Indian Pacific Rail Car 3D Modelling

Scan Hub was engaged to create an accurate digital model of an Indian Pacific passenger rail car for a client responsible for maintaining mining, freight and passenger rolling stock in Western Australia.

The project required separate capture of the rail car body and wheel bogies before combining them into a complete as-built 3D model.

The Challenge

Rail vehicles contain complex geometry and large numbers of interconnected components that are difficult to measure manually. Accurate existing-condition information was required to support ongoing maintenance, engineering and future design work.

Our Solution

Using terrestrial 3D laser scanners, Scan Hub captured the rail vehicle to millimetre accuracy before processing the point cloud into accurate 3D CAD deliverables. The completed model provides engineers with reliable information for maintenance planning, modifications and future engineering projects.

Project Outcome

Replacing manual measurement with accurate 3D reality capture significantly improves efficiency while reducing the potential for costly measurement errors. Scan Hub regularly delivers 3D laser scanning, Scan to CAD and as-built documentation services for rail, mining and industrial clients across Australia.