The Use of Finite Element Analysis to Predict Body Build Distortion General Motors Corporation

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Frutiger, Robert L., author.

Conference Name:

International Conference On Vehicle Structural Mechanics & Cae (1995-04-04 : Troy, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1995

Summary:

Finite element methods can be used to simulate a class of variation problems induced by build distortion in the assembly process. The FEM approach was used to study two representative assembly problems:FEM is used to generate sensitivities of various process conditions. Correlation with measured Co-ordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) data is shown.The use of FEM to simulate manufacturing/assembly processes in the automotive industry is in it's infancy. As the new methods are developed this capability can be used to study the assembly process and provide guidance in designing more robust parts and assembly processes

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Publisher Number:

951120

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