SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY

Department of Technology

Tech 142 Product Prototyping and Manufacturing 

                                                                                          

                                                 

Dr. Samuel C. Obi

Spring 2003

                                                                      

Office:  IS 105
Office Phone: 924-3218
Office FAX: 924-3198
Office Hours:  MW 12:00 -2:30 PM

  

Email: sobi@email.sjsu.edu
Web Address: WWW.engr.sjsu.edu/sobi/

 

Catalog Description

Design and development of prototype products. Traditional and non-traditional processes including chemical, electrochemical, mechanical, and thermal. Building jigs, fixtures and molds.  Emphasis on manufacturing products by casting and molding.

 

Prerequisite:    Tech 46 - Introduction to Machining Processes

 

Purpose of the Course

The purpose of this course is to provide advanced study in manufacturing processes. To this end, areas of study will include: pattern making, jig and fixture design and construction, and the nontraditional machining processes of chemical, electrochemical, mechanical and thermal.  Modern methods of rapid prototyping will be covered.

 

Textbook/Material

Hoffman, Edward G. (1996). Jig and Fixture Design. Delmar Publishers, San Francisco.  

 

Handout material will be provided for an overview of the processes discussed in this class.  While research is required on a few of the topics, further research on all the topics by the student is encouraged.

           

References:

            Current and Related Technical Journal and Magazine Articles

 

            DeGarmo, E. P., Black, J. T., & Kohser, R. A. (1997) Materials and       

            Processes in  

            Manufacturing (8th. Ed.). Prentice Hall: New Jersey

 

            Fundamentals of Tool Design, Society of Manufacturing Engineers

 

            Nontraditional Machining Processes, Society of Manufacturing

            Engineers, 2nd  edition, 1984.

 

            Olivo, C. Thomas (1987). Machine Tool Technology and Manufacturing

            Processes, Thomas Olivo Associates, Albany, New York.

 

            Machinery's Handbook, 22nd Edition

 

            Jig and Fixture Handbook, Carr Lane Manufacturing Co.

 

General Course Goals

1.   Develop a general understanding of rationale for prototype development

2.   Participate in activities involved in prototype development

3.   Understand the relations between product prototyping and jig & fixture  

      applications

4.   Comprehend the principles and practices of nontraditional machining systems

      and processes

5.   Develop a broader understanding of machines, pattern making, casting, 

      machining, tooling, teamwork approach, planning, safety, and other

      practices employed in prototype development.

 

Outline of Course Content and Unit Objectives

Unit 1.

            Product Formulation, Design and Development

                        Objectives:

                        a)    Brainstorm and formulate product ideas using team

                               approach

                        b)    Develop original product concept using team approach

                        c)    Translate product concept into a design using team

                                 approach

                        d)    Perform related product development research using team

                               approach

 

            Reading List for Unit 1

1.   Handout materials on product design and development

2.   Related video presentation

3.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

 

Unit 2.

            Pattern Making & Foundry Work

                         Objectives:

                        a)    Develop an understanding of appropriate types of materials

                               used in making patterns.

                        b)    Determine proper adhesives employed in pattern making,

                               and understand the correct gluing techniques.

                        c)    Develop an understanding of shrinkage and draft as they

                                pertain to casting processes.

                        d)    Become familiar with technical terms associated with

                               pattern making/foundry.

                        e)    Design and build patterns needed to complete development

                                                 of the selected team project.

                        f)     Cast samples of work pieces which will be finish machined.

 

            Reading List for Unit 2

1.   Handout materials on green sand casting

2.   Related video presentation (TU0 624B)

3.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

Unit 3.

 

            Tool Design and Construction

 

                        Objectives:

                        a)    Develop an understanding of the need for tooling.

                        b)    Develop an understanding of the purpose of jigs, types of

                               jigs, and how they are made.

                        c)    Develop an understanding of the purpose of fixtures, types 

                               of fixtures, and how they are made.

                        d)    Design and build jigs and fixtures needed to complete

                               development of the selected team project.

 

Reading List for Unit 3

1.   Basic types and functions of jigs and fixtures (pp. 1-75)

2.   Considerations of design economy (pp. 78-122)

3.   Designing and constructing jigs and fixtures (pp. 125-213)

4.   Tool materials (pp. 309-322)

5.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

 

Unit 4.

 

            Nontraditional Machining Processes: Mechanical Energy

                        Objectives:

                        Become familiar with, and develop, an understanding of the        

                                        operating principles, equipment, and applications of:

                                    a)    Abrasive Jet Machining

                                    b)    Ultrasonic Machining

                                    c)    Abrasive Flow Machining

                                    d)    Water Jet and Abrasive Water Jet Cutting

 

Reading List for Unit 4

1.   Handout materials on Mechanical Energy NTM

2.   Video on Abrasive Flow Machining (XS1007)

3.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

Unit 5.

 

            Nontraditional Machining Processes: Thermal

                        Objectives:

                        Become familiar with and develop an understanding of the operating     

                        principles, equipment, and applications of:

                                    a)    Electron Beam Machining

                                    b)    Laser Beam Machining

                                    c)    Electrical Discharge Machining/Cutting/Grinding

                                    d)    Plasma Arc Machining

                                    e)    Thermal Deburring

 

Reading List for Unit 5

1.   Handout materials on Thermal NTM

2.   Video on EDM (XS1005)

3.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

Unit 6.

 

            Nontraditional Machining Processes: Electrical Energy and Chemical

                        Objectives:

                        Become familiar with and develop an understanding of the        

                        operating principles, equipment, and applications of:

                                    a)    Electrochemical Machining

                                    b)    Electrochemical Grinding

                                    c)    Electrochemical Discharge Grinding

                                    d)    Electrochemical Deburring

                                    e)    Shaped Tube Electrolytic Machining

                                    f)     Chemical Material Removal

                                    g)     Chemical Milling

                                    h)     Chemical Blanking

                                    i)      Chemical Engraving

 

Reading List for Unit 6

1.   Handout materials on Electrical Energy and Chemical NTM

2.   Video on Electrochemical Milling (XS1009)

3.   Video on Chemical Milling (XS1008)

4.   Student research (related technical articles)

 

 

Unit 7.

 

            Rapid Prototyping Methods (to be Incorporated in Term Research Paper)

                        Objectives:

                        Become familiar with and develop an understanding of the

                        operating principles, equipment, and applications of:

                                    a)    Stereolithography

                                    b)    Optical Fabrication

                                    c)    Fused Deposition Modeling

                                    d)    Solid Base Curing

                                    e)    Other methods of rapid prototyping

Reading for Unit 7

1.   Library research material for term research paper (required)

2.   Related video on rapid prototyping

 

 

Instructional Methodologies

 

1.    Lectures/Discussions/Presentations

2.    Demonstrations

3.    Laboratory Activities

4.    Video/Film Presentations

5.    Outside Readings and Research Assignments

6.    Field Trips/Tours (contingent upon time)

 

 

Course Policies

 

Attendance: In order to benefit from the lecture and laboratory activities and to complete assignments on time, students are encouraged to attend every class meeting. Attendance is encouraged and could affect the number of points earned on some class/laboratory activities.

 

Written Assignments: All assignments are due as scheduled, and must be typewritten or no points will be awarded. No late papers will be accepted unless specific prior permission has been obtained.  Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period on the designated due date. Outside reading assignments should be typed double spaced on the sheet format provided. (Obtain a copy from instructor). Late assignments will lose 2 points for each they they are late.

 

Laboratory Assignments: All laboratory assignments are to be completed in the laboratories in the Industrial Studies Building. Failure to attend scheduled laboratory times will not provide sufficient time to complete assignments. Make-up lab time will not be granted at the end of the semester.

 

Examinations/Quizzes: There will be one (1) 50-point midterm exam, three (3) 20-point quizzes, and one final exam that is worth 100 points. The final exam is mandatory and must be taken together at the scheduled time during the final's week. No make-up exams/quizzes will be given unless prior permission was obtained from the instructor. No exams will be rescheduled due to student perceived overloads (e.g. two mid-terms, finals back-to-back).

 

NOTE:    Refer to the SJSU General Catalog, Undergraduate Studies, for policies

on absences, incompletes, withdrawals, and plagiarism.

 

 

Lab Cleanup/Tool Control

 

Each student is responsible for cleaning the machine and/or area where they have been working.  You are expected to put forth 100% in the cleanup effort in order to keep the lab and equipment clean and to prevent unsafe working conditions. All tools used must be returned and properly stored in the crib. Every group will be responsible for tool management for about two weeks. (See schedule)

 

Safety

 

It is imperative that each student working in the lab, exercise extreme care and use caution in setting up and operating equipment. If you are uncertain how to operate the equipment, ask for assistance from your instructor. Rooms 122 and 124 are to be used in a safe and organized manner. Therefore, all tools, equipment, utensils, etc. used should be properly returned and stored in their normal places at all times.

 

During the casting process it is recommended that you use ear plugs to protect against possible hearing problems.  Ear plugs may be purchased in the bookstore or at many locations off campus.  Also, protective clothing must be worn during casting. NO OPEN TOED SHOES OR SANDALS WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE LAB.      

 

Required Projects/Assignments

 

This course has been carefully planned to provide the opportunity for students to develop an understanding of advanced machining planning and processes.

 

Outside Readings (45 points)

There will be three outside reading assignments each worth 15 points. Their sources must not be older than 3 years, and must be from materials other than those used/required in the courses, and must be undertaken in any of the seven unit areas of product prototyping and manufacturing covered in the course syllabus. The format and schedule for the outside reading report will be provided by the instructor. Duplication of work by students will not be tolerated.

 

Term Project (small groups) (110 points)

This is the primary laboratory assignment of the course and will require design, planning, and production of a student selected project.  The completed product will be composed of at least two machined parts, at least one of which is from an aluminum casting. A hand-out explaining detailed requirements will be provided.

 

Term Paper

This assignment is to select one of the nontraditional machining processes and undertake an in-depth study of the process, its related applications and trends etc. Students must describe how they would integrate the selected NTM process with any one of the Rapid Prototyping Methods available. The paper should be from 3 to 5 pages in length citing 5 or more references.  The paper must be typewritten, double spaced, and free of errors.  Drawings or photocopies of drawings/pictures (not part of the 3-5 pages) may be included to show a unique feature of a process.  Be sure to cite your references in a reference list on the last page of the paper, using APA format. A format for grading this paper will be provided.

 

Grading

YOU, THE STUDENT, will have a major role in determining the final grade you receive for this course.  To be taken into consideration will be objective and subjective evaluations.  Objective evaluations will include quizzes, unit exams, and a final exam. Subjective evaluations will include a term paper and a term project. 

 

            A numerical breakdown for grading is as follows:

                                                                              

Criteria                            Possible Points      

Outside Reading #1                    15          

Outside Reading #2                    15    

Outside Reading #3                    15   

Quiz #1                                      20                              

Quiz #2                                      20                                          

Quiz #3                                      20                              

Oral Presentation of Term Paper 10                            

Term Paper                                30                            

Term Project (see criteria)           110      

Mid-Term Exam                          50                            

Final Exam (Comp)                     100               

Total                                         405

 

Total/405 = % for final grade                          

 

90-100% = A      

80-89% = B         

70-79% = C  

60-69% = D 

Below 60% = F                                       

Percentages will be adjusted to accommodate + and - grades

                                                                             

                                                                             

Assignments

Note:   Reference material has been placed in the reserve book room in the library. 

 

Outside Reading reports will be due at the beginning of the period on Tuesday of the week they are assigned.  Blank forms will be provided for the reports.

                                                                              

 

Week of: Topic to be Discussed Assignments Due

 

Jan. 22  Course Orientation    
Jan. 27, 29               Product Development etc Small Teams, Drawings, Schedules  
Feb. 3, 5     Pattern making & Foundry Works Lab Work  O.R. #1 
Feb. 10, 12 Pattern making & Foundry Works Lab Work  
Feb. 17, 19 Jig & Fixture Design/Quiz 1 Lab Work  Quiz 1
Feb. 24, 2 Jig & Fixture Design  Lab Work  
Mar. 3, 5  Jig & Fixture Design   Lab Work  
Mar. 10, 1 Review of Class Work Lab Work O.R. #2
Mar. 17, 19 Mid-Term (Mar. 20)/Quiz 2 Overview of NTM  
Mar. 24*-26* SPRING BREAK SPRING BREAK  
Mar. 31*, April 2 Abrasive Jet/Flow Machining  Lab Work Quiz 2
Apr. 7, 9 Orbital Grinding/Water Jet   Lab Work  
Apr. 14,16 Electron/laser beam/EDM   Lab Work  
Apr. 21, 23   Plasma machining/Thermal Deburring Lab Work O.R. #3
Apr. 28, 30 Electrochemical/Chemical Processes/Quiz 3 Lab Work Quiz 3
May 5, 7   Rapid Prototyping/Course Review Report Presentation/Lab Work Term Report
May 12 Group Presentations/Lab Cleanup   Group Project

  

 

FINAL EXAM: Wednesday, May 21, 7:15-9:30