
Explains three rules for extruded holes in sheet metal: maintain edge-to-hole at three times thickness, hole-to-hole at six times thickness, and hole-to-bandage at thickness plus fillet radius to prevent deformation.
Explore key hole-spacing rules for sheet metal design, including minimum hole diameter, spacing between circular and rectangular holes, and distance to bends, plus how to build a design checklist.
Explore the basics of sheet metal bends, including a minimum bend radius equal to sheet thickness and the use of bend relief, with relief depth at 1.5 times thickness.
Learn how embossing forms shallow depressions in sheet metal by stretching and tension, enabling lettering and logos while applying five guidelines for depth and spacing to prevent thinning and failure.
Outline three design guidelines for curls in sheet metal: define the outside radius, set the band to radius plus six times shoe thickness, and maintain minimum edge distance.
Learn the lancing operation in sheet metal design, focusing on shaping without material removal. Follow depth limits up to two times sheet thickness and spacing rules to prevent cross-lancing.
Learn about tabs in sheet metal design: apply two rules for protrusions from edges—tab thickness equals two times sheet thickness, and spacing between tabs at least 1.5 times thickness.
If you are planning to become a sheet metal designer or product design, then this is the right course for you. In this course, you will learn about design considerations; a designer needs to keep in mind while designing a product.
I have not discussed any sheet metal operation here. I am discussing the consideration which a designer should use so that sheet metal parts do not get deform while manufacturing. Overall, 20 considerations have been discussed in the course. Students can make a list of all the points and use the values when they are designing parts in sheet metal. You will also get a detailed lecture on flat length so that your basics are clear before proceeding with the other design features.
Pre-requisites - There are no pre-requisites for this course; you should know about only CAD software as without any CAD knowledge you will not be able to practice.
Course Outcomes- After completing this course, you would have detailed knowledge of
1. Calculating Flat Length
2. Extruded Holes
3. Holes
4. Bends
5. Embossment
6. Cut
7. Hem
8. Notch
9. Dimples
10. Gusset
11. Counterbore
12. Countersinks
13. Lance
14. Burrs
15. Offset bends
16. Knife Edges
17. Fillets
18. Uniform Thickness
19. Welding
20. Stiffener
21. Plating
Who can join?
1. Mechanical Engineers
2. Product Designers
3. Industrial Designers
4. Manufacturing Engineers
5. Sheet Metal Designers