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How to Remove Chrome Plating From Metal
Chrome plating is a popular finish for metal objects, but it can be difficult to remove if you need to change the color or appearance of the metal underneath. There are a few different methods to remove chrome plating, depending on the type of metal and the amount of...
The Basics of Heat Sinks: How Do They Work?
You don’t need to be an MIT graduate to know that electronic devices and machines generate heat when operating. When left unsupervised, this situation can quickly lead to the device overheating, causing it to malfunction. Then, unless you react quickly enough, this...
Snap-fit Design 101: Basics, Types, and Best Practices for Snap Fit Joints
Have you recently come up with a product idea, or do you need to manufacture parts with special requirements? If so, you’re likely looking to create high-quality parts while reducing manufacturing costs and improving aesthetics and ease of assembly. One essential...
Plain Milling: Learn About How This Machining Process Works
Since the beginning of the first industrial revolution, product design requirements have become more stringent. For instance, in the 1770s, you could fabricate pretty much anything using conventional hand tools. However, turning a product idea into products today...
Angular Milling: Understanding this Fascinating Manufacturing Process
The manufacturing industry is one of the most dynamic industries in the world. For instance, some decades ago, you could manufacture products or parts using only conventional tools. However, it’s quite challenging today to fabricate any part and meet product...
Face Milling 101: Here is What Every Product Designer Must Know
The manufacturing industry has come a long way and seen a lot of advances over the years to become what we have today. For instance, back in the 18th century, skilled workers fabricated parts using conventional hand tools. Unfortunately, not only did this process...
Machining Tolerances 101: Understanding the Basics, Types, and Importance of Machining Tolerance
During the early stages of the first industrial revolution, there was no standard for fabricating machine parts. That meant every machine or manufactured product had its custom design and was built in a “one-off” production style. Although this method allowed...
What is Diamond-like Carbon Coating? Here is What Product Designers Must Know
Are you a product designer looking to create parts or components that will make contact with other parts or assemblies, or do you plan to create products that will be exposed to harsh chemicals or environments? If so, you must choose a material with high wear and...
What is Rapid Prototyping, and How do You Choose the Ideal Prototyping Method?
If you’ve recently come up with a product design, then you’ve probably answered some common questions your manufacturer might have for you. For instance, what are your choice of material, the dimensions, strength, and tolerance requirements, and how many units are you...
What is Swiss Machining? Here is What Every Product Designer Should Know
In the 19th century, pocket watches were the order of the day, and watchmakers had no problem fabricating these watches using conventional lathes. However, things started to take a new turn for watchmakers when they started manufacturing wristwatches. Because...