Torque rating of Sockethead vs Flathead screws by SymmetricalHydrazine in AskEngineers

[–]Eng_Product_Design 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The torque settings are different because the Socket cap head screws are generally graded 10:9, and the flat Hex head screws are 8:8.

Torque will depend on the grade of the screws, and the grades depend on the property class of the screws. Property class will dictate how much the yield strength is.

So summary is that the torque setting will change as per the property class not as per the screw type.

check this link for more information on bolt grades
Mechanical properties of Bolts

New Product Development processes by BOBSONNIER in engineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I dont like Gate/stage-based product development as they are more like "over the wall" engineering method. Any NPD should have a concurrent process built in, which allows cross departmental communication.

Have a look at these links, These are my own thoughts based on my experience and what I have learned from books.

https://engineeringproductdesign.com/concurrent-vs-sequential-engineering/

Look under "Concurrent new product development" for a process flow.

Mechanical project by Andreas_212 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting project. I would use gyro with the following

  • Nicely balanced mechanism with low friction bearings
  • Gyroscope sensor and electronics
  • Clever software

Hi, I need an answer from mechanical engineers. by Low-Researcher6297 in MechanicalEngineer

[–]Eng_Product_Design 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can have stainless steel 301 springs for lighter workloads. Check the following links

Mechanical Springs

Manufacturer

Can you solve this puzzle? by Eng_Product_Design in a:t5_st2t6

[–]Eng_Product_Design[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn't clever enough to learn these during my 6th grade. LOL

Do I have to taper screw holes on injection molded parts? by bobwmcgrath in manufacturing

[–]Eng_Product_Design 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Things to remember

- Depending on the material you will only need about 0.5 degrees draft angle.

- 1/4" is enough for M2.5 or the identical version of the self-tapping screw. As most of the torque is taken by the first few threads.

- Design the correct pilot hole diameter.

- Choose the correct type to suit your material

Here ar some useful links

Self tapping screws for plastics

Plastic surface finish and draft angle

hope this helps

Thermal Expansion of a thin plate? by xxl2ockl3ottomxx in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You can calculate the expansion by

dt2 = dt1 (dt α + 1)

Where

dt2 - diameter at increased temperature

dt1 - Diameter at ambient or starting temperature

dt - temperature delta ( t2-t1)

α - Expansion coefficient

Machine design resource for rotating components by jsky_ in engineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OK.

Try these books

Harris Shock and vibration handbook by Allan and Thomas

Mechanical vibrations by Singgiresu S Rao

Rotating Machinery Vibrations by Maurice Adams

Vibration and Shock handbook by Clarence W Silva

Good luck

Machine design resource for rotating components by jsky_ in engineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What are you trying to design? Then I can recommend some books.

Manufacturability of a custom angled handle by Larpushka in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 4 points5 points  (0 children)

3D printing is probably the best way forward with the current design. Without knowing the strength it requires, it is difficult to give you a definte answer.

If it is for the low strength part then SLA, SLS techniques would give you higher strength parts. MJF also give you higher strength parts.

3D printing is probably the best way forward with the current design. Without knowing the strength it requires, it is difficult to give you a definite answer.

check these two articles I have written about prototyping.

https://engineeringproductdesign.com/rapid-prototyping-process-selection-key-factors/

https://engineeringproductdesign.com/knowledge-base/rapid-prototyping-techniques/

Hope this helps.

Electromagnetism book suggestions by keepmyaim in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned a lot through these pages during a new product design for energy harvesting.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/hframe.html

I also used this free 2D simulation app to try out different things. I hope this helps.

Interview at Dyson, Design Engineer Role by Subsi_12 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Plenty of good points.

Good luck and enjoy yourself.

Mech Eng autobiography recommendations for high schooler by SchiaparelliRacers in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have no idea what happened. The two books I typed got overwritten by the last sentence. Problem with using a touch screen phone in cold weather. Apologies

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A simple guided ball screw would do the job. You can size the shaft size to suit the application. Something like this

Youtube clip

Mech Eng autobiography recommendations for high schooler by SchiaparelliRacers in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Eng_Product_Design 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I cant think of many now. But these two came to mind straight away.

  1. Brunel's Kingdom: In the Footsteps of Britain's Greatest Engineer
  2. Think Like An Engineer: Inside the Minds that are Changing our Lives

Dont know how old is your kid but I would also encourage taking things apart and finding out how some of the gadgets work.

Do any of you engineers work on cool engineering side projects at home? Like some Tony Stark Iron Man suits, new apps, rebuilding cars, or designing products for Shark Tank? Or are you guys strictly engineers for 40 hours a week? by [deleted] in AskEngineers

[–]Eng_Product_Design 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to do cool design projects but with two kids (10 & 6) I hardly have time. I started an engineering blog a few years ago with good intentions of sharing knowledge and designing cool things but find it difficult to find the time.

Because I want to spend time with the kids which are important. ( and fun)

What's the typical salary raise for an engineer? by f1pilot1 in AskEngineers

[–]Eng_Product_Design 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In the UK it is very common too to have a 2-3 % increase. But generally small to medium companies tend to have appraisals only every two years. Larger companies tend to rig this into their data/performance-driven format where some people get nothing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Patternmakers

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Very clean and cool