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(2010) Hakala, Antti Mikael
School of Engineering | Master's thesis
CAD-systems are essential tools for designers as they allow for the observation of the complete life cycle and development history of a product. 3D-models are often used as design tools in today's design industry due to the accurate designs they produce. Accurate product data management is essential in CAD-system development and design. Smooth running of the production process is very important in manufacturing due to strict deadlines. The objective of this thesis is to streamline the design of components in the Marine elevator product range and to examine how to build a definitive 3D-model for design industry. The theoretical section comprises of literature review and designer interviews. The section examines various ways of building 3D-models by developing faulty areas of current models. Main development areas include stabilizing the model structurally, updating the model with accurate product data and transferring the model onto the intranet. In the practical section, the best possible model was selected taking into account design resources and the requirements of the designers. As a result, a 3D-model that significantly improves the accuracy of the production process is developed for the Marine product range. The design of the new model is parametric and flexible, which provides designers with the tool they need to meet the demanding challenges of custom manufactured products. The design process has also been enhanced through the automation of drawings. As the model is now available on the intranet, product data and other updates remain up to date at all times.