Museum of Research Schöningen: Archeology meets 3D Scan-Technology
300.000 years of history are archived at the Museum of Research in Schöningen. 3D metrology solutions help to collect detailed information about the findings. Whether the reconstruction of parts or precise surface inspection: Thus the GOM Scan 1 and the software solution allow an insight into the past, which is accessible to everyone. Learn more about the Museum: https://forschungsmuseum-schoeningen.de/home
HandsOnMetrology: Dedicated to 3D metrology
Welcome to HandsOnMetrology. We are dedicated to 3D scanning and 3D inspection. We want to excite you about 3D metrology. We want to share knowledge. We want to entertain you with stories about makers. All to support your story. Be part of it.
Precupa: Looking to a more sustainable future
Operating for over 40 years at the foot of the Alps, Bavarian firm Precupa builds injection molds for the plastic industry. Together with his team, managing director Thomas März is constantly looking for ways to incorporate innovative and sustainable new technologies, such as Zeiss Reverse Engineering, into Precupa’s workflow. Our Maker Portraits are behind-the-scenes looks at some of the most exciting manufacturing, maintenance and repair service workshops.
Want to learn more about Precupa? Visit www.precupa.de
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Museum of Research Schöningen: Archeology meets 3D Scan-Technology
300.000 years of history are archived at the Museum of Research in Schöningen. 3D metrology solutions help to collect detailed information about the findings. Whether the reconstruction of parts or precise surface inspection: Thus the GOM Scan 1 and the software solution allow an insight into the past, which is accessible to everyone. Learn more about the Museum: https://forschungsmuseum-schoeningen.de/home
How to save time with GOM Inspect Pro
Let Matt show how quality control becomes more efficient using GOM Inspect Pro software. Whether inspecting one or multiple parts, templates transfer pre-made inspection steps in one click. Trend project function furthermore helps when all parts need to be checked at once – making evaluation fast, easy and intuitive.
Stork: MRO with portable 3D scanner
MRO processes with the portable ZEISS T-SCAN hawk 2 are the way to go for the company Stork.The flexibility of the scanner is ideal for the indiviudal quality control and reverse engineering tasks of their customers. Have a look at the daily work at Stork company in our new Maker Story.
T-SCAN hawk 2: All features of the remote control buttons
Let Aysel show you the different possibilities of the control buttons on the back of the T-SCAN hawk 2. It makes starting the remote workflow, zooming in and out, opening the menu and more as easy as a push of the button. Have you got any questions on 3D scanning? Contact us via support@HandsOnMetrology.com
T-SCAN hawk 2: The new Satellite mode
In this Getting Started we demonstrate how to accurately scan large parts with photogrammetry. The new integrated satellite mode ensures precise pre-referencing. No other features, like coded markers, are necessary. Watch the video to see the T-SCAN hawk 2 unleash its full potential.
Do you want to find out more about the portable 3D laser scanner T-SCAN hawk 2? Visit HandsOnMetrology.com/sessions
T-SCAN hawk 2: How does satellite mode work and why do you need it
Scanning larger parts can be challenging. We simplified the the process with the new satellite mode of the handheld laser scanner T-SCAN hawk 2. It does without coded markers thus preparations are easy and fast. Learn more about the advanced way of photogrammetry here. Got any questions? Contact us via support@HandsOnMetrology.com.
New videos: One-Minute Insight
How to use GOM Inspect as a presentation viewer
Get an insight from Victoria, a Software Developer at GOM, and learn why she prefers to use GOM Inspect as a viewer whenever she has to present the results of an inspection job to a client or the team.
All functions shown are available in the current software version.
Have you got any questions about GOM Inspect? Then contact us via email: support@HandsOnMetrology.com
Find the best position for your reference points
Let Benjamin show you how to distribute your reference point markers to get the best 3D scanning result. Don’t make extra work for yourself by sticking on too many markers! The perfect reference point distribution is: extensive and random.
Got any questions about 3D scanning? Contact us via email: support@HandsOnMetrology.com
Use the Clipping Cube function to get a perfect view
Need to look at a project with a lot of details and obstructed parts? Nanno from GOM shows you a trick to get a clear view of just the details you are interested in – by using the Clipping Cube function in GOM Inspect.
All functions shown are available in the current software version.
Have you got any questions about GOM Inspect? Then contact us via email: support@HandsOnMetrology.com
Welcome to the new home of 3D scanning
HandsOnMetrology is the new go-to for everything you want to know about 3D scanning. From step-by-step setup instructions to more advanced tutorials and expert hacks: This platform is made for learning. For getting inspired. And for finding the support you need to deliver 3D scanning excellence. This platform is made for you.

Focus Topic: Demanding Scanning Conditions

How to use a portable
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T-SCAN hawk 2: How to measure in production
Small and portable: the T-SCAN hawk 2 is made for the use in production. See here how it supports your complete process chain from data collection for reverse engineering, different inspection tasks to the digital assembly of produced parts.
Do you want to find out more about the portable 3D laser scanner T-SCAN hawk 2? Visit HandsOnMetrology.com/sessions
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T-SCAN hawk 2: All features of the remote control buttons
Let Aysel show you the different possibilities of the control buttons on the back of the T-SCAN hawk 2. It makes starting the remote workflow, zooming in and out, opening the menu and more as easy as a push of the button. Have you got any questions on 3D scanning? Contact us via support@HandsOnMetrology.com
T-SCAN hawk 2: How to use a 3D scanner for dent detection
Looking for a way to speed up and refine your aircraft MRO? Let Roel show you how the T-SCAN hawk 2 and the Inspect Software aid in various inspection tasks, like GD&T, CAD comparisons or defect maps. Got any questions on 3D scanning? Contact us via support@HandsOnMetrology.com
T-SCAN hawk 2: How does satellite mode work and why do you need it
Scanning larger parts can be challenging. We simplified the the process with the new satellite mode of the handheld laser scanner T-SCAN hawk 2. It does without coded markers thus preparations are easy and fast. Learn more about the advanced way of photogrammetry here. Got any questions? Contact us via support@HandsOnMetrology.com.
GOM Inspect: Get started with 3D inspection
Get a quick overview of 3D inspection with GOM Inspect. In this example, Diederik uses the software for angle inspection and distance inspection. Are the angles in tolerance? How do you use the calliper tool for outer distance inspection? Watch to find out.
All functions shown are available in the current software version.
Do you have any questions about GOM Inspect? Contact us via email: support@HandsOnMetrology.com
Chapters
00:48 Inspect angles
02:19 Inspect distances
ATOS Q: Fast inspection with GOM Inspect
Learn how to perform a fast inspection in GOM Inspect by preparing a project in the inspection workspace, including the prealignment of a CAD file and a surface comparison. After the first scan, you can immediately look at the results.
All functions shown are available in the current software version.
Chapters
00:29 Prepare the project
00:53 Inspection workspace
01:32 Prealignment
01:44 Surface comparison
02:04 Digitizing workspace
02:30 Automated recalculation through parametrics
T-SCAN: Unboxing your new laser scanner system
Meet David and watch him unbox the 3D scanning system T-SCAN. The two hard cases contain: the optical tracker T-TRACK, the touch probe T-POINT, cables, a laptop, a controller, the laser scanner T-SCAN and a tabletop holder. A mobile tripod is also part of the delivery.
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