Design and Development of a Guide Bracket for Horizontal Band Sawing Machine by Geometrical Optimization

All modern manufacturing units are striving to develop a cost effective product with optimized reduced weight by using CAE driven design process. In this scenario the product design is stimulated by structural optimization tools like geometrical (topology) optimization, shape optimization or size optimization. For conservation of natural resources and optimum energy utilization, weight reduction has been the main focus of machine tool manufacturers in the present scenario. Weight reduction can be achieved by the introduction of better material, better manufacturing processes and design optimization. In automobile and aircraft sector, geometrical optimization has become an integral tool of product design and development. Geometry (topology) assisted design model gives optimized results which are better and innovative in terms of product design with enhanced structural performance and stability. In other words, simulation saves time, reduces costs, and strengthens the competitiveness of companies, thus strengthened market position. Also Rapid Prototyping has been used over traditional manufacturing and forming for the pattern making process which helps reducing material wastage and time associated with tooling (for Forming). Rapid Prototyping or Additive Manufacturing allows a complex shape to be produced directly and automatically from its 3D CAD model usually within hours with or without the aid of skilled labor. It is suitable and economical for small parts which are required in small numbers.