This course includes a group term project. The problems of cost determination and evaluation of processing alternatives in the Design-Manufacturing Interface. Approaches for introducing manufacturing capability knowledge into the product design process are covered, with emphasis on part and process simplification, analysis of alternative manufacturing methods based on anticipated volumes, and design for automated assembly. MFE 594 T. Surface Engineering and Tribology Analysis of surface roughness for understanding surface manufacture, modification and performance is emphasized. Friction, wear and lubrication are studied in the context of manufacturing, materials and mechanical engineering.
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This course examines the methods for measuring and analyzing surface texture or roughness. The objective of surface metrology is to support the design of products and processes where the surface finish is critical. Much of the field has been developed in the last ten years. Students will learn methods for discovering and establishing functional correlations between the texture and performance, and between texture and manufacturing processes, which are essential for quality assurance. Students will also learn how to improve the scientific understanding of texture-dependent surface phenomena like grinding, adhesion, scattering, fracture, friction, and wear.