CNC machining has completely revolutionized the product development and manufacturing processes today. For instance, product designers can now create 3D CAD models and computer programs, which the CNC machine uses to automate manufacturing and fabricate parts....
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Metal Strength Chart: Here is What Every Product Designer Must Know
What is the ideal metal (or metal alloy) for my project? Product designers commonly ask this question during the product development phase. And while many factors contribute to the success of a metal alloy for a product development project, the alloy’s mechanical...
6 Types of Rivets That Design Engineers Need to Know About
Are you an engineer looking to turn your product design into a reality, or do you have parts you’re looking to assemble using fasteners? If so, you’d agree that rivets are among the most commonly used fasteners for assembly because of their supreme fastening...
CNC CAD Design: An Overview for Product Designers
Computer numerical control (CNC) machinesㅡwhich utilize a rotating cylindrical tool to create cuts in a workpiece autonomouslyㅡhave completely revolutionized the manufacturing industry. This manufacturing technology eliminates the human error common in conventional...
Fillet vs. Chamfer: Understanding the Differences and Functions
What is the difference between a fillet and a chamfer? This question must have crossed your mind if you’re looking to create product designs that will be manufactured using CNC machines or 3D printers. By searching your favorite search engines like Google and Bing,...