cad model of the steel strapping machine using 3d scanning reverse engineering
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Reverse Engineering Pneumatic Steel Strapping Machine
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Reverse Engineering Pneumatic Steel Strapping Machine
The Client:
- Industry : Tools Manufacturer
- Location : Australia
The Objective:
- To reverse engineer steel strapping machine for design optimization and document design information digitally.
The Challenges:
- 3D scanning complex machine geometry to capture accurate geometrical dimensions.
- Performing manual dimension measurements to obtain missed-out geometrical information during the 3D scanning process.
- Developing CAD models, 3D and 2D detailed drawings for manufacturing purposes.
- Evaluating the design for stress concentration and performing subsequent optimization to propose better design of the strapping machine 3D scanning complex machine geometry to propose better design of the strapping machine.
The Solution:
- The CAD model of the steel strapping machine was developed using 3D scanning technique and manual dimension measurement. In order to
reverse engineer, the machine was disassembled sequentially to capture accurate geometric information of each individual component. The final
design obtained was utilized to perform structural analysis for identification of stress concentration. - Based on the analysis results, the design was optimized to withstand high stress values without failure.
Reverse engineering is essentially an important method to identify flaws in the existing design of the product and improve the design subsequently, without major investment in cost and time. It is crucial to figure out the potential design errors in the product leading to premature failure.
Apart from competitive benefits, the reverse engineering process imparts manufacturers with comprehensive design information of their product, from which further innovation can be accomplished. A leading tools manufacturer from the Australia approached Australian Design and Drafting Services to reverse engineer steel strapping machine, which possessed a design flaw that led to premature failure. The client needed to investigate the problem through simulation and needed a design solution to overcome the early failure issue.
The Solution:
- The steel strapping machine prototype was transformed into digital CAD model using 3D scanning technique and manual measurements. To reverse engineer the machine, individual components were disassembled and respective geometrical information was recorded to obtain accurate overall design of the machine. Individual component drawings as well as detailed manufacturing drawings were prepared. The components were then analyzed separately for structural integrity and stress concentration to identify
critical areas in design requiring optimization. - Based on the analysis results obtained, it was observed that two of the machine components needed modification in design in order to sustain stress levels resulting during the machine operation. Modifications in the design were made and the new design of the machine was proposed with better ergonomics and strength against loads to withstand premature failure.
Benefits:
- Competitive advantage in the market with improved product design.
- 30% reduction in prototyping test trials.
- Identified major design flaws with reduced turn around and faster time to market.
- Digital design documentation for future modification in design.
About Australian Design and Drafting Services:
Australian Design and Drafting services offers a full range of 2D Drafting, 3D Modeling, Designing to Animation and Walkthrough for Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics engineering modeling, to its global clientele across the AEC industry. Understanding and delivering as per client requirements remains the prime focus, for every project that is undertaken. With a multilayered quality check and flexible time scheduling, quality is maintained and projects are always delivered on time.