First off, I want to apologize for the elementary nature of this question. It has only been about 13 years since I did any heat transfer/thermo type calculations.
I have a boxed in area with a know inlet and outlet. I have a flow rate (in CFM) and temperature of the heated air entering this...
Looked through a number of posts related to surface finish and fatigue life in shafts. I was unable to find the specific answer that I am after. Are there recommendations or suggestions for the surface finish to have on a shaft (transmitting up to 1200HP) to best function in fatigue? Are...
We are looking to make the move from V19 to ST3. I am in the process of piloting the draft templates and I cannot get the parts list to be locked to anchor. My draftlist file is V19, and which did not have a check box for "Enable Predefined Origin for Placement" on the General tab of the Parts...
I am working on a large piece of equipment which is mounted using 10 pads. I have the weight, and mounting dimensions. I know that any calculation is a best estimate, not 100% accurate, but I want to be as close as I can be. What is the best method to use to calculate the approximate loading...
I was wondering about the functionality of Workbench v9.0 or v10.0 on a 64-bit system? Looking to possibly improve Solid Edge performance with 64 bit system with 8 GB of RAM, but wonder the effects of compatibility with WB 9.0 or 10.0.
I know of the legal aspects of document retention, but I am looking for a discussion starting point. What are some specific document retention rules that you currently use as standard for your company? Especially as they relate to engineering change notices and calculations/analysis data...
Are there accepted industry standards concerning engineering document retention? This would include Engineering Change Notices, calculations, etc.
Thank you,
Nate Bott
What are some test methods for leak testing fuel tanks. Our tanks are of a welded design, and I am looking for a method of testing them to find any leaks, including pinholes. Any input is greatly appreciated.
I am looking for a way to measure radial loading in a bearing on one of our products. Tried searching for general info, but not very helpful. I have litte to no room to modify current assembly to make it easier to get readings. Any help is greatly appreciated.
A design is being used that utilizes a two cylinder gas engine (24 hp). It is being suggested to direct couple this to a rotor seeing high dynamic loading. Testing of direct couplers has not produced very good results. Also, manufacturers seem to be turned off as soon as they hear it is for a...
Use hydraulic cylinders to open and close folding discharge conveyors. Looking for a proven method for sizing the cylinders based on connection point relation to pivot point. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
My company is looking at using tabbed and slotted pieces of square and rectangular tubing for frame assemblies. The use of tabs and slots allows for a simplified mockup of parts. This would be a lot like Christmas morning assemblies "Insert tab A into slot B". I am looking for any possible...
Although I have used one several times, I cannot remember what it is called, but what I am looking for is the gun like device that "burns" the surface of steel, and provides the chemical composition. Although this is a very simple question, I appreciate any info.
Thanks
Has anyone noticed a difference in performance of steels manufactured from scrap steel as opposed to the traditional method involving pig iron? We have end users of our products saying that the steel is not as good as it used to be. We use more scrap based steel than before, so is there a...
Looking for rules of thumb on baffle design for hydraulic tanks. Company standard, which has been around for years, states that oil passage cutouts have an area "at least 2-1/2 times the total pump inlet area." No one can tell me where this requirement came from. It seems like there would be...
I have a table listing the capacities of a plate roller for different plate thicknesses and lengths. I was wondering if there is an equation that I can use to calculate capacity for plate thicknesses that are not on the chart. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Nate
