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Sheet metal Stamping design with Fusion 360 - Chassis frame
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Sheet metal Stamping design with Fusion 360 - Chassis frame

Learn how to design the chassis frame from scratch with methodology and CAD workflows for mechanical engineers
Last updated 4/2026
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Basics of Chassis ladder frame design in vehicle design
  • Design methodology of chassis frame design from scratch
  • Complex Surface design CAD workflows for designing sheet metal brackets for chassis
  • Holistic understanding of how chassis is designed from concept to details

Course content

3 sections41 lectures5h 57m total length
  • Introduction2:20

    Learn the full chassis frame design process from vehicle specifications to a finished sheet metal concept using Fusion 360, covering design methodology, manufacturing considerations, and durability.

  • Body on frame vs monocoque6:07

    Compare body-on-frame and unibody (monocoque) construction, detailing how frame-based designs handle loads, durability, and off-road performance, versus lighter, integrated bodies and improved crash safety.

  • Construction of typical ladder frame3:17

    Learn the basic ladder frame construction with side rails, cross members, and mounting provisions; see how engine, suspension, body mounts, and fuel-tank brackets attach as the vehicle foundation.

  • Design considerations4:26

    Identify four primary chassis frame design considerations: mounting and packaging of systems, design for manufacturing, durability and crash absorption. Explore how vehicle dynamics are affected by frame stiffness.

  • Design methodology in product development5:25

    Explore a step-by-step ladder frame design methodology from concept to production, building concepts, system layouts, and detailed manufacturing-ready designs with mounting provisions for engine, transmission, suspension, and fuel tank.

  • Primary Design Criteria2:07

    Prioritize stiffness and rigidity in the full frame, including bending stiffness and local bracket stiffness, while incorporating durability under powertrain, road, and body loads, and packaging-friendly serviceable mounting provisions.

  • Bending stiffness , how its measured and practical implications2:46

    Explore bending stiffness in vehicle frames, modeled as a 3D frame with center load on a simply supported beam, and learn how deflection under load defines rigidity and durability.

  • Torsional stiffness , how its measured and practical implications3:44

    Explore torsional stiffness as a measure of frame rigidity, computed from load divided by the twist angle under opposing wheel loads, and its impact on off-road performance and durability.

  • How to improve stiffness and Trade offs6:18

    Explore methods to increase bending and torsional stiffness in sheet metal chassis frames, including section height, cross members, and joinery, while balancing weight and packaging trade-offs.

  • Deciding mid section from bending stiffness target5:46

    Design the chassis mid-section to meet the target bending stiffness using the simply supported beam deflection formula; choose a hollow rectangular cross-section to reach the required moment of inertia.

  • Design for strength, durability process and examples5:14

    Explore design for durability and fatigue in sheet metal chassis frames by locating stress concentrations, distributing loads, and applying liberal fillets and smooth transitions for lightweight strength.

Requirements

  • Basics of automotive engineering
  • Familiarity with CAD software preferrably Fusion 360
  • Basics of mechanical design

Description

This is a project based course which takes you through the complete design process of a full chassis Frame for a SUV vehicle.

Section 1 consists of an introduction to some basic concepts related to chassis design and the design methodology associated with design of chassis frame in a vehicle development project

Topics covered :

  1. Vehicle construction - Body on frame vs monocoque (Unibody)  construction

  2. Construction of a typical ladder frame

  3. Design considerations

  4. Design methodology from concept to detail design

  5. primary design criteria which govern initial design

  6. What is Bending stiffness ? how is it measured and its practical importance

  7. What is torsional stiffness ? how is it measured and its practical importance

  8. How to improve stiffness locally with examples

  9. Design for durability and a logical process to follow with examples

  10. Converting vehicle specifications to Design specifications

  11. Developing the dimensions for side members

  12. Design Workflow of front suspension mounting cluster

  13. Design Workflow of Powertrain mounting cluster

  14. Design Workflow of Fuel tank mounting cluster

  15. Design Workflow of Rear suspension mount cluster

  16. Design workflow of Body mounting cluster

A deep dive into the world of chassis design with sheet metal components

Input files are provided which can be used to develop your own designs following the workflows.

The course is a one of a kind practical course which details the intricacies of design along with covering the holistic implications of various aspects .

Who this course is for:

  • Design engineers working in automotive industry
  • Engineering students looking for headstart to develop advanced skills