Your connected hardware product design and engineering partner

1.877.235.1004
 

Neptec (now Maxar Technologies)

...

Extreme condition 3D object detection, $32M acquisition by Maxar Technologies.

The Challenge

Ensure the laser 3D scanning technology can operate reliably in world’s harshest work environments.

The Solution

Build 3D virtual model of device for FEA simulation of the design prior to in-field testing.

 

Video: Neptec explains experience working with Design 1st

01.

Tough Design Challenges

Ensure device can operate reliably in the world's harshest environments.

02.

Creative Problem Solving

Use lightweight and strong beryllium metal housing to support laser.

03.

Electronics Integration

Integrate custom PCB’s and laser technology into robust waterproof enclosure.

04.

Rapid Turnaround

Move from concept to functional prototype in under nine weeks.

concept-design

Neptec concept design rendering

exploded view

3D CAD Virtual Simulation

neptec-prototype-unit

Bench model prototype for testing of 3D laser scanning

pre-production-3d-laser-scanning

First volume production unit of fully-functional product

"We needed an up and running engineering team, and we needed them right away. "
- Derek Butler, Director of Engineering, Neptec Design Group

Like what you see?

Check out similar projects below
Tags:
tag1, tag2, tag3

It looks like your browser is out of date. Please upgrade your browser in order to view this website properly.

Step 1 of 2

To book a free consultation, please start by letting us know a bit about your project

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3

Which Best Describes Your business?

Click to select the option that best applies:

Startup

Established Business

Inventor

Next step

What does your project require?

Click to select all options that apply:

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Design

Custom Electronics

Manufacturing & Production

Previous Next step

Do You Have a Minimum of $20,000 in Funding?

Click to select the option that best applies:

Yes, I have funding secured

I have pre-approved funding

No, I don’t have any funding

Previous Next step

Great! Our team is excited to speak with you to make your vision a reality

Please select a meeting time that works best for you:

Hidden
Which Best Describes Your business?
Hidden
What does your project require?
Hidden
Do You Have a Minimum of $20,000 in Funding Already Secured?

Trusted by the world’s most progressive brands