Practical 3D Scanning: Disclaimer
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Disclaimer
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| 00:00 | Before we dive into the course, it's important to understand that altering the components or the structure of your vehicle could potentially be dangerous if not done correctly. |
| 00:09 | This doesn't just come down to your design work, but also the quality of the fabrication or manufacturing process used to create the part, as well as the materials used. |
| 00:19 | So, if you have any doubt about the integrity of your design or a part that you intend to use, we recommend you seek the guidance of a suitably qualified engineer. |
| 00:29 | It's also important to understand that not every modification will result in the improvement that you may be expecting. |
| 00:35 | For this reason it's critical to have a complete understanding of the system as a whole and the likely implications that your changes could have, being mindful that you're testing them in the right environment and won't damage other components. |
| 00:48 | Some modifications may also be illegal for road use in some parts of the world or for race use in specific classes. |
| 00:55 | Nobody wants to waste the time and money producing a vehicle that can't legally be used for its intended purpose. |
| 01:02 | So, it's your responsibility to check with your local road authority or motorsport governing body to ensure that your modifications fit within the technical regulation guidelines. |
| 01:12 | In some cases this means working with a qualified engineer throughout the process to ensure that things are being done correctly. |
| 01:19 | It may be all well and good understanding the theory, but often the practical reality tells a different story. |
| 01:25 | So, if you're not confident in your ability to design safe and effective parts, then please consider asking a professional to check over your plans at the very least before diving in. |
| 01:35 | Specific to this course, while 3D scanning can still be used without 3D modelling, if you're new to this topic I'd strongly recommend first completing our 3D modelling and CAD for Motorsport course. |
| 01:47 | This will give you a much stronger foundation to build from as you learn about 3D scanning and open up a lot more possibilities. |
| 01:55 | We'll also be using some CAD modelling techniques later in the course and with the assumption that you're already somewhat familiar with these, we'll be skipping over the basics. |
| 02:04 | Finally, it should go without saying that there is a cost associated with 3D scanning, just as there is with learning to tune a standalone ECU. |
| 02:12 | Albeit, the cost of 3D scanning is generally significantly less. |
| 02:17 | While we've covered the more accessible options, like the use of smartphones, it should be noted that 3D scanners and any CAD software will almost always come at an expense. |
