73475 - Virtual Modeling

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student possesses the theoretical and application foundations relating to parametric methodologies for modeling virtual products. Furthermore, the student knows the techniques for creating a DMU (Digital Mock-Up) of a product through the use of a CSG, history-based and feature oriented parametric modeler and the data exchange techniques between CSG and B-Rep models .

Course contents

he course aims to deepen and develop students' knowledge and skills in relation to the topic of design and development of new products. The specialization is functional to train a complete professional figure, with skills in methodologies and tools that enhance and make more effective and efficient the development of products, from their concept to industrialization and production, through tools based on three-dimensional modeling.

In more detail, the course will cover the topics listed below:
(1) Conceptual design and innovation methodologies
(2) The Kano model and the TRIZ method
(3) Product Architecture and Style Analysis
(4) Sketching and 2D Drawings
(5) 2D and 3D Geometric Modeling
(6) Reverse Engineering
(7) Concurrent Engineering and Collaborative Design
(8) The Product Life Cycle
(9) Finite Element Simulation
(10) Physical Prototyping and 3D Printing
(11) Virtual Prototyping (VR and AR)
(12) Rendering

Readings/Bibliography

Progettazione e sviluppo di prodotto. Karl T. Ulrich, Steven D. Eppinger, Roberto Filippini, McGraw-Hill Education, 2007

Imparare a Progettare: principi e metodi del progetto concettuale per lo sviluppo della creatività industriale, A. Freddi, Pitagora, 2004

Materials Selection in Mechanical Design, Michael F. Ashby, Butterworth-Heinemann Ed., 2016

 

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Teaching methods

The course includes theoretical lessons and laboratory activities. Laboratory exercises include the execution of some medium/high difficulty exercises in interactive mode. An independent project for the development of an innovative product is also assigned, starting from the conceptual design up to 3D modeling and rendering. The project must be carried out independently by a group of 4-5 students who, at the end of the course, must present it in virtual mode. The work will be reviewed during class or exercise hours.

Assessment methods

The exam consists of passing three tests: two tests during the course and a final final exam.

The first test consists of the presentation, by the student, of the study carried out to create the new product, up to and including the Kano Model.

The second test consists of the presentation, again by the student, of the study carried out to create the new product, up to 3D modeling.

The final test consists of the presentation of the final paper including rendering and any simulations and prototypes.

The three tests will be assessed individually and the final grade will be given by the average of the three grades.

Teaching tools

The course involves the use of computers in the computer laboratory capable of managing interactive 3D graphics.

Office hours

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