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In this paper, a novel technique is presented to solve tolerance design problems. To achieve the desired performance tolerance, the technique uses a subtle, but significant, change in the design: the addition of a tuning parameter in place of an increase in component precision. Statistical models are used to develop a framework for the tuning parameter design method. Also developed is a new, dimensionless design metric which ranks candidate tuning parameters. A step-by-step method is developed for the application of tuning parameters using this metric. The step-by-step tuning parameter design method is applied to a heavy-duty manual stapler as a clarifying example.
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McAdams, D., Wood, K. Tuning Parameter Tolerance Design: Foundations, Methods, and Measures . Res Eng Des 12, 152–162 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1007/s001630050030
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s001630050030