In the ever-evolving world of watersports, efoiling has taken the spotlight with its thrilling combination of surfing and flying above water. Efoil boards, propelled by electric motors, offer an exhilarating experience, and at the heart of their performance lies the efoil wing. However, this industry is young and manufacturers struggle to survive such as FOIL Inc (getfoil.com) as there is not enough demand out there leaving enthusiasts in a lurch when their favorite wing model is no longer available to purchase and the original designs may be lost. Fortunately, 3D scanning and reverse engineering offer a lifeline for reviving these designs. In this blog post, we'll explore how you can use 3D scanning technology to bring an out-of-production foil wing back to life. Importance of the Efoil Wing The efoil wing is crucial for the lift and stability of the board, directly affecting the rider's experience. Each wing model has its unique design that caters to different riding styles, water conditions, and skill levels. When a beloved wing is no longer produced, finding a suitable replacement can be challenging, making reverse engineering an appealing solution. We have 3D scanned the efoil wing 200 of the FOIL series using the EinScan Pro HD with high accuracy as the initial step to enable full reverse engineering and manufacturing. PART I: 3D SCANNNING TO CAPTURE THE ACCURATE SIZE AND CURVATURE Step 1: Preparing for 3D Scanning Before diving into the scanning process, you'll need the right tools and a suitable environment. Here is what we used.
Step 2: 3D Scanning the Efoil Wing
Step 3: Post Processing
Here is the STL file so you can further reverse engineer and manufacture via 3D printing! ![]()
PART II: REVERSE ENGINEERING
PART III: MANUFACTURING Once satisfied with the redesigned model, it's time to manufacture the wing.
CONCLUSION 3D scanning and reverse engineering provide a powerful combination for resurrecting discontinued efoil wings. By capturing the precise geometry of a classic wing and using modern tools to refine and replicate its design, enthusiasts can continue to enjoy their favorite efoil experiences. Whether you're an efoil aficionado or a watersports innovator, this technology opens up a world of possibilities for preserving and enhancing the sport. So, don't despair about FOIL Inc going bust, let technology breathe new life into it! Growshapes the official U.S. distributor of Shining 3D EinScan 3D scanners. We now carry the eviXscan 3D scanner from Evatronix as well!
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