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Introduction
11 Lessons-
PreviewIntroduction to the course
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PreviewBody on frame vs monocoque
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StartConstruction of typical ladder frame
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StartDesign considerations
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StartDesign methodology in product development
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PreviewPrimary Design Criteria
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StartBending stiffness , how its measured and practical implications
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StartTorsional stiffness , how its measured and practical implications
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StartHow to improve stiffness and Trade offs
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StartDeciding mid section from bending stiffness target
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StartDesign for strength, durability process and examples
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CAD Workflow
28 Lessons-
StartSpring dome and Upper control arm mounting Design part 1
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StartSpring dome and Upper control arm mounting Design part 2
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StartSpring dome and Upper control arm mounting Design part 3
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StartSpring dome and Upper control arm mounting Design part 4
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StartFront LCA Cross member
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StartFront LCA Cross member Part 2
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StartFront LCA bracket part 1
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StartFront LCA bracket part 2
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StartRear LCA Bracket Part 1
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StartRear LCA bracket Part 2
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StartEngine mount bracket Part 1
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StartEngine mount bracket Part 2
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StartTransmission Mount cross member part 1
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StartTransmission mount cross member part 2
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PreviewFuel Tank cross member mid Part 1
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StartFuel Tank cross member mid Part 2
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StartFuel Tank Rear cross member and bracket Part 1
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StartFuel Tank Rear cross member and bracket Part 2
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StartFuel tank front cross member and Bracket
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StartRear Trailing link
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StartRear Upper link mount bracket
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StartRear Coil spring dome
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StartRear shock absorber mounting
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StartBody Mount outrigger 1
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StartBody mount outrigger 2
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StartBody mount Outrigger 3
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StartBody mount Outrigger 4 and cross member
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StartSpare wheel cross member
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Concept design of Chassis Frame with Fusion 360
Learn how to design a complete frame from scratch for an SUV vehicle
Course Summary
This is a project based course which takes you through the complete design process of a full chassis Frame for a SUV vehicle.
Course begins with an introduction to some basic concepts related to chassis design and the design methodology associated with design of chassis frame in a vehicle development project
Topics covered :
- Vehicle construction - Body on frame vs monocoque (Unibody) construction
- Construction of a typical ladder frame
- Design considerations
- Design methodology from concept to detail design
- Primary design criteria which govern initial design
- What is Bending stiffness? how is it measured and its practical importance
- What is torsional stiffness? how is it measured and its practical importance
- How to improve stiffness locally with examples
- Design for durability and a logical process to follow with examples
- Converting vehicle specifications to Design specifications
- Developing the dimensions for side members
- Design Workflow of front suspension mounting cluster
- Design Workflow of Powertrain mounting cluster
- Design Workflow of Fuel tank mounting cluster
- Design Workflow of Rear suspension mount cluster
- Design workflow of Body mounting cluster
A deep dive into the world of chassis design with sheet metal components
Input reference files are provided which can be used to develop your own designs following the workflows.
The course is a one of a kind practical course which details the intricacies of design along with covering the holistic implications of various aspects .
Course Curriculum
Mufaddal Rasheed
Mufaddal Rasheed is a mechanical design engineer , inventor and online entrepreneur working towards building a comprehensive knowledge resource base for students and mechanical design professionals with focus on building skills and knowledge to design mechanical products
The goal is to build a comprehensive knowledge eco-system for mechanical design engineers and aspirants which would prepare an individual for engineering innovation and advance their careers in terms of knowledge.
Experienced professional with 7+ years experience in Automotive product development designing chassis and suspension systems and being part of multiple projects from concept to production.
He is passionate about mechanical design and innovation and writes regularly on Quora with a Top writer badge.
Core belief is that engineering is a lifelong learning process and for a designer it is "the more you know the better you design"
Working towards developing an alternate solution to the problems of engineering education and upskilling for economic growth.