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From the Concept to a Product Design
3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) product design is a critical process in modern manufacturing and product development at AME System, enabling designers to create complex, accurate, and optimised designs efficiently. Here’s an overview of how it works and its key components.
Software Tools
CAD Software: At AME we use popular CAD software tool: SolidWorks. It offers a range of functionalities to create, modify, analyse, and optimise designs.
Parametric Design: CAD systems use parametric modelling, where dimensions and design constraints are defined, allowing for easy modifications and iterations.
Conceptualisation and Initial Design
Idea Generation: The design process begins with conceptualising the product. Our designers sketch ideas and develop initial concepts.
3D Modelling: Using CAD software, designers create a three-dimensional model of the product. This model is a virtual representation that includes all the details of the product’s geometry.
Detailed Design and Engineering
- Precision and Detailing: In the next phase our designers add precise dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications to the 3D model. This step ensures that our design proposal meets all your functional and manufacturing requirements.
- Assembly Design: For more complex AME System projects, our designers create assemblies that show how different parts will fit together. This includes defining the relationships and interactions between all AME products and the components.
Simulation and Analysis
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Designers use FEA to simulate and analyse how the product will behave under various conditions such as stress, heat, and vibration.
- Motion Analysis: For products with moving parts, motion analysis helps in understanding the kinematics and dynamics of the design.
Final Design and Documentation
Design Refinement: Based on testing and analysis, the design is refined and optimised for production.
Technical Drawings: Detailed technical drawings and documentation are created, including all specifications required for manufacturing.
AME System 3D printed elements
3D Printed Components
3D Printing: Rapid prototyping through 3D printing allows AME System designers to create physical models of our designs quickly. This helps in validating the design and making necessary adjustments.
Production and Manufacturing
CNC Machining: CAD models are used to program CNC machines for manufacturing the product parts.
Quality Control: Throughout the production process, CAD data is used for quality control, ensuring that the manufactured parts meet the design specifications.
Benefits of 3D CAD Product Design
Accuracy and Precision: CAD software provides high precision and accuracy in AME System design, reducing errors and ensuring consistency.
Visualisation: 3D models allow for better visualisation of the final product, making it easier to detect potential issues early in the design process.
Efficiency: CAD speeds up our design process, enables easy modifications, and allows for quick iterations, which can significantly reduce the time to market.
Cost Savings: By identifying and solving design problems early, CAD helps us in minimising costly revisions during the manufacturing stage
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