GD&T What is the difference between circularity and cylindricity?
Jun 17, 2020 · I'm going to present a highly contrived example of a shape which would conform to the circularity constraint, and not cylindricity: You can see how in the front view, every cross section is a …
How does Rule-1 guarantee cylindriccity in GD&T?
Dec 1, 2016 · If I have defined the size tolerance of a shaft, how is the maximum cylindricity tolerance automatically specified by rule-1 of GD&T? I mean when a shaft shoulder diameter is defined …
mechanical engineering - Interpreting Positional Tolerance and its ...
Oct 9, 2024 · In this example, we aimed to create a straight shaft, but it ended up curved like a 'C' or a banana. While the shaft meets size specifications, its curvature causes part of the axis to exceed the …
structural engineering - How does the parabolic curve help in the ...
Jan 1, 2021 · A suspension bridge cable is the most effective use of material. Because it uses high tensile cables in a position where they are the most effective material: tension. The parabolic shape …
The best way to model a Lower Suspension wishbone in ansys
Dec 6, 2025 · I am trying to re-create the physics a lower wishbone part in a suspension system would experience in Ansys so I can perform FEA analysis and perform topology optimization on it. In …
Determine the overload threshold of the electric cylinder
Feb 28, 2025 · I am facing an issue and need your suggestions to solve it. I am using an electric cylinder with a 12VDC power supply, a speed of 5mm/s, a pushing force of 6000N, and a stroke length of …
Calculate fastener torque based on material strength
Jan 30, 2025 · Unfortunately 3D prints can vary in strength since so many parameters contribute (layer height, temperatures, pre-load from thermal differences in layers, grain orientation, infill % and …
mechanical engineering - What is the easiest way to regulate the speed ...
May 24, 2020 · I want to design a system that allows a 1kg metal brick to fall under gravity at variable speeds. The brick initial position is 20cm above a flat table. I want to have control on the duration (to r...
Friction versus ratcheting pawl - Engineering Stack Exchange
Sep 23, 2020 · Doesn't a boating cam cleat work in that fashion? Schaefer Marine The harder the rope is pulled (to the left) the tighter the cleat bites it. If you can do the same with your friction pawl it too …
automotive engineering - Is there a way to calculate the equivalent ...
Aug 11, 2024 · After many years of trying to find a replacement for max power to characterize the engine with a single value of torque that is more precise than power, I defined the Weighted average torque. …