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.
Carbon Fibre PEEK composite for very high temperature resistance & strength-to-weight ratio
We have been providing advanced polymer and composite solutions in additive manufacturing for a number of years and are delighted to offer another novel material and process suitable for the most demanding applications. Following on from our recent new addition CE...
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...
Long Range Scanning
Recently 3DC have expanded their 3D scanning services to enable the capturing of large spaces in stunning detail. Previously existing technologies allowed 3D scanning of objects up to full vehicle size like this Misubshi example. The latest technology allows long...
Enclosure Design Introduction
PRODUCT DESIGN: An Introduction to Enclosure Design An enclosure is one of the most important aspects of any product: it must ensure the brand is recognisable in terms of quality and aesthetics; capture ergonomic requirements in design for assembly, ease of...
High performance brake cooling systems
Speed and performance are vitally important in motorsport. However, of equal importance the car must have an efficient braking system for the safety of the driver and for racing performance. The 3D Consultancy have a wealth of knowledge and experience in designing,...