Shaft stress concentration factor
What is Stress concentration?
Mechanical elements such as shafts, gears, support brackets threaded fasteners etc often have 3D features that change its size and shape...
Topology optimization
What is Topology optimization
Topology optimization is a process which optimizes material layout and structure within a given 3D geometrical design space for a defined...
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Concurrent vs Sequential engineering
Concurrent and Sequential Engineering
Concurrent and sequential engineering are two main product design workflow approaches companies follow on interaction between functional teams to share information during the 8 stages of new product...
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In our first product teardown and product design evaluation, we take apart a handheld thermal camera manufactured by SEEK thermal. It is a low to mid-range camera targeted towards general consumers,...
7 types of Additive manufacturing
In simple layman’s language additive manufacturing or commonly known as 3D printing is a manufacturing process in which a variety of chosen material to meet specific needs is laid down layer...
Hybrid Manufacturing
Hybrid Manufacturing is a process in which additive manufacturing and conventional subtractive manufacturing technologies are combined and used together within a single setup to create a part
New Product Development challenges
There is more than one reason why companies should create new products. Developing quality new engineering products consistently and having a stronghold in your niche market is one of the most...
Selecting a Rapid Prototyping Process
The success or failure of a prototype depends on your selection of rapid prototyping processes for the new product development. There are various ways in which engineering product design prototypes can...
An introduction to MEMS
What is MEMS ?
MEMS stands for microelectromechanical system. It is also known by other affiliated names such as microsystems technology (MST) or micromachines. MEMS is...
Sand casting design considerations
Design considerations for sand casting
Sand casting is the most versatile among the manufacturing methods that enables to manufacture very detailed and complex parts from unlimited number of...
Dot forming additive manufacturing technology
Employing Direct Energy Deposition (DED) method, Mitsubishi Electric corporation claims that they have developed a new method to produce high precision parts at high speeds. This unique dot forming technology combines...
3D printing and Investment casting
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When combined with each other, 3D printing, a latest manufacturing technique and investment casting, an oldest metal forming technique, can cut down development time and tooling cost...
