Machine Design Procedure.

Steps for Designing Machine

There is no fixed machine design procedure for when the new machine element of the
machine is being designed a number of options have to be considered. When designing
machine one cannot apply rigid rules to get the best design for the machine at the
lowest possible cost. The designer who develops the habit of following a fixed line
of steps for designing the machine or machine elements cannot come out with the
best product. When the new product is to be developed the problems keep on arising
at design stage, and these can be solved only by having flexible approach and
considering various ways.
Importanct Steps of Designing Machine
Though the machine design procedure is not standard, there are some common steps to
be followed; these can be followed as per the requirements wherever and whenever
necessary. Here are some guidelines as to how the machine design engineer can
proceed with the design:
1) Making the written statement: Make the written statement of what exactly is the
problem for which the machine design has to be done. This statement should be very
clear and as detailed as possible. If you want to develop the new produce write
down the details about the project. This statement is sort of the list of the aims
that are to be achieved from machine design.
2) Consider the possible mechanisms: When you designing the machine consider all
the possible mechanisms which help desired motion or the group of motions in your
proposed machine. From the various options the best can be selected whenever
required.
3) Transmitted forces: Machine is made up of various machine elements on which
various forces are applied. Calculate the forces acting on each of the element and
energy transmitted by them.
4) Material selection: Select the appropriate materials for each element of the
machine so that they can sustain all the forces and at the same time they have
least possible cost.
5) Find allowable stress: All the machine elements are subjected to stress whether
small or large. Considering the various forces acting on the machine elements,
their material and other factors that affect the strength of the machine calculate
the allowable or design stress for the machine elements.
6) Dimensions of the machine elements: Find out the appropriate dimensions for the
machine elements considering the forces acting on it, its material, and design
stress. The size of the machine elements should be such that they should not
distort or break when loads are applied.