Manufacturing Engineering 232
Manufacturing Processes
Learning Group Assignment Two
Learning Group #
Referring to the article, "Assembly: Critical Stages of an Age-Old Issue", by G.
Boothroyd and P. Dewhurst, Manufacturing Engineering, April 1988.
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What are the differences between part DFM and product DFM? Give some examples
of each. When in the design process should these be considered?
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2.
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How are part DFM and product DFM related to DFA? Why is DFA so important?
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3.
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According to the authors, what are the three main assembly evaluation methods used
in industry? What problems are there for companies who fail to use an assembly
evaluation method?
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4.
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What have the authors done to help improve DFM? What is their focus in this
process? In your opinion what is the greatest advantage for the U.S. in improving
DFM?
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