OEM Diesel engine manufacturer

August 2010

Weld Fixtures for OEM Exhaust Assemblies

Example of an EGR prototype design and prototyped weld fixture for dyno testing at a major diesel engine manufacturer. Demonstrating the innovative integration of multiple manufacturing techniques from FEA design to 3D printing for both the part & welding jig, allowing for precise orientation of weld flanges to +/- .001 and +/- 1 deg accuracy

Software

SolidWorks 2019

Designer

Steve Mihalich

Location

Ormond Beach, Florida, USA

OEM Weld Fixture
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Description: Designed a prototype welding jig for testing parts on dyno.
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Use Case: Targeted at commercial truck diesel engine manufacturer.
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Tools Used:

Solidworks and Ansys software for part analysis and mold creation.
Prototyping to validate on engine functionality.
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Outcome: Created a jig that satisfied OEM requirements before the major investment of hard tooling.

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