Theoretical Foundations for Tuning Parameter Tolerance Design

Author

Daniel A. McAdams, Missouri University of Science and Technology
Kristin L. Wood

Abstract

In this paper a novel technique is presented to solve tolerance design problems. To achieve the desired performance tolerance, the technique uses a subtle, but significant, change in the design rather than increasing component precision. This change is the addition of a tuning parameter. Statistical models are used to developed a framework for the tuning parameter design method. Also developed is a new dimensionless design parameter which ranks candidate tuning parameters. The stepby-step tuning parameter design method is applied to a heavy duty manual stapler as a clarifying example.

Recommended Citation

D. A. McAdams and K. L. Wood, "Theoretical Foundations for Tuning Parameter Tolerance Design," Proceedings of the ASME Design Engineering Technical Conference, vol. 3, pp. 127 - 137, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Jan 2000.

The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1115/DETC2000/DFM-14003

Department(s)

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Design Principles; Dimensionless Design Parameter; Formal Design Methods; Tolerance Design; Tuning Parameter Design

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978-079183513-5

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2024 American Society of Mechanical Engineers, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 2000