The integral development of products using the DfX approaches and CAx tools

Abstract

Approach of integrated design represents the bridge that connects individual stages of the product designing and the technology and has a significant role in the reduction of the overall design time, as well as the production costs. That means that the technological processes design should be connected with production planning as well,, that is the choice of tools, equipment, pressing devices and machine tool. Design for eXcellence is a philosophy that promotes rapid and successful products by encouraging communication and cooperation between the functional departments that are responsible for the design and manufacture of a product. Implementation of a successful DfX programme will decrease product development time, product cost and manufacturing cycle time while increasing product quality, reliability and ultimately, customer satisfaction. This paper is realized as part of exam on Ph.D. studies: Integral development of products and processes, on Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Kraljevo.