Jul
29
Introduction to Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing
With the rise of additive manufacturing processes being utilized in rapid prototyping and low-volume production, it became necessary to develop
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Mechanical Engineering
Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Drilling
This article discusses the economics of drilling operations regarding what to use and when.
Drilling is the process by which
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Drill Dimensional Requirements
Let's consider drilling. This article discusses the necessary considerations whenever specifying the dimensional magnitude and tolerances of drilling
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Spot Facing
This article considers restrictions in place for effective and economical spot-facing in milling.
Spot facing is smoothing a small area
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Curling and Hemming Sheet Metal
Curls are features produced by rolling the edge of a stamped sheet metal part. These curls should generally have a
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Sheet Metal Stamping Stations
This rule provides instruction on the physical placement of stations for stamping operations to prevent weakened dies, allow for manufacturing
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Jul
29
Injection Mold Total Cost Equation
The cost to produce tooling and dies is typically normalized across the expected production volume. This causes small production runs
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Machining Geometry
This article considers the increased complexity of multi-planar designs and the importance of ensuring adequate space for cutters in machining.
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Interrupted Cut Machining
What is interrupted cut machining? How can you do it without breaking cutters? This article covers the general recommendation to
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Jul
29
Design for Manufacturing: Sheet Metal Pressing Alternatives
Sheet metal pressing is the most common form of sheet metal processing available. Despite this, it is not the only
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