Practical No.

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ADM Lab. Exercise No. 6
Name: Subhajit Hazra
Roll No: PC41
Division: 3
Subject: ADM
Batch: B2

Reverse Engineering
Aim: To develop a product by application of reverse engineering technique.

1. Reverse Engineering:
Reverse engineering is the process of taking apart a product, device, or system
to understand how it was designed and how it works. It involves using various
techniques such as disassembling, decompiling, and analyzing the product or
system to gain knowledge and insight. Reverse engineering can be useful in
engineering, manufacturing, software development, and cybersecurity, as it
can be used to improve existing products or create new ones based on the
design of existing ones. However, it is important to be aware of the legal
implications of reverse engineering, as it may be illegal in some cases.
Therefore, it is crucial to seek legal advice before engaging in reverse
engineering activities.

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 Fig. 1: Forward Engineering vs Reverse Engineering

2. 3D Scanner:
A 3D scanner is a device that captures the geometry and texture of a physical
object or environment to create a digital 3D model. 3D scanners use various
technologies such as structured light, laser, or photogrammetry to collect data
points from the surface of an object, and then combine these points to create a
3D model. 3D scanners have many applications, including reverse engineering,
quality control, product design, digital preservation, and medical diagnosis.
They are used in industries such as manufacturing, engineering, art,
archaeology, and medicine. 3D scanners have become increasingly popular due
to their ability to quickly and accurately capture 3D data, which can be used for
a variety of purposes.

Fig. 2: Artec Space Spider 3D Scanner

3. Specifications of Artec Space Spider 3D Scanner:

Table.1 : Specifications of Artec Space Spider
Specification Details
Scanning Technology Blue LED structured light 3D scanning
Scanning Accuracy Up to 0.05 mm
Scanning Volume 90 mm x 70 mm x 60 mm
Texture Resolution 1.3 megapixels

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Scanning Speed 7.5 frames per second
Data Acquisition Speed 1 million points per second
Point Spacing 0.1 mm
Connectivity USB 3.0
Weight 0.85 kg
Dimensions 227 mm x 157 mm x 228 mm
Operating Temperature Range 10°C - 40°C

4. Product to be scanned:

Fig. 3: Fire Extinguisher

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5. Setting up the 3D Scanner:

Fig. 4: Setting up the 3D Scanner

6. Scanning of the Product:

Fig. 5: Scanning of the Product

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7. Final Product after scanning:

Fig. 6: Final Product after scanning

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Conclusion: In this experiment, we aimed to apply reverse engineering
techniques to a product and develop a better version of it. Reverse engineering
involved the disassembly and analysis of the original product to understand its
design and functionality. By using various techniques such as disassembling,
decompiling, and analysing the product, we were able to gain valuable insights
into the product's structure and components. This knowledge was then used to
develop a new and improved version of the product with increased efficiency,
performance, and functionality. The application of reverse engineering in this
experiment allowed us to identify opportunities for optimization and
improvement, leading to the creation of a better product. Overall, this
experiment demonstrated the effectiveness of reverse engineering in product
development and the potential benefits it can provide.