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An Overview
The form and fit for a part refers to the desired physical dimensions of the part. Form and Fit models are models resulting from Rapid Prototyping that match these physical dimensions.
Form and fit models are helpful in determining if the specified dimensions of a part are such that the part will fit into complex designs and assemblies. The model can be physically placed within models of such designs and assemblies to verify this fit.
Form and fit models can be used to test assembly, disassembly, and maintenance procedures to verify such procedures will work properly and the models can be manipulated as desired while performing the procedures.
Form and fit models can be examined by various areas of an organization as well as customers to verify that the form of the part will work properly with respect to their own procedures and handling needs. This can include starting development of any packaging required for the part or assemblies that include the part and providing knowledge of any needed changes for procedures.
Form and fit models can be used for ergonomic analysis especially when end-users will be directly handling the final part. The model can be used to determine the level of operator fatigue and discomfort that occurs with handling. Performing this analysis can lead to changes that result in increased productivity and quality of work performed by users.
Examining these models as described above, can result in discovering issues with the proposed physical dimensions of the part early in the design process. Discovering such issues early in the process can reduce the cost of any needed changes.
Disclaimer
DPT may not provide some of the services and/or techniques presented in the Knowledge Center. For a full list of services we do offer, please visit our rapid prototyping page.
