Programme

• Knowledge of the theoretical basis and functionality of 3D modeling and structural analysis of mechanical components and systems.
• Knowledge of product development methods and design science for mechanical components and systems.
• Ability to use 3D modeling and structural optimization tools.
• Ability to use methods and tools to design mechanical components and systems.

Core Documentation

J.E. Shigley, Progetto e costruzione di macchine. McGraw-Hill Education; 2020 - Capter 19

Type of evaluation

Verification of learning is through an oral examination (approximately 30 minutes). The oral examination is based on the theoretical and engineering topics covered in the various parts of the course. In the evaluation of the exam, the determination of the final grade will take into account the level and quality of knowledge of the topics, in the ability to present the results of a small personally developed project as well as the use of vocabulary appropriate to the specific technical engineering context.

Programme

1. Engineering Design
• Phases of the Engineering Design
• Product Configuration and modularity. Differences between Configure-to-Order e Engineer-to-Order.
2. Product Lifecycle Management – PLM
• Introduction to Product Life Cycle Management (PLM), tools and methods.
3. Geometrical Modeling and CAD tools
• CAD feature-based modeling, parameters management.
• Annotations on 3D models – Product and Manufacturing Information (PMI).
• Basic concepts on surface modeling.
4. Application Programming Interface
• Programming languages for CAD integration.
• Development examples.

5. Computer-Aided Engineering tools
• CAE systems and applications.
• CAD/CAE interoperability.
• Finite Element Methods (FEM) and numerical tools.
• Structural simulations.
6. Design Optimization tools
• Parametrical optimization: tools and methods.
• Multi-Objective Optimization.
• Topological Optimization in FEM analysis.
• Examples.
7. Reverse Engineering
• Optical instruments for 3D survey.
• 3D scanner: a test case.
8. Design for Additive Manufacturing – DfAM
• 3D printing technologies. Additive Manufacturing from metal powders.
• Design of lattice structures.
• Support structures and orientation.
• Design for Additive Manufacturing: phases, tool, and product development.
• CAD/CAE tools for the additive project.
9. Design for X
• Design for X: definition. Examples of Design for Assembly and Design for Disassembly, etc.
• Concepts of Life Cycle Assessment for the industrial sector.
• Ecodesign methods based on Life Cycle Assessment analysis (Design for Sustainability).
10. 3D Piping modeling
• Design of 3D piping models using CAD software.

Core Documentation

Online documentation on the Moodle site of the course.

Reference Bibliography

Some reference books are: • G. Pahl, W. Beitz, J. Feldhusen, K.H.Grote, “Engineering Design: A Systematic Approach”, Springer, Third Edition, 2007. • E.Manzini, C.A. Vezzoli, “Design for Environmental Sustainability”, Springer 2008. A. Saksvuori, A. Immonen, "Product Lifecycle Management", Springer 2010. • Geoffrey Boothroyd, Peter Dewhurst, Winston A. Knight., “Product Design for Manufacture and Assembly”, CRC Press, Third Edition. 2010. • James G. Bralla, “Design for Manufacturing Handbook”, McGraw Hill, Second Edition, 1986. • Product Design and Development, Fifth Edition, Karl T. Ulrich and Steven D. Eppinger, 2012, McGraw-Hill • Olaf Diegel, Axel Nordin, Damien Motte, “A practical guide to Design for Additive Manufacturing”, Springer, 2019.

Attendance

Attendance is optional but strongly recommended.

Type of evaluation

The learning level assessment consists of an oral test with a project presentation. The final evaluation is measured by a grade from 18/30 to 30/30 with the possibility of honor (cum laude). The minimum grade (18/30) is awarded if the student demonstrates that he can use software tools to solve real problems using the theoretical methods presented in the course. The troubleshooting flow may not be completely smooth. The maximum grade (30/30) is awarded if the student has been able to deepen all the aspects inherent to the proposed project, with deep and detailed considerations. Achieving the maximum rating requires that all topics have been explored in depth with a high level of competence in applying theoretical methods. Honor is given to those who master methods and tools, go beyond the required results, demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the subject, particular property of language, and have high expository, in-depth, and re-elaboration ability, resulting from a wise knowledge of theoretical methods and software tools.

Programme

• Knowledge of the theoretical basis and functionality of 3D modeling and structural analysis of mechanical components and systems.
• Knowledge of product development methods and design science for mechanical components and systems.
• Ability to use 3D modeling and structural optimization tools.
• Ability to use methods and tools to design mechanical components and systems.

Core Documentation

J.E. Shigley, Progetto e costruzione di macchine. McGraw-Hill Education; 2020 - Capter 19

Type of evaluation

Verification of learning is through an oral examination (approximately 30 minutes). The oral examination is based on the theoretical and engineering topics covered in the various parts of the course. In the evaluation of the exam, the determination of the final grade will take into account the level and quality of knowledge of the topics, in the ability to present the results of a small personally developed project as well as the use of vocabulary appropriate to the specific technical engineering context.

Programme

1. Engineering Design
• Phases of the Engineering Design
• Product Configuration and modularity. Differences between Configure-to-Order e Engineer-to-Order.
2. Product Lifecycle Management – PLM
• Introduction to Product Life Cycle Management (PLM), tools and methods.
3. Geometrical Modeling and CAD tools
• CAD feature-based modeling, parameters management.
• Annotations on 3D models – Product and Manufacturing Information (PMI).
• Basic concepts on surface modeling.
4. Application Programming Interface
• Programming languages for CAD integration.
• Development examples.

5. Computer-Aided Engineering tools
• CAE systems and applications.
• CAD/CAE interoperability.
• Finite Element Methods (FEM) and numerical tools.
• Structural simulations.
6. Design Optimization tools
• Parametrical optimization: tools and methods.
• Multi-Objective Optimization.
• Topological Optimization in FEM analysis.
• Examples.
7. Reverse Engineering
• Optical instruments for 3D survey.
• 3D scanner: a test case.
8. Design for Additive Manufacturing – DfAM
• 3D printing technologies. Additive Manufacturing from metal powders.
• Design of lattice structures.
• Support structures and orientation.
• Design for Additive Manufacturing: phases, tool, and product development.
• CAD/CAE tools for the additive project.
9. Design for X
• Design for X: definition. Examples of Design for Assembly and Design for Disassembly, etc.
• Concepts of Life Cycle Assessment for the industrial sector.
• Ecodesign methods based on Life Cycle Assessment analysis (Design for Sustainability).
10. 3D Piping modeling
• Design of 3D piping models using CAD software.

Core Documentation

Online documentation on the Moodle site of the course.

Reference Bibliography

Some reference books are: • G. Pahl, W. Beitz, J. Feldhusen, K.H.Grote, “Engineering Design: A Systematic Approach”, Springer, Third Edition, 2007. • E.Manzini, C.A. Vezzoli, “Design for Environmental Sustainability”, Springer 2008. A. Saksvuori, A. Immonen, "Product Lifecycle Management", Springer 2010. • Geoffrey Boothroyd, Peter Dewhurst, Winston A. Knight., “Product Design for Manufacture and Assembly”, CRC Press, Third Edition. 2010. • James G. Bralla, “Design for Manufacturing Handbook”, McGraw Hill, Second Edition, 1986. • Product Design and Development, Fifth Edition, Karl T. Ulrich and Steven D. Eppinger, 2012, McGraw-Hill • Olaf Diegel, Axel Nordin, Damien Motte, “A practical guide to Design for Additive Manufacturing”, Springer, 2019.

Attendance

Attendance is optional but strongly recommended.

Type of evaluation

The learning level assessment consists of an oral test with a project presentation. The final evaluation is measured by a grade from 18/30 to 30/30 with the possibility of honor (cum laude). The minimum grade (18/30) is awarded if the student demonstrates that he can use software tools to solve real problems using the theoretical methods presented in the course. The troubleshooting flow may not be completely smooth. The maximum grade (30/30) is awarded if the student has been able to deepen all the aspects inherent to the proposed project, with deep and detailed considerations. Achieving the maximum rating requires that all topics have been explored in depth with a high level of competence in applying theoretical methods. Honor is given to those who master methods and tools, go beyond the required results, demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the subject, particular property of language, and have high expository, in-depth, and re-elaboration ability, resulting from a wise knowledge of theoretical methods and software tools.