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D! Trackit is now live on KickStarter!! Today, I’m excited to share a new demo scan, this time of a Mustang bellhousing, using the Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner with its early beta… --- ## [SkreetKar3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Drag Wheel Scan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-drag-wheel-scan/37351)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:12am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-drag-wheel-scan/37351 "2025-05-29T07:12:22Z")
Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D! Trackit is now live on Kickstarter!! Today, I’m excited to share another demo scan, this time of a car drag wheel, using the Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner. This demo highlights … --- ## [SkreetKar 3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Intro and Initial scan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar-3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-intro-and-initial-scan/37350)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:11am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar-3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-intro-and-initial-scan/37350 "2025-05-29T07:11:02Z")
Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D! Trackit is now live on Kickstarter!! My name is Sam Lilly, and I run a small business specializing in creating high-quality aftermarket automotive parts. My focus is primarily … --- ## [SkreetKar3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Mustang GT Scans - UNCUT DEMOS](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-mustang-gt-scans-uncut-demos/37639)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:09am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-mustang-gt-scans-uncut-demos/37639 "2025-05-29T07:09:53Z")
Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D! Trackit is now live on Kickstarter!! In our latest demo, we’re diving into the capabilities of the Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner with two exciting scans of a 2000 Ford Mustang G… --- ## [SkreetKar3D | Revopoint 3D - Trackit | Accuracy Test WOW! Nut And Bolt Gauge](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-accuracy-test-wow-nut-and-bolt-gauge/37655)
**Author:** [@Samlilly2](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Samlilly2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 7:07am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/skreetkar3d-revopoint-3d-trackit-accuracy-test-wow-nut-and-bolt-gauge/37655 "2025-05-29T07:07:44Z")
Hey everyone, it’s Sam from SkreetKar 3D! Trackit is now live on Kickstarter! :tada:Don’t miss out We’re back with another deep dive into the scanning capabilities of the Revopoint Trackit 3D Scanner—this time tackling… --- ## [Help with a complex scan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/help-with-a-complex-scan/37196)
**Author:** [@Aalhamada](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Aalhamada)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 7:39pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/help-with-a-complex-scan/37196 "2025-05-14T19:39:38Z")
Hello, I am a kinda of a new to scanning. I used the revopoint miraco stand alone scanner to get scans of complex objects. Now, I got the scans. Yet, I have multiple issues. 1- The scans contains the markers ‘dots’ whi… --- ## [POP2 - RAM1500 Bed for Accessory Rack](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/pop2-ram1500-bed-for-accessory-rack/36823)
**Author:** [@Prototype\_Engineers](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Prototype_Engineers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 12:40pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/pop2-ram1500-bed-for-accessory-rack/36823 "2025-04-30T12:40:44Z")
Dialled-In Mounting, First Go We scanned the tub of a DT Ram 1500 using the Revopoint POP2 to capture anchor point locations for a perfect fit of Murchison Products’ Adventure Rack. From the scan data, we d… --- ## [MetroX Scan of Hyundai i30 Window Regulator Panel](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/metrox-scan-of-hyundai-i30-window-regulator-panel/36556)
**Author:** [@Prototype\_Engineers](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Prototype_Engineers)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 4:23am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/metrox-scan-of-hyundai-i30-window-regulator-panel/36556 "2025-04-30T04:23:03Z")
We used the Revopoint MetroX to 3D scan a front driver side window regulator panel from an FD Hyundai i30. The process was super efficient, and the detail we captured? Absolutely next level ! … --- ## [Sculpting pluging for cleaning scans in Rhino 3D](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/sculpting-pluging-for-cleaning-scans-in-rhino-3d/36772)
**Author:** [@Scan2Model](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Scan2Model)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 3:03pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/sculpting-pluging-for-cleaning-scans-in-rhino-3d/36772 "2025-04-29T15:03:08Z")
Hi All, I use Rhino3D for creating 3D Models from my MIRACO scans. The one function that Rhino 3D has always needed is a Sculpting Function similar to Z-Brush, Blender etc I am no expert in Sculpting (like Catharina :… --- ## [Scanning and Modeling with MetroX and Fusion](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/scanning-and-modeling-with-metrox-and-fusion/36101)
**Author:** [@ZoltanTheZ](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/ZoltanTheZ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2025, 1:34am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/scanning-and-modeling-with-metrox-and-fusion/36101 "2025-04-11T01:34:31Z")
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