Masters Theses

Design optimization of nonlinear snap-fit integral parts by FEA and statistical analysis

Abstract

"Snap-fit integral attachments are used widely for joining plastic parts. The proliferated use of integral attachment in the form of snap-fit features in designs is due to the ability to mould such parts of great complexity at little cost. The exceptional diversity of part geometry and integral snap-fit features has made it seem that design possibilities may be unlimited. Thus, attempts at optimization might be intractable. A design of experiments (DOE) approach coupled with three-dimensional, geometrical non-linear finite element analysis (FEA) was used to calculate the insertion and retention responses on such parts for various geometrical parameters like length, width and angles"--Abstract, page iii.

Advisor(s)

Choi, Joohyun

Committee Member(s)

Chandrashekhara, K.
Okafor, A. Chukwujekwu (Anthony Chukwujekwu)

Department(s)

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Degree Name

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Publisher

University of Missouri--Rolla

Publication Date

Spring 2006

Pagination

x, 88 pages

Rights

© 2006 Lavanya Nag Goteti, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Citation

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

Fasteners -- Design and constructionFinite element methodPlastics -- MoldingStructural optimization

Thesis Number

T 8962

Print OCLC #

85479419

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