Hello,

I have questions on other's experiance with probing/scanning in both 2D and 3D, and what seems to be the better method or technology currently available. I am talking about the situation where someone brings in an assembly composed of 15 to 25 parts, most needing holes drilled, few being rectangular, and many non radius curves. How would you rapidly digitize these physical patterns, to an accuracy acceptable to the average woodworking trade?

The above example includes only 2D needs, What is the preferred method when asked to reproduce originally hand carved/cut architectural details, where 3D machining is needed?

The Shopbot probe is an excellent place to start, and I am glad they provide all they do, to facillitate the creativity of the small shop, but I'm seeking greater efficency in moving older existing patterns into the digital world. I've tried having Staples scan large tracings in the past, but that experiance was far from optimal.

Thanks for your input.