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Machine | |||
A collection of components that effectively transmit or transform forces, energy, motion, or loads for a specific purpose | |||
Design | |||
Applying mathematical and scientific principles in order to produce useful devices and processes | |||
Machine Design | |||
Calculating motions, forces, and or energy in order to size, specify geometry and materials for a collection of interrelated components that work safely and effectively together for a specific purpose |
A need must exist for the machine | |
Search for existing machines that may fulfill the need; search for information that may be useful in the design | |
State the function and goals for the machine | |
Outline the criteria and constraints of the design | |
Begin ideation and invention stage (synthesis) | |
Analyze the resulting design | |
Select machine components | |
Detail the design with drawings and specifications | |
Build and test the prototype | |
Produce the design | |
Design a pogo-stick for use by small children |
Conduct a search for existing designs
Name 5 Places that you would search for possible existing designs | |
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Insert functions and goals for the page turning device
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Work in groups of three or four and begin sketching your proposed design | |
Include as many details as you have time | |
Anticipate what types of analysis would be necessary to demonstrate that all design constraints are met. | |
Iterate as you have time between now and our next meeting |
Look at critical loadings | |
Make and clearly state important assumptions | |
Size parts and establish geometry based on what loading analysis suggests | |
Specify materials based on loadings | |
Any parts from stock will greatly reduce cost | |
Any required machining will increase cost | |
parts drawings | |
assembly drawings | |
dimensions | |
tolerances | |
Build, test and take into production
Are there manufacturing concerns? | |
What testing conditions should be set up? | |
How much testing is warranted? | |
How do we establish a factor of safety for this type of device? |