Insights
3D Consultancy is a division of RBR Engineering Solutions Ltd. We are a UK company whose heritage and pedigree is established in the highly demanding and competitive world of Formula One Racing.
An engineering design and manufacturing consultancy we provide technical solutions utilising advanced 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing, 3D scanning and CAD digital processes using the latest materials and processes, with industry leading expertise in composite materials technologies.
We help clients to embrace and exploit new technologies, materials and processes and we hope that you will find our Insights below of interest.
Britain is out front in removing CO2 from the atmosphere (Carbon Capture)
(article content extracted from The Times 19th January 2023) Britain leads the world in efforts to extract carbon from the air as countries seek technology to slow climate change, experts have said. Machines that suck carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air and power...
Why use Additive Manufacturing?
Our customers come to us often looking to see whether Additive Manufacturing can replace existing technologies and methods for a variety of reasons such as cost, weight reduction, speed, a more sustainable/less waste process or to improve the performance of the part....
Why are Brake Ducts and Cooling Systems Important?
Brake ducts increase the air flow to the brake components, keeping all brake components in their proper temperature ranges. While they capture air to cool the discs and calipers, this impacts on cooling, aerodynamic and tyre performance. The challenge for the system...
MIA membership
The 3D Consultancy have joined the Motorsport Industry Association. The Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) is the world's leading trade association for the motorsport, high performance engineering, services and tuning sectors. In an industry that is constantly...
CTS show attendance
Members of the 3D Consultancy (3DC) Team will be attending the Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) CTS 2022 Show at Silverstone on the 19th and 20th of October at Silverstone. About the CTS Show more details here About the MIA more details here About 3DC: The 3D...
Introduction to Enclosure Design – Part 3
The previous part of our Introduction to Enclosure Design summarised the key design considerations relating to the detailed design. With the goal of producing a functional, marketable and manufacturable product, the Lead Engineer discusses Design for Manufacture and...
Introduction to Enclosure Design – Part 2
The first part of our Introduction to Enclosure Design discussed the functional requirements and overall considerations due to aesthetics and ergonomics. While the functional requirements should encompass all features of a product, our Lead Engineer summarises the key...