[ { "#": "Sample", "Text Entry": "Maintain a minimum edge distance of 1.5 hole diameter to prevent breakout.", "Topic": "Fasteners", "Source": "DFM Guideline", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "NASA Fastener Design Manual", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "1", "Text Entry": "Keep CAD models fully constrained to prevent parts from moving unpredictably in assemblies.", "Topic": "Parametric Modeling", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Constraints", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD/Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "2", "Text Entry": "Avoid unconstrained sketches, they make assemblies non-deterministic and difficult to modify.", "Topic": "Assembly Design", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Constraints", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD/Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "3", "Text Entry": "Ensure holes designed for fasteners are slightly larger than the nominal fastener size to account for tolerance.", "Topic": "Tolerancing", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "4", "Text Entry": "Do not design overly deep holes or thin walls that are difficult or impossible to machine.", "Topic": "Machining", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Wall", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "5", "Text Entry": "Aesthetic features like fillets or chamfers should not interfere with manufacturability or tool access.", "Topic": "Design for Manufacturability", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Fillet/Chamfer", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "6", "Text Entry": "Use as few sketches as possible while maintaining full parametric relationships \u201a simpler sketches reduce model complexity.", "Topic": "CAD Best Practices", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Model", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD Modeling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Check model sanity before fabrication \u201a basic DFM rules can prevent avoidable errors.", "Topic": "Design Verification", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist-based", "Feature Type": "Model", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": "General DFM", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": " tools should provide deterministic outputs \u201a engineers need repeatable, controllable results for trust.", "Topic": " in Manufacturing", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": " System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": " /Software", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": " chatbots may miss nuanced design reasoning \u201a physical intuition and edge cases matter.", "Topic": " Limitations", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Conceptual", "Feature Type": " Assistant", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": " /Software", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "An ideal tool would combine a DFM checklist with explanations and external learning links.", "Topic": " Design Opportunities", "Source": "Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Educational", "Feature Type": " System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "", "Manufacturing Type": " /Software", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The maximum depth of holes we recommend is 4 x the nominal diameter.", "Topic": "Hole Depth", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Deep holes risk tool deflection and poor chip evacuation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "10 x the nominal diameter is typical and 40 x the nominal diameter is feasible.", "Topic": "Hole Depth", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Capability", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes with standard diameter are preferred.", "Topic": "Hole Sizing", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes with non-standard diameter must be machined with an end mill tool.", "Topic": "Hole Sizing", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Blind holes machined with a drill have a conical floor (135o angle).", "Topic": "Drilled Holes", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes machined with an end mill tool will be flat.", "Topic": "Milled Holes", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/design-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Walls thinner than 0.020 in. (0.5mm) typically do not survive the machining process.", "Topic": "Wall Thickness", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Turning guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Wall", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thin walls deform and cause chatter.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Small features may be allowed, but the diameter in any region should not be less than 0.030 in. (0.76mm).", "Topic": "Feature Size", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Turning guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Small Feature", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Sharp conical points are allowed; angles should be greater than 30 degrees.", "Topic": "Angles", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Turning guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Point/Chamfer", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Typically, Protolabs can maintain a machining tolerance of +/- 0.005 in. (0.13mm).", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Turning guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Because milling is done with round tools, sharp internal corners cannot be achieved.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a CNC design guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/fictiv-cnc-machining-design-guide", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "End mills are round; internal corners require a radius.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Radiused corners are required, and must be larger than the cutter to be used.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a CNC design guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/fictiv-cnc-machining-design-guide", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The radius of the corner will be half the diameter of the cutting tool.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a CNC design guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/fictiv-cnc-machining-design-guide", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The depth of the countersink should be no more than 60% of the material thickness.", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/guidelines/countersinking/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles may not match fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Using a countersink depth that's more than about 60% of the material thickness can start to weaken the material.", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Blog", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/blog/benefits-of-countersinking/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles may not match fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Form tolerances apply to metal machined components.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Plastic and composite materials are typically double the tolerance amount for metals.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Sharp internal corners where vertical walls meet cannot be machined using any end mill due to the tool geometry.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Optimizing part design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/help/getting-started/optimizing-part-design-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "End mills are round; internal corners require a radius.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The most common tolerance standards ... are defined by ISO 2768 and ISO 286.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Whitepaper", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.pro/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/UK-mastering-CNC-tolerances-1.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "CNC Turning Diameter: 3.95 in. Length: 9 in.", "Topic": "Capabilities", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Capability", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Wall Thickness: 0.020 in. Angle: 30 +/- 0.005 in.", "Topic": "Capabilities", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Capability", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thin walls deform and cause chatter.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Flange length must be at least 4 times the material thickness.", "Topic": "Flange Length", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Sheet Metal guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Flange", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/sheet-metal-fabrication/design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "A +/- 1 degree tolerance on all bend angles is generally acceptable in the industry.", "Topic": "Bend Angles", "Source": "Geomiq \u201a Sheet metal guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://geomiq.com/sheet-metal-design-guide/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep the inside bend radius at least equal to the material thickness.", "Topic": "Bend Radius", "Source": "Geomiq \u201a Sheet metal guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://geomiq.com/sheet-metal-design-guide/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Tight bend radius can crack material or spring back.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For air bending, leg/flange length should be \u201a\u00e2\u2022 4 T.", "Topic": "Flange Length", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet metal tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Flange", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.pro/en/articles/sheet-metal-bending-design-tips/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For bottoming, increase to \u201a\u00e2\u2022 6 T.", "Topic": "Flange Length", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet metal tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Flange", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.pro/en/articles/sheet-metal-bending-design-tips/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "When placing holes, slots, and similar features in your part design, be sure to locate them at least 4x the material thickness away from any edges or inside corners.", "Topic": "Feature to Edge", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Bend radii", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/the-basics-of-bend-radii-in-sheet-metal/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes can be at least 2.5X MT from bend edges while slots should have more clearance at 4X MT.", "Topic": "Hole/Slot to Bend", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet Metal Design Guide (PDF)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/340051/Design_Guides/Xometry_DesignGuide_SheetMetal.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Be sure to place holes and slots at least 2 times the material\u201a thickness from part edges.", "Topic": "Hole/Slot to Edge", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet Metal Design Guide (PDF)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/340051/Design_Guides/Xometry_DesignGuide_SheetMetal.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For most materials, the minimum flange length should be met for at least ~50-60% of the bend\u201a length on both sides of the bend.", "Topic": "Flange Contact", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Bending", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Flange", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/guidelines/bending/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The minimum edge distance should not be less than 1.5D.", "Topic": "Edge Distance", "Source": "NASA \u201a Fastener Design Manual", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/19900009424/downloads/19900009424.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Common design practice is to use a nominal edge distance of 2D from the fastener hole centerline.", "Topic": "Edge Distance", "Source": "NASA \u201a Fastener Design Manual", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://psfeg.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/NASA_RP-1228.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The nominal distance between fasteners is 4D.", "Topic": "Fastener Spacing", "Source": "NASA \u201a Fastener Design Manual", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Pattern", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://psfeg.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/NASA_RP-1228.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The distance from the center of a bolt to an edge of a part shall not be less than 1.5 times the nominal diameter of the bolt.", "Topic": "Edge Distance", "Source": " SC \u201a Bolted connections", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.aisc.org/globalassets/aisc/manual/15th-ed-ref-list/edge-distance-spacing-and-bearing-in-bolted-connections_lewis_1996.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "0.5 degrees on all vertical faces is strongly advised.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-moldability-with-draft/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "1 to 2 degrees works very well in most situations.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-moldability-with-draft/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "3 degrees is minimum for a shutoff (metal sliding on metal).", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-moldability-with-draft/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "3 degrees is required for light texture (PM-T1).", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-moldability-with-draft/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "5 or more degrees is required for heavy texture (PM-T2).", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-moldability-with-draft/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Applying 1 to 2 degrees works well in most scenarios.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Moldability guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/guides-and-trend-reports/designing-for-moldability-fundamental-elements/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "1 degree of draft per 1 inch of cavity depth is a good rule of thumb.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Wall thickness", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-design-with-uniform-wall-thickness/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "In general, the recommendation is to add a minimum of 1 degree of draft per inch of mold cavity depth.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Draft angle", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/knowledge-base/draft-angle/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For every 0.1mm depth of texture, an additional 0.4-degree draft angle is recommended.", "Topic": "Draft/Texture", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Draft video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/videos/injection-molding-draft-angles/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Typically, designers apply draft angles of 1.5 to 2 degrees to injection molded parts at mold depths up to 2 inches.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Draft angle", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/draft-angle-injection-molding", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use a thickness equal to 0.5 main wall thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Preference-based; confirm desired level of automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Define a height smaller than 3 rib thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Add a draft angle of at least 0.25 - 0.5.", "Topic": "Ribs/Draft", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Add a min. distance between ribs and walls of 4 rib thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs/Spacing", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Rib Thickness - The thickness of a rib must be no more than 60% of the nominal wall thickness of the part.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Plastic ribs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/resources/injection-molding/plastic-ribs-for-injection-molding-design/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ribs won\u201a\u00c4\u00f4t precipitate sink marks and the structure uses less material, too.", "Topic": "Sink Marks/Ribs", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Wall thickness", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/wall-thickness-recommendations-for-injection-molding", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Bends \u00ac\u00b1 1 degree", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Hole Diameters \u00ac\u00b1 0.005 in.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Edge to Edge/Hole; Hole to Hole \u00ac\u00b1 0.005 in.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Feature spacing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Hardware edge/Hole \u00ac\u00b1 0.010 in.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hardware", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Bend to edge \u00ac\u00b1 0.010 in.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Multiple surfaces \u00ac\u00b1 0.030 in.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Basic Design Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/help-center/basic-design-guidelines/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ovality at a tube bend should not exceed 10% (5% to 8% typical).", "Topic": "Tube Bending", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tube", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "Forming", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Tube end point tolerance is +/- .063\u201a to ensure fit and assembly.", "Topic": "Tube Bending", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tube", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "Forming", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid Deep Features", "Topic": "Feature Depth", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a 10 tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Pocket/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/10-tips-to-improve-your-cad-designs-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid Sharp Internal Corners", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a 10 tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/10-tips-to-improve-your-cad-designs-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "End mills are round; internal corners require a radius.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "This limits, for example, the minimum wall thickness that a CNC machined part can have and the maximum aspect ratio of tall features.", "Topic": "Stiffness Limits", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC machining guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Wall/Tall feature", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The difference between 82 and 90 countersinks", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/education/video/adding-countersinking-to-your-parts/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles may not match fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "How to model and verify a countersink in your CAD design", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Video", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Educational", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/education/video/adding-countersinking-to-your-parts/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles may not match fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Rib thickness at the base should be between 50-70% of the nominal wall thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "SOLIDWORKS Blog \u201a Cardinal rules", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://blogs.solidworks.com/solidworksblog/2015/02/the-cardinal-rules-of-designing-injection-molded-plastic-parts.html", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Rib height should be 2.5 \u201a 3X the nominal wall thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "SOLIDWORKS Blog \u201a Cardinal rules", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://blogs.solidworks.com/solidworksblog/2015/02/the-cardinal-rules-of-designing-injection-molded-plastic-parts.html", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ribs should have 0.5 \u201a 1.5 degrees of draft.", "Topic": "Ribs/Draft", "Source": "SOLIDWORKS Blog \u201a Cardinal rules", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://blogs.solidworks.com/solidworksblog/2015/02/the-cardinal-rules-of-designing-injection-molded-plastic-parts.html", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The distance of holes from the bend should be at least 2.5x the material thickness.", "Topic": "Hole to Bend", "Source": "Xometry \u201a AU sheet metal tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.au/design-tips-sheet-metal-bending/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Slots should be placed at a distance of at least 4x the material thickness from the bend edges.", "Topic": "Slot to Bend", "Source": "Xometry \u201a AU sheet metal tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.au/design-tips-sheet-metal-bending/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Protolabs provides a range of internal bend radius tooling options between 0.01 in. and 1 in.", "Topic": "Bend Radius Tooling", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Sheet metal toolkit", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Capability", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-for-sheet-metal-fabrication-toolkit/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Flange length must be at least 4 times the material thickness.", "Topic": "Flange Length", "Source": "Geomiq \u201a Sheet metal guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Flange", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://geomiq.com/sheet-metal-design-guide/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For thin materials, buckling between fasteners can be a problem.", "Topic": "Fastener Spacing", "Source": "NASA \u201a Fastener Design Manual", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Pattern", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://psfeg.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/NASA_RP-1228.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Rib thickness should not exceed 60 percent of the nominal thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs", "Source": "GrabCAD \u201a Guidelines", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://grabcad.com/tutorials/helpful-injection-molding-design-guidelines", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The distance between two ribs should be 2 \u201a 3X the nominal wall thickness.", "Topic": "Ribs Spacing", "Source": "SOLIDWORKS Blog \u201a Cardinal rules", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Rib", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://blogs.solidworks.com/solidworksblog/2015/02/the-cardinal-rules-of-designing-injection-molded-plastic-parts.html", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Thick ribs cause sink and warpage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes and slots should be at least 6X MT from each other.", "Topic": "Feature Spacing", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet Metal Design Guide (PDF)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/340051/Design_Guides/Xometry_DesignGuide_SheetMetal.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Holes of .100\u201a or smaller in diameter may be slightly larger than standard tolerances.", "Topic": "Small Holes", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "If a square part needs to mate into a square hole, then other techniques \u201a like drilling relief holes in the corners \u201a can help.", "Topic": "Relief Holes", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a 10 tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Corner/Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/10-tips-to-improve-your-cad-designs-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "A good rule of thumb is to apply 1 degree of draft per 1 inch of cavity depth.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Injection basics", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/injection-molding-basics/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "In most situations, 2 degrees is the amount to look for.", "Topic": "Draft", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Draft analysis (SOLIDWORKS)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/blog/design-validation-with-solidworks-injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Draft eases ejection and protects surfaces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Snap-fit joints are a very simple, economical and rapid way of joining two parts without fasteners or tools.", "Topic": "Snap-Fits", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Snap-fit", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The most common internal bend radius (and our default) is 0.030 in. (0.762mm).", "Topic": "Bend Radius", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a 8 mistakes in sheet metal", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Bend", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/8-mistakes-to-avoid-when-designing-sheet-metal-parts/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Be sure to place holes away from bends at a distance of at least 2.5 times the material\u201a thickness plus the bend radius.", "Topic": "Hole to Bend", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet Metal Design Guide (PDF)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/340051/Design_Guides/Xometry_DesignGuide_SheetMetal.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Part Length Over 60\" \u201a Angularity Tolerance 1.", "Topic": "Tolerances", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Manufacturing Standards", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/manufacturing-standards/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Missing tolerance can cause rework and fit issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "If possible, the countersink should not be deeper than 60% of the material thickness.", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "SendCutSend \u201a Tapping & countersinking", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://sendcutsend.com/blog/tapping-laser-cut-holes-and-designing-for-countersinking/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles may not match fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The minimum edge distance ... is at least 1.5 times the bolt diameter.", "Topic": "Edge Distance", "Source": "NASA-STD-5020", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://s3vi.ndc.nasa.gov/ssri-kb/static/resources/nasa-std-5020.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The larger the corner radius, the fewer passes the machine will take and the lower the cost.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Optimizing part design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/help/getting-started/optimizing-part-design-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Milling", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Additional Notes on CNC Turning Guidelines", "Topic": "Capabilities", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Turning service", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/services/cnc-machining/cnc-turning/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Turning", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Hole and Slot Dimensions: Keep hole and slot diameters at least as large as 1X MT.", "Topic": "Holes/Slots", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Sheet Metal Design Guide (PDF)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole/Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/340051/Design_Guides/Xometry_DesignGuide_SheetMetal.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "CNC Machining Design Guide", "Topic": "General", "Source": "Geomiq \u201a CNC Design Guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://geomiq.com/cnc-design-guide/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Potential DFM concern; verify against context.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Overhangs exceeding 45 typically require support.", "Topic": "Overhangs", "Source": "Autodesk \u201a Additive design guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Surface", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.autodesk.com/solutions/additive-manufacturing/overview", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Steeper overhangs sag without support in FFF/SLA.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Bridging performs best under ~10\u201a 20 mm spans without support.", "Topic": "Bridging", "Source": "Prusa \u201a Print quality guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Bridge", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://help.prusa3d.com/", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Long bridges droop and under-extrude.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Thin walls below two perimeters are fragile and may not slice reliably.", "Topic": "Wall Thickness", "Source": "Ultimaker \u201a Design for FFF", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Wall", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://support.ultimaker.com/", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Insufficient perimeters cause weak, porous walls.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Orient parts to align tensile load with layer direction.", "Topic": "Anisotropy", "Source": "Formlabs \u201a Design guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Orientation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://support.formlabs.com/", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "Layer adhesion is weaker than intralayer strength.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Minimum embossed detail ~0.4 mm; debossed ~0.6 mm.", "Topic": "Text/Detail", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a 3D printing guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Text", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/ultimate-guide-to-3d-printing", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Small features may not resolve after post-processing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Datums establish a frame of reference for measurement.", "Topic": "Datums", "Source": "GD&T Basics \u201a Datums", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Datum", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.gdandtbasics.com/datums/", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "Without datums, measurements are ambiguous.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Position controls location using true position tolerance.", "Topic": "Position", "Source": "GD&T Basics \u201a Position", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.gdandtbasics.com/position/", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "Use position for hole patterns instead of \u00ac\u00b1 linear tolerances.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "MMC allows additional tolerance when the feature departs MMC.", "Topic": "MMC", "Source": "GD&T Basics \u201a MMC", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Feature of Size", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.gdandtbasics.com/mmc/", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "MMC bonus tolerance improves manufacturability and fit.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use composite position for tighter pattern relative to datums.", "Topic": "Composite Position", "Source": "GD&T Basics \u201a Composite", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Pattern", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.gdandtbasics.com/composite-position/", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Composite control separates pattern spacing from datum location.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Perpendicularity controls angularity relative to a datum.", "Topic": "Perpendicularity", "Source": "GD&T Basics \u201a Perpendicularity", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Face", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.gdandtbasics.com/perpendicularity/", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Prevents stack-up from relying on tight size tolerances.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "General tolerances per ISO 2768 apply if not otherwise specified.", "Topic": "General Tolerances", "Source": "ISO 2768 summary \u201a Xometry EU", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "General", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://xometry.pro/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/UK-mastering-CNC-tolerances-1.pdf", "Manufacturing Type": "GD&T", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "State general tolerance standard to avoid ambiguity.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use standard thread sizes and pitches wherever possible.", "Topic": "Threads", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Threads guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Thread", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/knowledge-base/threads-and-tapped-holes-cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Standard taps reduce tooling changes and cost.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Thread engagement of 1 to 1.5 diameter is typical for metals.", "Topic": "Thread Engagement", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Threaded holes", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Thread", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/articles/threaded-holes-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Short engagement risks stripping under load.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid threading to the bottom of blind holes; leave relief.", "Topic": "Thread Relief", "Source": "Xometry \u201a Threaded holes", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Thread", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.xometry.com/resources/machining/threaded-holes/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly/Fastening", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Prevents tap bottoming and broken tools.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Provide adequate access for the torch and filler.", "Topic": "Weld Accessibility", "Source": "Miller \u201a Design for welding", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Joint", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.millerwelds.com/resources/article-library/design-for-welding", "Manufacturing Type": "Welding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Poor access leads to defects and rework.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use joints that permit welding in the flat position when possible.", "Topic": "Weld Position", "Source": "Lincoln Electric \u201a Weld design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Joint", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.lincolnelectric.com/en/Support/welding-resources", "Manufacturing Type": "Welding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Flat positions produce higher quality and productivity.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid excessive restraint; design to minimize distortion.", "Topic": "Weld Distortion", "Source": "Miller \u201a Distortion control", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.millerwelds.com/resources/article-library/controlling-welding-distortion", "Manufacturing Type": "Welding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "Heat shrinkage causes warping; sequence and fixturing help.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Hole diameters often print undersized; ream or drill to final size.", "Topic": "Printed Holes", "Source": "Prusa \u201a Design tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://help.prusa3d.com/", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Expect shrink; finish to tolerance after printing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use chamfers at hole entries to help with tapping and assembly.", "Topic": "Chamfers", "Source": "Ultimaker \u201a Design tips", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Chamfer", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://support.ultimaker.com/", "Manufacturing Type": "3D Printing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Chamfers guide fasteners and reduce burrs.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Prefer larger internal radii to reduce tool passes and cost.", "Topic": "Internal Corners", "Source": "Fictiv \u201a Optimizing part design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Corner", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fictiv.com/help/getting-started/optimizing-part-design-for-cnc-machining", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Bigger radii allow faster roughing and finishing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep slot width \u201a\u00e2\u2022 tool diameter to avoid special tools.", "Topic": "Slots", "Source": "Hubs \u201a CNC guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Slot", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/cnc-machining/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Too-narrow slots require micro-tools and slow feeds.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid deep, narrow pockets due to limited flute length.", "Topic": "Pockets", "Source": "FiveFlute \u201a DFM guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Pocket", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.fiveflute.com/guide/cnc-machining-dfm-design-guidelines-for-milled-parts/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "High aspect pockets chatter and deflect.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep uniform wall thickness to reduce warpage.", "Topic": "Wall Uniformity", "Source": "Protolabs \u201a Injection moldability", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Wall", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.protolabs.com/resources/design-tips/improving-part-design-with-uniform-wall-thickness/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Uniform walls cool evenly and reduce sink.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Embossed text should be at least 0.5 mm high for legibility.", "Topic": "Text", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Injection Molding guide", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Text", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/guides/injection-molding/", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Small characters fill in and become unreadable.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Countersink angles commonly 82 (inch) and 90 (metric).", "Topic": "Countersink", "Source": "Hubs \u201a Knowledge base", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Countersink", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.hubs.com/knowledge-base/what-are-countersinking-holes-and-how-do-you-use-them/", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Non-standard angles misfit common fasteners.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cIntegrate manufacturability considerations from the earliest stages of product design.\u201d", "Topic": "Early DFM Integration", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Verify that manufacturing feedback was included before concept freeze.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cReduce product complexity without compromising functionality.\u201d", "Topic": "Simplification", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Check if part count and geometry complexity have been minimized.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cUse standard components and processes wherever possible.\u201d", "Topic": "Standardization", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Component", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Confirm that off-the-shelf or common parts are used instead of custom ones.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cSelect materials based on cost, availability, and manufacturability.\u201d", "Topic": "Material Selection", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Material", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Verify that chosen materials balance strength, cost, and ease of processing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cDesign assemblies to minimize the number of assembly steps and specialized tools.\u201d", "Topic": "Assembly Optimization", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Check that parts can be assembled with minimal fasteners or jigs.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cEnsure parts can only be assembled in the correct orientation.\u201d", "Topic": "Assembly Error Proofing", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Verify physical constraints or keyed features to prevent misassembly.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cIncorporate inspection and quality control features directly into the design.\u201d", "Topic": "Quality Integration", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Quality", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "QA/QC", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Check for datum surfaces, gauge points, or inspection accessibility.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cConduct preliminary DFM assessments during concept development.\u201d", "Topic": "DFM Assessment", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Product Development", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Verify that manufacturability was reviewed in early design milestones.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cIterate designs using DFM analysis results to reduce cost and complexity.\u201d", "Topic": "Iterative Refinement", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Confirm that design revisions address manufacturability feedback.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cIntegrate digital simulation tools to test manufacturability virtually.\u201d", "Topic": "Simulation Validation", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Simulation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Industry 4.0", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Check whether design has been validated using DFM software or digital twins.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cDesign products with modular components for easier disassembly and recycling.\u201d", "Topic": "Design for Disassembly", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sustainable Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Verify modularity and material separation for end-of-life recovery.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cAvoid mixed materials that are difficult to separate during recycling.\u201d", "Topic": "Material Separation", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Material", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sustainable Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Flag designs that combine dissimilar materials in bonded joints.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cMeasure DFM success by tracking cost reduction, time-to-market, and defect rates.\u201d", "Topic": "KPI Measurement", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Verify that DFM metrics are defined and measured per iteration.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cEnsure cross-functional collaboration between design, engineering, and manufacturing.\u201d", "Topic": "Team Integration", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Confirm multi-disciplinary review sign-offs before release.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cInclude sustainability goals alongside manufacturing objectives.\u201d", "Topic": "Sustainability Alignment", "Source": "6Sigma.us", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-in-focus/design-for-manufacturing-dfm/", "Manufacturing Type": "Sustainable Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Ensure environmental performance is part of manufacturability review.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cDFM ensures your design can be produced smoothly and successfully on the first try.\u201d", "Topic": "Manufacturability Assurance", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Confirms design has been validated against manufacturer constraints.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cMove DFM to the front of the process and use automated tools to handle complexity.\u201d", "Topic": "Early DFM Integration", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Verify that manufacturability checks are run before design freeze.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cCopper clearance and trace width must meet both electrical performance requirements and the manufacturer\u2019s capabilities.\u201d", "Topic": "Copper & Trace Width", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Copper", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Fabrication", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Compare design rule values to fab house minimums.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cAnnular ring width must ensure proper drill alignment tolerance to prevent broken rings.\u201d", "Topic": "Annular Ring", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Via", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Fabrication", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Check pad/via annular ring meets drill alignment spec.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cVia-in-pad designs risk solder paste flowing into the via during reflow, leading to bad solder joints.\u201d", "Topic": "Via-in-Pad", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Via", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Flag via-in-pad unless plugged or capped.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cEnsure sufficient spacing between pads and components to prevent bridging or tombstoning.\u201d", "Topic": "Pad Spacing", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Pad", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Maintain pad spacing per IPC-7351 or fab rules.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cSilkscreen should not overlap with pads as it can affect soldering.\u201d", "Topic": "Silkscreen Clearance", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Silkscreen", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Detect silkscreen overlaps during DFM review.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cBoard thickness, slots, and shaping tolerances relate directly to mechanical strength and cost.\u201d", "Topic": "Board Mechanics", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Board Outline", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Fabrication", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Evaluate thickness and cutouts for manufacturability and stiffness.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cA DFM checklist must include DFT checks\u2014adding test points for key signals and ensuring probe accessibility.\u201d", "Topic": "Testability (DFT)", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Test Point", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Testing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Verify accessible test points exist for all critical nets.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cThermal management design must be considered\u2014heat accumulation leads to component overheating.\u201d", "Topic": "Thermal Management", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Thermal", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Confirm copper pours, vias, or heat sinks manage power dissipation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cUse components from an Approved Vendor List (AVL) to avoid EOL and long lead times.\u201d", "Topic": "Component Lifecycle", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Component", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "Supply Chain", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Check that each part number is active and available.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cCommunicate with the factory before finalizing design to understand manufacturing lead times.\u201d", "Topic": "Lead Time Awareness", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "Supply Chain", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Confirm that process-specific lead times were reviewed with fab house.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cAutomated DFM tools can identify and resolve issues before design submission, reducing risks by up to 90%.\u201d", "Topic": "Automated Review", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Checklist", "Explanation": "Verify design passed automated DFM tool validation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cComponent layout spacing must ensure pick-and-place machines have room to operate.\u201d", "Topic": "Component Spacing", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Component", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Ensure mechanical clearance for automated assembly.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cFor fine-pitch components, use a flatter surface finish such as ENIG instead of HASL.\u201d", "Topic": "Surface Finish", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Pad", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Heuristic Suggestion", "Explanation": "Recommend ENIG for reliable soldering on tight-pitch pads.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cThrough-hole size must match component leads to ensure solder can flow smoothly.\u201d", "Topic": "Through-Hole Fit", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Direct Check", "Explanation": "Check lead and hole size per IPC-2221 tolerances.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cFuture DFM tools will predict manufacturing yield and generate optimized designs automatically.\u201d", "Topic": "AI-driven DFM", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Conceptual", "Feature Type": "System", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "Smart Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Educational Prompt", "Explanation": "Suggest integrating predictive yield estimation into the workflow.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "\u201cProvide a shared data platform so all stakeholders can review and contribute early.\u201d", "Topic": "Collaborative DFM", "Source": "NextPCB", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.nextpcb.com/blog/dfm-checklist-and-hqdfm-practice", "Manufacturing Type": "Collaborative Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Confirm design files are accessible for early cross-team DFM review.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there existing parts from similar products that are not being used?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Reusing existing parts minimizes redundant tooling and reduces overall part count. It ensures design consistency, lowers production cost, and simplifies logistics and quality control across product lines.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can multiple parts be combined into one to reduce the number of parts in the assembly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Combining multiple parts into one simplifies the assembly process and reduces potential failure points. It also improves structural integrity and reduces costs associated with fasteners and assembly labor.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there complicated mechanisms that can be simplified?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Simplifying complex mechanisms improves reliability and reduces the risk of assembly errors or part failure. It enhances manufacturability and minimizes maintenance or repair time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there areas of marginal strength that should be improved/ strengthened?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Ensuring sufficient strength in marginal areas prevents premature wear, cracking, or failure under load. It supports long-term product durability and user safety.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there materials that are considered standard that are not being used?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Using standard materials aligns with existing supplier capabilities and ensures availability and cost efficiency. It also facilitates easier replacement and compliance with company or industry standards.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are the materials not suitable for the intended process?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the part be confused with other parts of similar shape? (i.e. asymmetrical parts)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are parts too small to handle or require a tool to pick it up?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Parts that are too small are difficult to manipulate, increasing assembly time and risk of error. Designing for proper size and handling improves ergonomics and automation compatibility.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can die cut components be reduced or eliminated?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the quantity of off-board components/assemblies be reduced? (i.e. switches, LEDs, PCBA, etc.)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Electronics / Wiring", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Managing wire harness complexity and PCB design ensures efficient assembly and maintenance. Clear labeling and color coding minimize wiring errors and improve serviceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there opportunities for more cost-effective components? (i.e. speaker size, cheaper PCB, battery quantity, etc.)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Electronics / Wiring", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Managing wire harness complexity and PCB design ensures efficient assembly and maintenance. Clear labeling and color coding minimize wiring errors and improve serviceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the number of manual soldering operations be reduced?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there electronic parts/components/ assemblies that are considered standard that are not being used?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there wire assemblies that are not color coded?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Electronics / Wiring", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Managing wire harness complexity and PCB design ensures efficient assembly and maintenance. Clear labeling and color coding minimize wiring errors and improve serviceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the quantity of heat stakes and screws be reduced?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Fastening / Joining", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Considering heat management during design prevents warping, part failure, or dimensional inaccuracy. Adequate cooling and thermal design maintain consistent material properties during molding or operation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the number of wire harness interconnections be reduced or eliminated? (Keep in mind assembly or field service)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Managing wire harness complexity and PCB design ensures efficient assembly and maintenance. Clear labeling and color coding minimize wiring errors and improve serviceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can testing operations be automated, simplified or reduced?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Testing / Quality Assurance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Automating or simplifying testing operations reduces inspection time and increases product throughput. It also ensures consistent quality validation, supporting mass production efficiency.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Do joining or assembly processes compromise the aesthetics? (i.e. sink marks)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can part materials be changed to improve the joining process?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts design that do not allow for proper location and alignment?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that do not nest properly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts not designed to meet mistake-proof Poke-Yoke assembly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Fastening / Joining", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that are not designed to meet stack assembly requirements?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is part loading access restricted?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the part design be improved for efficient joining and fastening? (i.e. screw reduction/removal, snap, cold/heat staker, rivet)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Fastening / Joining", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Considering heat management during design prevents warping, part failure, or dimensional inaccuracy. Adequate cooling and thermal design maintain consistent material properties during molding or operation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any parts that can be confused with other parts of similar shape?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that are too large and/or heavy which can lead to worker fatigue?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts/labels that are not easy to grasp, pick up, hold and/or require a tool for assembly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that can tangled during assembly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is there no large base part where other parts can be added?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that will fall off easily during assembly?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there partially- completed assemblies that require undesirable repositioning?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there assemblies that require two-hand operation?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there multiple parts that can be modularized into single subassemblies for easier final assembly.", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any special cleanliness requirements that should be considered?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Do any parts or assemblies require a special environment during manufacturing? (i.e. dust proofing, grounding, etc.)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that can be cored out with reasonably thin walls?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the application of mini tools be applied?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any areas where parting line definition must be defined?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any missing surface finishes/textures?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there parts that need better definition for ejector pin location/size?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any component materials incompatible with intended processes?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Do parts require special cooling systems and/or mold design for deep or critical area?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Considering heat management during design prevents warping, part failure, or dimensional inaccuracy. Adequate cooling and thermal design maintain consistent material properties during molding or operation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there alternate resins that result in cost-saving that can be used? (i.e. ABS to PP)", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there areas where gating locations will cause aesthetic issues?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any molded parts with inadequate draft angles?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can irregular parting lines be eliminated?", "Topic": "Product Design - General", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there packaging materials that are considered standard that are not being used?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Using standard materials aligns with existing supplier capabilities and ensures availability and cost efficiency. It also facilitates easier replacement and compliance with company or industry standards.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is the package structure non-standard?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are the intended package structure construction and packout methods not clearly defined?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is there an opportunity to reduce any package material thickness?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are the package die lines optimized to best utilize sheet or roll sizes of paper and plastic material?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is draft not adequate for a blister design?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is flange not adequate for a blister design?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Does design tolerance meet process capability?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can instructions be printed on the package?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can existing instructions be used instead of creating new instructions?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can number of inserts/attachments be reduced?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can double sided printing reduce the amount of cardboard used?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can tab-ins and clip art be combined and/or reduced?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Combining multiple parts into one simplifies the assembly process and reduces potential failure points. It also improves structural integrity and reduces costs associated with fasteners and assembly labor.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is package using new materials or printing process?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can glue or tape for chip art be replaced with a standard mechanical locking approach?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is the product not being secured utilizing existing methods?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is access restricted during assembly?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can the product be secured in a less labor intensive method?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can package structure be assembled in a less labor intensive method?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Will the use of keylocks for securement be beneficial?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is there an opportunity for automation of packaging operations?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "If a J hook is required, are existing parts and attachment methods not being used?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Reusing existing parts minimizes redundant tooling and reduces overall part count. It ensures design consistency, lowers production cost, and simplifies logistics and quality control across product lines.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Will packout potentially damage the product?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can product components be easily detached or damaged by consumer?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can product be placed to make it easier to remove for end consumer?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can spot welding be used instead of glue?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is there a more cost-effective tie down material that can be used?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Does master carton not use the optimum retail package arrangement for pallet, blank size and cube efficiency?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Packaging / Handling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Optimizing packaging structure reduces material use, labor time, and shipping costs. It also enhances product protection, ease of unpacking, and consumer experience.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Have appropriate precautions not been taken to avoid damage to window printing? (scratching in transit)", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Have higher end collector quality items not been thoroughly protected to ensure zero defects (i.e. protective boxes)?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can parts be combined for multiple uses?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Combining multiple parts into one simplifies the assembly process and reduces potential failure points. It also improves structural integrity and reduces costs associated with fasteners and assembly labor.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can parts be designed to meet Mistake Proof assembly- Poke- Yoke requirements?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Fastening / Joining", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can parts be designed to meet Stack Assemblies requirements?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Can small product modifications result in packaging savings in labor or materials?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any \"under 3\" assemblies without a redundant system that may pose safety concerns?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Safety / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Evaluating potential safety hazards early in design prevents injury and ensures compliance with safety standards. It also reduces liability and promotes user trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there areas of potential sharp points or edges?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Safety / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any step on hazards?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Safety / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Evaluating potential safety hazards early in design prevents injury and ensures compliance with safety standards. It also reduces liability and promotes user trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any areas of entrapment?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any projectile concerns?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any electrical safety hazards?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Safety / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Evaluating potential safety hazards early in design prevents injury and ensures compliance with safety standards. It also reduces liability and promotes user trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Is the noise level unacceptable?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there undesired material interactions? (i.e. Color Migration, Galvanic Corrosion, Mechanical Deterioration)", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Material Selection", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "This checklist item prompts engineers to consider manufacturability, cost efficiency, and reliability in early design. Addressing it prevents downstream issues during assembly, testing, or production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there small parts that may cause safety concerns?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Evaluating potential safety hazards early in design prevents injury and ensures compliance with safety standards. It also reduces liability and promotes user trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there any mechanisms of the product that may not meet life-cycle requirement?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "General DFM", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Simplifying complex mechanisms improves reliability and reduces the risk of assembly errors or part failure. It enhances manufacturability and minimizes maintenance or repair time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Are there concerns with the comfort and the safety of the seating compartment?", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Quality-One DFM/A Sample Checklist", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Checklist", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Ergonomics", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://quality-one.com/uploads/2017/03/DFMA-Sample-Checklist.xlsx", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Evaluating potential safety hazards early in design prevents injury and ensures compliance with safety standards. It also reduces liability and promotes user trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Over-designing parts with unnecessary curves or tight tolerances significantly increases machining cost without improving function.", "Topic": "Machining Efficiency", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry / Machining", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Excessive detail forces smaller tools, more setups, and complex toolpaths. Recognizing which geometric details serve real performance needs prevents wasted time and cost.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Each internal corner in a machined cavity must include a fillet radius appropriate to the cutting tool diameter.", "Topic": "Machining Geometry", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Machined Features", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Sharp interior corners are physically impossible to machine and cause stress concentration. Maintaining proper radii enables faster cutting, better tool life, and consistent quality.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Using consistent radius values across a design minimizes tool changes and programming complexity.", "Topic": "Machining Optimization", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Machining Standards", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Standardizing fillets allows operators to use the same cutter for multiple features, reducing cycle time and human error.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Features aligned to standard X, Y, and Z planes allow efficient three-axis machining and reduce fixturing complexity.", "Topic": "Machining Setup", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Machining Orientation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Non-planar features often require five-axis machines or custom fixtures, adding cost. Keeping features orthogonal promotes predictable setup and throughput.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Draft angles beneficial for casting can complicate prototype machining unless adjusted for the production method.", "Topic": "Prototype Design", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Design for Casting", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining for Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Designers should adapt features like fillets or drafts to the fabrication stage. A feature ideal for molding may double prototype machining time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Large radii enable faster tool passes and reduce wear compared with small, intricate features.", "Topic": "Machining", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Toolpath Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Tool size directly affects cutting forces. Using larger radii balances precision and speed while improving surface finish.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Continuous dispensing paths for form-in-place gaskets reduce quality variation by eliminating start-stop defects.", "Topic": "Gasket Design", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Gasket Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "FIP Dispensing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Each stop introduces air bubbles and irregular bead shapes. Continuous motion creates consistent sealing performance and predictable cure behavior.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Converging multiple gasket lines at one junction increases material buildup and sealing failure risk.", "Topic": "Gasket Quality", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Gasket Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "FIP Dispensing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Excess material causes uneven compression and voids. Simplifying path layout ensures even bead pressure.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Smooth coatings can prevent gasket adhesion; slight surface texture often improves bonding.", "Topic": "Surface Preparation", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Surface Finish", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "FIP Dispensing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Adhesion relies on mechanical grip as well as chemistry. Over-polished surfaces reduce wetting and cause delamination.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Metallic inserts can disrupt magnetic field formation in magnetically formed gaskets.", "Topic": "Process Compatibility", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Assembly / Hardware", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "FIP Dispensing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Ferromagnetic parts distort field lines, leading to inconsistent bead geometry. Identifying these interferences early avoids rework.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Converting processes such as die cutting and waterjet cutting each have unique achievable tolerances based on material type and thickness.", "Topic": "Process Selection", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Tolerancing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Converting / Die Cutting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Foam, dense rubber, and film materials respond differently to compression or jet energy. Knowing realistic limits prevents over-specification.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "The \u201cdish effect\u201d in die cutting increases as material thickness grows, creating slight concavity along cut edges.", "Topic": "Material Behavior", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Conceptual", "Feature Type": "Die Cutting", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Converting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Compression of thick materials causes lateral displacement. Understanding this phenomenon helps specify realistic tolerances.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "PSA-backed parts with intricate geometry are harder to place accurately and should include alignment or tab features.", "Topic": "Assembly Efficiency", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Adhesive Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Pressure-sensitive adhesives bond instantly. Simplifying shapes or adding grips ensures accurate positioning and avoids wrinkles.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Replacing small, delicate converted parts with dispensed materials can eliminate manual handling difficulties.", "Topic": "Process Substitution", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Converting / Dispensing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Dispensed alternatives like thermal compounds or RF absorbers self-form in place, saving assembly time and reducing part count.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Tolerance settings should match functional needs rather than CAD software defaults.", "Topic": "Design Intent", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerancing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Default tight tolerances raise cost and inspection time. Functional analysis defines where precision truly matters.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Overly complex specifications increase inspection duration and may not add measurable value.", "Topic": "Quality Planning", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "QA / Documentation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Each extra datum or geometric control extends CMM time. Simplifying drawings accelerates validation without sacrificing safety.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Critical features should remain accessible to standard metrology tools to prevent custom gauge development.", "Topic": "Inspection Design", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "QA / Accessibility", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Deep cavities or blind holes require specialized probes. Designing with access in mind saves time and equipment cost.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Sampling frequency in inspection should reflect part criticality and risk, not a uniform 100% rule.", "Topic": "Quality Strategy", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "QA / Sampling", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Matching inspection intensity to risk maintains quality while minimizing bottlenecks.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Incompatible coatings, adhesives, and surface finishes between process stages can cause rework or contamination.", "Topic": "Process Integration", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Material Compatibility", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Early review of downstream effects prevents adhesion failure and chemical interference during assembly or plating.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Design for manufacturing reviews should begin during concept development, not after design completion.", "Topic": "Design Process", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Design Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Early assessments allow inexpensive adjustments. Late fixes require redesigns that delay schedules.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Iterative DFM assessments aligned with project milestones maintain manufacturability throughout design evolution.", "Topic": "Design Process", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Review Schedule", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Regular checkpoints ensure new features remain feasible and prevent costly surprises at final release.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Collaboration between design, manufacturing, and quality engineers yields more balanced trade-offs.", "Topic": "Collaboration Framework", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Team Workflow", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Multidisciplinary review aligns functional, cost, and quality objectives, ensuring robust final designs.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Manufacturing partners holding AS9100 or ISO 9001 certifications bring process discipline vital for critical applications.", "Topic": "Supplier Selection", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Certification", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Aerospace & Defense", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Certified systems guarantee traceability and consistent quality management across builds.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Establishing precedence between CAD and drawing files avoids delays caused by conflicting specifications.", "Topic": "Documentation Management", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Design Documentation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Defining which artifact governs eliminates confusion and scrap due to mismatched revisions.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Documenting rationale for design recommendations enables traceable decision-making during DFM reviews.", "Topic": "Review Documentation", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Knowledge Management", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Written justifications help future teams understand trade-offs, improving institutional learning.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Aerospace applications demand balancing weight optimization with manufacturability.", "Topic": "Industry-Specific DFM", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Conceptual", "Feature Type": "Material / Structural", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Aerospace Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Ultra-light designs often push tolerance limits. Awareness of manufacturing constraints ensures feasible production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Coating and surface-treatment requirements add layers of complexity to aerospace component assessments.", "Topic": "Industry-Specific DFM", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Fact", "Feature Type": "Surface Treatment", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Aerospace Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Each coating step introduces handling and dimensional variation that must be compensated during design.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Medical devices require higher inspection frequency and traceability regardless of geometric simplicity.", "Topic": "Industry-Specific DFM", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "QA / Compliance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Medical Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Regulatory frameworks like ISO 13485 demand process documentation even for simple parts to ensure patient safety.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Biocompatibility constraints can limit available materials and processes for medical device components.", "Topic": "Industry-Specific DFM", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Material / Regulatory", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "Medical Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Selecting certified materials early avoids redesign due to sterilization or toxicity issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Manufacturing readiness assessments provide greatest value when conducted collaboratively with experienced partners.", "Topic": "DFM Partnership", "Source": "Modus Advanced", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Collaboration", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.modusadvanced.com/resources/blog/design-for-manufacturing-checklist-manufacturing-readiness-assessment-for-critical-applications", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Experienced manufacturing engineers translate design intent into process-ready solutions, accelerating market launch while preserving quality.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Every part must have a clear name and function defined before manufacturing begins.", "Topic": "Product Definition", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Product Documentation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Defining purpose and naming conventions early avoids confusion across CAD, procurement, and tooling stages, ensuring traceability and version control.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and load should guide both material and geometry choices.", "Topic": "Product Definition", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Environmental Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Understanding environmental context prevents premature failure or deformation and supports reliability testing for real-world use conditions.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Choose materials not only for performance but also for availability and lead time.", "Topic": "Material Selection", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Supply Chain / Material", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Global supply disruptions can halt production. Material choices should balance mechanical properties with procurement feasibility.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ensure the selected material is compatible with the chosen manufacturing process.", "Topic": "Material Compatibility", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Process Compatibility", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Not all materials suit every process \u2014 e.g., high-temp plastics can\u2019t be injection molded. Compatibility prevents costly redesign.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Maintain uniform wall thickness to avoid warpage and sink marks in molded or cast parts.", "Topic": "Part Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding / Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Uneven wall thickness leads to cooling variation, internal stress, and dimensional distortion. Consistency ensures stable, predictable shapes.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Eliminate unnecessary geometric features that add machining time or mold complexity.", "Topic": "Part Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry Simplification", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC / Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Complex decorative shapes increase cost and risk without functional gain. Simplification boosts manufacturability and scalability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Add draft angles to vertical surfaces for easy mold release or machining clearance.", "Topic": "Part Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry / Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Drafts prevent tool sticking and surface scratches, speeding ejection and prolonging mold life.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Fillets and radii should replace sharp corners to reduce stress concentration and tool wear.", "Topic": "Part Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Stress / Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Sharp edges act as crack initiators; rounding improves strength, mold flow, and durability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Reinforce parts with ribs or bosses instead of thickening walls.", "Topic": "Part Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Structural Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Ribs maintain stiffness without causing shrinkage. It\u2019s a lightweight and material-efficient strengthening method.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid undercuts unless absolutely necessary for part function.", "Topic": "Tooling Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tooling Complexity", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Undercuts demand side actions or collapsible cores, adding cost and cycle time. Simplify to minimize tool motion.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Select a manufacturing process that aligns with part geometry, material, and volume.", "Topic": "Process Planning", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process Choice", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Low-volume runs may suit CNC or additive manufacturing; high-volume parts justify tooling. Matching process to scale prevents waste.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Minimize secondary operations like polishing, trimming, or drilling.", "Topic": "Process Optimization", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Manufacturing Operations", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Each post-process adds labor and tolerance variation. Integrating finish quality into the initial process improves yield.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use standardized components and tools wherever possible.", "Topic": "Standardization", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Parts / Procurement", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly / Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Off-the-shelf fasteners, bearings, or switches reduce lead time and ensure replaceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Design for top-down or single-direction assembly to streamline production.", "Topic": "Assembly Optimization", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Gravity-assisted assembly reduces fixture complexity and speeds automation.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ensure tool and hand access for fasteners, welding, or bonding.", "Topic": "Assembly Ergonomics", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Accessibility", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly / Joining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Tight spaces increase operator fatigue and risk. Proper clearance supports maintainability and quality control.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Reduce total part count by combining functions when feasible.", "Topic": "Assembly Simplification", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly Efficiency", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly / Joining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Each additional part increases assembly time, inventory, and potential failure points.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Enable self-alignment through features like chamfers, pegs, or guide rails.", "Topic": "Assembly Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Self-Alignment", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Self-locating features eliminate the need for jigs, reducing assembly error and improving repeatability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Include draft or clearance for fixture stability during machining or assembly.", "Topic": "Tooling & Fixtures", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Fixturing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Proper fixturing maintains dimensional consistency and prevents vibration or deflection.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Mark tools and parts with version identifiers for traceability.", "Topic": "Tooling & Identification", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Documentation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Laser-engraved or molded IDs help prevent mix-ups across revisions and ensure accurate QC reporting.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to critical features only.", "Topic": "Dimensional Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerancing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Overuse of GD&T clutters drawings and raises inspection cost. Focus precision where performance requires it.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Stack-up analysis should verify that tolerance accumulation doesn\u2019t affect assembly.", "Topic": "Dimensional Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerance Stack-up", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Small errors per part can add up to misfits or gaps. Analyzing tolerance chains ensures assembly fit.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Include test points and connectors in PCB designs for manufacturing validation.", "Topic": "Electronics DFM", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Electronics Testing", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB / Electronics", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Accessible test points simplify functional testing and improve repair turnaround during production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use standard grounding and shielding methods for EMI compliance.", "Topic": "Electronics DFM", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Electrical / EMC", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "PCB / Electronics", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Poor grounding leads to noise and interference. Adhering to EMC design rules ensures certification readiness.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Simulate real-world stress and fatigue scenarios to validate field reliability.", "Topic": "Quality & Testing", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Durability", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Testing beyond lab conditions ensures product survival across varied user environments.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Minimize tooling cost by designing for longevity and easy maintenance.", "Topic": "Tooling Cost", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Tooling / Maintenance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Robust tool design saves replacement cost over production runs and prevents downtime.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Choose mono-material assemblies to simplify recycling and end-of-life separation.", "Topic": "Sustainability", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Material Lifecycle", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Sustainable Design", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Using similar material types eliminates complex disassembly steps and supports circular economy goals.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Enable easy disassembly for repair, upgrade, or recycling.", "Topic": "End-of-Life Design", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Design for Disassembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Snap-fits, threaded joints, and modular layouts improve sustainability and serviceability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Optimize packaging for compactness, protection, and logistics efficiency.", "Topic": "Packaging", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Packaging Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "Packaging / Shipping", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Compact, protective packaging minimizes waste and shipping cost, improving sustainability metrics.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep DFM documentation, version control, and change tracking consistent across teams.", "Topic": "Documentation", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Documentation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Consistent records ensure traceability and prevent errors between prototype and production versions.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Record lessons learned from each DFM review to improve future designs.", "Topic": "Continuous Improvement", "Source": "Analogy Design", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Knowledge Management", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.analogydesign.co/blog/dfm-checklist", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Building institutional memory fosters proactive design improvements and prevents repeated mistakes.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Simplify CAD geometry to reduce toolpaths and setup time.", "Topic": "CAD Efficiency", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Simpler shapes mean fewer tool changes and less programming, directly lowering cost and error rates.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid unnecessary fillets or decorative features in mechanical parts.", "Topic": "CAD Simplification", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Aesthetic complexity adds machining passes that rarely improve function.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ensure consistent wall thickness for predictable cooling and stress distribution.", "Topic": "Part Uniformity", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Wall Thickness", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding / Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Uneven walls cause warping or sink marks, leading to scrap and rework.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Add draft angles to vertical faces for smooth ejection from molds.", "Topic": "Mold Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Draft prevents part sticking and surface tearing during ejection.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use large fillets instead of sharp corners to prevent stress concentration.", "Topic": "Stress Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Corner Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Fillets distribute loads more evenly and extend tool life.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Align features with main machining axes to reduce repositioning.", "Topic": "Machining Orientation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Orientation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Axis alignment minimizes fixture setups and improves tolerance control.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Combine small features into a single operation wherever possible.", "Topic": "Process Integration", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Operation Planning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Multi-feature passes reduce handling time and cumulative error.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid deep, narrow pockets that cause tool deflection.", "Topic": "Machining Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Pocket Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Long cutters flex and vibrate, degrading surface finish and accuracy.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep tolerances realistic\u2014tight only where functionally required.", "Topic": "Tolerancing", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerance Control", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Overly tight tolerances drive up inspection time and tool wear.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use standard hole sizes compatible with common drill bits.", "Topic": "Hole Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole Feature", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Standard sizing avoids custom tooling and reduces cost.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Verify accessibility for cutters and inspection probes in all orientations.", "Topic": "Accessibility", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Reachability", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Poor access increases cycle time or may make features unmachinable.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Reduce undercuts and overhangs that require special tooling.", "Topic": "Tooling Complexity", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Undercut", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding / Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Side actions and custom tools add setup and maintenance time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Maintain clear parting lines for cast or molded components.", "Topic": "Mold Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Parting Line", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Casting / Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Defined parting ensures easy mold separation and accurate halves.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Optimize rib placement for stiffness without over-thickening walls.", "Topic": "Structural Optimization", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Rib Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Ribs improve rigidity while controlling shrinkage and weight.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Remove hidden or redundant bodies before exporting CAD files.", "Topic": "File Preparation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Data Clean-up", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Clean models avoid CAM errors and reduce memory load.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use pattern and symmetry features to simplify modeling and manufacturing.", "Topic": "CAD Strategy", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Patterning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Symmetry ensures consistency, fewer setup points, and simpler inspection.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid extremely thin sections that can warp or break during machining.", "Topic": "Structural Integrity", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Thin Walls", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Thin features lack stiffness and vibrate under cutting forces.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Orient features to minimize tool travel distance.", "Topic": "Efficiency", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Toolpath Planning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Shorter paths reduce machining time and wear.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Integrate datum features for alignment during inspection and assembly.", "Topic": "Quality Control", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Datum", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "QA / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Reference datums enable consistent measurement and precise mating.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid overlapping tolerances across mating components.", "Topic": "Tolerance Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly Fit", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Tolerance overlap can cause interference fits or loose joints.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Simplify fillet count\u2014uniform radii reduce CAM tool changes.", "Topic": "Machining Optimization", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Fillet", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Uniformity allows reusing same cutter, improving process flow.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Assign consistent units, naming, and version control in CAD assemblies.", "Topic": "Documentation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Data Management", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Standardized metadata prevents export and translation issues.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use standard thread sizes to align with available fasteners.", "Topic": "Assembly Hardware", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Thread", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Custom threads increase machining complexity and maintenance.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Flatten complex surfaces before converting to sheet metal.", "Topic": "Sheet Metal Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Unfolding", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Sheet Metal", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Flattening avoids stretching and distortion during bending.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Design chamfers instead of fillets on sharp edges where assembly alignment is required.", "Topic": "Edge Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Chamfer", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Chamfers guide parts into place, improving ergonomic fit.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep fasteners accessible without disassembling unrelated parts.", "Topic": "Assembly Access", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Accessibility", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Reduces service time and tool collisions in maintenance.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Check for interferences between components before release.", "Topic": "Assembly Validation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Interference", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Detecting collisions early prevents rework in manufacturing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Minimize part transitions between machines or vendors.", "Topic": "Process Planning", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Manufacturing Flow", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Multi-Process", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Fewer transfers reduce handling errors and lead time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ensure consistent draft and wall angles across families of parts.", "Topic": "Design Consistency", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Standard angles simplify tool reuse and ensure uniform shrinkage.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Review CAD models with manufacturing partners before final release.", "Topic": "Collaboration", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Review Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Early joint reviews catch design flaws before they reach the shop floor, saving cost and lead time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid undercuts in mold design to prevent complex tooling and higher cost.", "Topic": "Mold Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Undercut", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Undercuts require slides or cores, increasing mold complexity and cycle time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Apply 1\u00b0\u20133\u00b0 draft angles on vertical faces for easy ejection.", "Topic": "Draft Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Draft Angle", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Proper draft avoids drag marks and sticking during demolding.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid excessive draft angles that distort part geometry.", "Topic": "Draft Optimization", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Draft Angle", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Too much draft changes fit and can affect structural or aesthetic alignment.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Add tapered faces instead of sharp verticals to aid mold release.", "Topic": "CAD Modeling", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Taper", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Tapered designs maintain strength while enabling clean release.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Simplify complex shapes into basic geometries to reduce machining time.", "Topic": "CAD Simplification", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Simple geometry shortens setup time and improves manufacturability.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Combine multiple functions into single parts to reduce part count.", "Topic": "Part Consolidation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Assembly", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Integrated parts reduce assembly time and improve production flow.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Reduce component count to save tooling cost and setup time.", "Topic": "Design Efficiency", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Part Count", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Fewer components lower error rates and accelerate production cycles.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use interlocking features to avoid separate fasteners in assembly.", "Topic": "Assembly Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Interlock", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Interlocks improve precision and simplify assembly without screws.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Design modular parts that can be easily replaced or upgraded.", "Topic": "Modularity", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Module", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Modular design improves serviceability and reduces downtime.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Verify assembly direction consistency to reduce reorientation steps.", "Topic": "Assembly Orientation", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Direction", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Single-direction assembly reduces labor and handling time.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Choose machining tolerances around \u00b10.005\" unless tighter is required.", "Topic": "Machining Standards", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Industry-standard tolerances balance cost with precision.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Limit ultra-tight tolerances unless functionally critical.", "Topic": "Cost Optimization", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Overly tight specs increase rejection rate and inspection cost.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "For injection molding, keep tolerances around \u00b10.002\".", "Topic": "Molding Precision", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Tolerance", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Injection Molding", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Tight but realistic tolerances maintain part fit without rework.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use casting for complex forms that are costly to machine.", "Topic": "Process Selection", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Casting simplifies manufacturing of complex geometries in fewer steps.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Ensure proper dimensioning in cast parts to prevent shrinkage issues.", "Topic": "Casting Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Dimensioning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Casting", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Poor dimension control leads to porosity or misalignment in castings.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Apply forging for high-strength parts needing compressive shaping.", "Topic": "Material Forming", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Forging", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "Forging", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Forging increases grain strength but needs precise temp control.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid machining parts with unnecessary deep pockets or thin walls.", "Topic": "Machining Design", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "CNC Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Such features risk tool deflection and vibration during milling.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Align CAD design choices with the intended process (molding, casting, forging).", "Topic": "DFM Integration", "Source": "Shalin Designs", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process Fit", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://shalindesigns.com/blog/optimize-cad-models-with-design-for-manufacturing-dfm", "Manufacturing Type": "General Manufacturing", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Process-aware design ensures cost-effective manufacturability and quality consistency.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Learn your company\u2019s modeling procedure before suggesting changes.", "Topic": "Modeling Standards", "Source": "Reddit Interview (r/AskEngineers)", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Consistency in workflow ensures others can open and modify your models without confusion.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Never model on the wrong plane \u2014 always start from company-standard origins.", "Topic": "Modeling Orientation", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Plane / Origin", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Misaligned planes cause assembly misfits and lost references later in production.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Fix your model errors before passing it along.", "Topic": "Responsibility", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Model Tree", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Leaving errors for the next engineer breaks accountability and slows revisions.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Don\u2019t fake dimensions or holes \u2014 always model what\u2019s real.", "Topic": "Design Accuracy", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Mismatched models and drawings create manufacturing errors and loss of trust.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Use SolidWorks Hole Wizard for tapped holes instead of manual drilling.", "Topic": "Tool Usage", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Hole", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Automated hole features ensure 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"https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Teams move faster when designers seek guidance early instead of guessing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Review your model twice before submitting.", "Topic": "Review Practice", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Model Verification", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Double-checking prevents preventable mistakes and ensures model\u2013drawing consistency.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Reference existing parts before modeling something new.", "Topic": "Reuse / Reference", "Source": "Reddit 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"Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Clear structure and hierarchy save others time during design changes.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "If your company lacks standards, collaborate to define minimal conventions.", "Topic": "Standardization", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "CAD Procedure", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Collective standards ensure consistency and easy model sharing.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep your model flexible and easy to modify.", "Topic": "Model Robustness", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Parametric Design", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Parametric resilience supports quick iteration and reuse.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Model from generic to specific \u2014 get global shapes first, details last.", "Topic": "Modeling Order", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Modeling Sequence", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Hierarchical modeling minimizes cascading rebuild errors.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Keep sketches simple \u2014 five small sketches beat one complex one.", "Topic": "Sketching", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Sketch", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Simple sketches isolate errors and improve rebuild performance.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Always fully define your sketches.", "Topic": "Parametric Definition", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Constraints", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Underdefined sketches shift unpredictably, breaking references.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid external references unless you fully understand dependencies.", "Topic": "Top-Down Modeling", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "References", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "Assembly", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "External links often cause fragile assemblies and rebuild failures.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Group similar features in folders for better readability.", "Topic": "Model Management", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Heuristic", "Feature Type": "Organization", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Grouping features 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"https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Readable names communicate design intent across the team.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Dimension from stable, unchanging features.", "Topic": "Design Intent", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Dimensioning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Stable references prevent misalignment when edits occur.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Dimension for editing \u2014 choose parameters likely to change.", "Topic": "Parametric Intent", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Strategy-based", "Feature Type": "Dimensioning", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Ask-Back", "Explanation": "Supports robust updates when product dimensions evolve.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Avoid building models purely from face manipulations \u2014 use sketches.", "Topic": "Modeling Method", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "No", "Reasoning Type": "Rule-based", "Feature Type": "Geometry Creation", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "CAD", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Sketch-driven modeling preserves dimensions and relationships for future edits.", "Topic_local": null }, { "#": "", "Text Entry": "Model in the same sequence as real fabrication steps.", "Topic": "Manufacturability Logic", "Source": "Reddit Interview", "Good/Bad Practice?": "Yes", "Reasoning Type": "Principle-based", "Feature Type": "Process Mapping", "Source Link (Interview/Website/etc)": "https://www.reddit.com/r/AskEngineers/comments/i76pqo/to_all_the_pros_what_are_some_general_best/", "Manufacturing Type": "Machining / Fabrication", "Pontential Prompt Type": "Informational", "Explanation": "Mirroring real manufacturing reduces translation errors and ensures realism.", "Topic_local": null } ]