A NEW CONCEPT OF BELT GRINDER DESIGN WITH IMPROVED FRAME RIGIDITY

Abstract

For the purposes of the is research two of the belt grinder concepts have been developed. The biggest attention is given to the rigidity of the belt grinder frame, functional and ergonomic aspects. After developing these two concepts, the CAD models have been made. Both concepts a reevaluated through a couple of industrial design aspects. After evaluation, the prototype has been made and tested. Al l of the industrial design aspects were proven by prototype testing in real working conditions. At the end of the paper, the conclusions have been drawn and future research directions on this topic were given.