Basics of Sheet metal design for Mechanical design engineers

Sheet metal design is an important skill in industry today and will be in the future. Due to its versatility designing with sheet metal finds applications in almost all major industries where physical products are manufacturedThis course covers the essential basic theoretical and practical knowledge required for Designing Sheet metal parts aimed at Design engineers who are designing products The common processesMaterials and the properties which matter for designWhat is anisotropyComparison between hardness, toughness and strengthWhat happens to the Material when it is formed or Bent. The Theory behind Forming and BendingForm-ability and Bend-ability of metal sheets and what factors affect themWhat are underlying principles which make a metal formable.

Forming limit diagrams and how they are createdBending Parameters in designBending direction and its affect on qualityK factor, Neutral axis, Bend allowanceThe concept of Spring-back and ways to reduce itWhat is wrinkling and why does it occur. Deep drawing process and PracticeRolling, hydroforming, Stretch formingJoining processes and their comparisonEquipment used to perform operationsDesign Guidelines to create cost- effective designs which are suitable for manufacturing. Design projects with considerations So if you are a student exploring the world of product design or a design engineer who wants to make products with sheet metal then this courses will be a good value addition.

The course is designed with short to the point explanations with focus on right understanding towards thoughtful design.