Main description:

This edited collection of essays from world-leading academic and industrial authors yields insight into all aspects of reverse engineering. Methods of reverse engineering analysis are covered, along with special emphasis on the investigation of surface and internal structures. Frequently-used hardware and software are assessed and advice given on the most suitable choice of system.

Also covered is rapid prototyping and its relationship with successful reverse engineering.

Contents:

to Reverse Engineering.- Methodologies and Techniques for Reverse Engineering-The Potential for Automation with 3-D Laser Scanners.- Reverse Engineering-Hardware and Software.- Selecting a Reverse Engineering System.- to Rapid Prototyping.- Relationship Between Reverse Engineering and Rapid Prototyping.- Reverse Engineering in the Automotive Industry.- Reverse Engineering in the Aerospace Industry.- Reverse Engineering in the Medical Device Industry.- Legal Aspects of Reverse Engineering.- Barriers to Adopting Reverse Engineering.