DESIGN AND SIMULATION OF PRESS TOOL FOR MANUFACTURING BRACKET SUPPORTS

Abdullah Al Hossain Newaz; Refat Jahan

DESIGN AND SIMULATION OF PRESS TOOL FOR MANUFACTURING BRACKET SUPPORTS

Authors

Abdullah Al Hossain Newaz

Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT-06604, USA

Refat Jahan

Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of New Haven, CT-06516, USA.

Keywords:

Press Tool, Sheet Metal, SolidWorks, 3D Modeling, FEA, Stress Analysis, Punch, Die, Stripper Plate, Design, Simulation, Durability, Precision, Safety, Cost-effective

Synopsis

Press tools are indispensable in manufacturing, enabling the efficient and precise production of sheet metal components. This project aims to design and develop a fully functional model of a mechanical press tool for producing sheet metal parts. With the integration of SolidWorks software, the models of every component of the press tool will be designed in 3-dimensions with the precision desired. Finite Element Analysis will be carried out stress analysis and simulations for the major components of the machine to determine their resilience, durability and ensure that the designed components fully meet the desired operational and functional requirements. The final design assembly will incorporate the required features like Punch holder, backing plate, Punch plate, Stripper plate, Die Plate Puch and a Die holder. The press tool is required to be functional, manufacturable, maintainable and consistently produces the desired target with great precision and without failing. It must also be safe for use without any risk of causing accidents due to application of force. With the use of SolidWorks, the process of design will be optimized for efficiency and will ensure that the tool is cost effective and user friendly as these are the major goals the project tends to achieve.

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