Design & estimation · V2.3 concept generator
ID-Expanding Mandrel Generator
A SolidWorks VBA generator for a fixed-cone, sliding-sleeve expanding mandrel concept built as separate revolved bodies.
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ENGINEERING CONTRIBUTION
Developed the multibody generation sequence, travel references, custom properties, and body-count checks.
Prerequisites
- SolidWorks VBA and the original dimensioned generator source; conceptual geometry needs engineering validation.
Additional setup
- A source download is not published for this design generator.
PROJECT WORKFLOW
How the workflow fits together.
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Parametric design workflow
Separate revolved bodies represent a fixed cone and sliding sleeve. Named-sketch selection, travel references, custom properties and body-count checks organize the parametric concept.
Output & model changes
- The concept generator creates model bodies and travel references. Sleeve slots, hardware selection and stress analysis require further engineering.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Explore the engineering approach.
A source download is not published for this project. Its case study explains the design approach and workflow.
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