Reverse Engineering Services
When drawings don't exist and the part is broken, worn, or discontinued, we recreate it. FD Studios provides reverse engineering services on California's Central Coast—using 3D scanning and CAD to turn a physical object into an accurate, manufacturable file or a finished replacement part.
What is reverse engineering?
Reverse engineering is the process of capturing an existing physical part and rebuilding it as a digital model—without any original blueprints or drawings. It's the answer when a component is no longer made, was never documented, or needs to be improved or replicated.
What we can recreate
- Broken or worn parts that need an exact replacement
- Discontinued components no longer sold by the manufacturer
- Custom or one-off parts with no existing drawings
- Legacy parts you want to improve, modify, or produce in quantity
Our process
- Scan or measure: We capture the part with high-resolution 3D scanning and precise measurement.
- Rebuild in CAD: We recreate the part as an accurate 3D model, correcting wear or damage as needed.
- Deliver: You receive a manufacturable file—or a finished, printed part.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need the original drawings?
No. We work directly from the physical part, so no blueprints are required.
What if my part is broken or worn?
We can often reconstruct missing or damaged features in CAD to restore the part to its original design.
Can you improve the part while recreating it?
Yes—reverse engineering is a great opportunity to strengthen, modify, or optimize a design.
Recreate your part
Have a part that needs recreating? Contact us for a free quote.