3D Scanning & Modelling

BMW Duct: Scan to Print

Completed work

An existing BMW duct, 3D scanned, modelled and printed as a replacement.

Grey 3D-printed BMW duct with a round opening, flared base and two mounting tabs
The finished print, made from a 3D scan of the original BMW duct.

The story

How it came together.

We 3D scanned the original BMW duct, made a printable model from the scan and printed this replacement. The original part gave us the curved shape and mounting points to work from.

Project stage
Completed work
How we made it
3D scanning · 3D modelling · 3D printing
Materials & details
3D-printed plastic

The details

What went into it.

  1. Capture the shape of the original with a 3D scan.

  2. Build a printable model around the opening and mounting points.

  3. Turn that model into a physical replacement.

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