ISBN : 9780443161148
Author : Mark T. MacLean-Blevins
Publisher : Elsevier
Year : 2024
Language : English
Type : Book
Description : Key features Brings together the worlds of the plastic part designer and the industrial designer and shows how each impacts the success of a development project. Teaches the “Four Pillars” considerations (Materials, Processes, Tooling, and Design) required for every design decision to be made during a plastic part design project. The interrelationship of these considerations with the sustainability intent for the product being developed is taught and illustrated within this new edition. Illustrates the product design process roadmap from creation of the concept through implementation into manufacturing, highlighting steps and methods used throughout the process to limit risk and ensure success. Includes methods and design project management techniques used to ensure an efficient design process and successful manufacturing of the product or part.