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Achieving Precision in Yacht Refit Projects with 3D Scanning

Mapeex — Sat, 02 May 2026 14:45:34 GMT

Understanding High Precision 3D Scanning

Selecting the Right Gearbox Architecture for High-Performance Applications

Mapeex — Sat, 02 May 2026 14:38:49 GMT

Architecture Is Where the Outcome Is Decided

In high-performance projects, “gearbox selection” is often reduced to torque ratings, ratio availability and what can be sourced quickly. That mindset is understandable, particularly in time-critical programs. But architecture choices decide far more than whether the gearbox survives. They determine how well the drivetrain integrates, how stable it stays under load, how efficiently it manages heat, how serviceable it is on an event schedule, and how much performance headroom remains for the next development step.

Designing Drivetrains for Extreme Load Conditions

Mapeex — Sat, 02 May 2026 14:27:35 GMT

When Nominal Values Are Meaningless

In standard automotive engineering, drivetrain components are often designed around defined torque ratings and predictable duty cycles. In extreme load environments, those nominal values quickly lose relevance. What determines survival is not peak torque on a data sheet, but the combination of shock loading, cyclic fatigue, temperature fluctuation, vibration and alignment deviation experienced in real operation.

Why Point-Based Measurement Is Often Not Enough in Yacht Refits

Mapeex — Sat, 02 May 2026 13:05:09 GMT

Traditional measurement methods have long been used successfully in yacht refit projects. For simpler geometries and clearly defined interfaces, point-based or manual verification can still be sufficient.