Hexagon Unveils CT-scan Data Analysis Software

In the latest release of version 2025.3 of its VG software, Hexagon has incorporated the enhanced version of its Porosity & Inclusion analysis (PIA) tool.

Automotive, aerospace and other manufacturers who use CT scan data analysis for quality assurance are users of this tool. Enhanced with AI, the PIA pinpoints and identifies discrepancies—such as pores and inclusions deep within metal, plastic or composite parts, components or material samples—from early product development stages through final manufacturing. 

“This is the first time our tool combines all previous methods into a single, powerful solution, from analysis to reporting,” says Jan Gräser, product manager VG Product Line, Manufacturing Intelligence Division. “We’ve completely redesigned the user interface for this feature to make it easier for everyone—from beginners to experts—to employ the PIA to understand their results and conduct even the most complex analyses easily, accurately, and efficiently.”

Key features in the Porosity & Inclusion Analysis:

• Intuitive design: All important settings are visible and summarized at a glance; advanced options are accessible on separate tabs.
• Streamlined workflow: All porosity/inclusion analysis procedures have been brought together in a single solution. 
• Improved navigation: The new preview in the analysis dialog combines all key information and makes navigation easier.

Other features in Hexagon’s 2025.3 VG software release:

• Multipart coordinate measurement. This feature simplifies the handling of complex projects by allowing users to view, analyze, and edit measurement plans for multiple parts in one central location. 
• Create and modify dimensions directly in the 3D view.
• Improved deformation field capabilities for optical scans. 
• Enhanced mesh import/export now supports GLB/GLTF, AMF, and 3MF file formats.

“Our goal with the redesigned Porosity & Inclusion Analysis feature, as well as others in version 2025.3, is to streamline the way our users work with our software, helping them make decisions about design and manufacturing parameters faster and more efficiently,” says Dr. Daniela Handl, general manager VG, Manufacturing Intelligence Division. 

For more details about version 2025.3, visit https://volumegraphics.hexagon.com/en/products/vg-software-release-updates.html

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.