Phone Holder

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Phone Holder Fabricated from Sheet Metal Using SolidWorks The phone holder was designed using SolidWorks software. The design is composed of a rectangular base, two side walls, and a top plate. The dimensions are 3 inches wide by 6 inches long by 1 inch high. Material Selection ----------------- The material chosen for this project is aluminum sheet metal with a thickness of 0.02 inches. This material was selected due to its strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and ease of fabrication. Design Process -------------- The design process began by creating a part in SolidWorks. The part consists of three main components: the base, side walls, and top plate. Each component is extruded from the 2D sketch using the "Extrude" command. Base Component ------------- The base component was created first. It is a simple rectangular shape with dimensions of 3 inches by 6 inches. Side Walls --------- The two side walls were created next. They are identical in size and shape, each having a thickness of 0.02 inches. The side walls are extruded from the same 2D sketch used to create the base component. Top Plate -------- The top plate is the final component of the phone holder. It is also a rectangular shape with dimensions of 3 inches by 6 inches. The top plate has a thickness of 0.02 inches and is designed to hold the phone in place. Assembly Process ---------------- Once all components were created, they were assembled into a single part using the "Combine" command. The base component was attached to the side walls, which were then attached to the top plate. Manufacturing Process ------------------- The manufacturing process involves cutting out the sheet metal using a CNC machine. The aluminum sheet is placed on the machine bed and the design is cut out using a 0.1 mm tolerance. Quality Control -------------- After the phone holder is manufactured, it undergoes quality control checks to ensure it meets the required specifications. These include measuring the dimensions of each component, checking for any defects or damage, and verifying that the phone fits properly in the holder. Testing ------- The phone holder was tested by placing a phone inside and checking if it fits securely. The test was successful, and the phone was able to fit comfortably in the holder. Conclusion ---------- In conclusion, the phone holder designed using SolidWorks software was successfully manufactured and tested. The design process involved creating a part with three main components: base, side walls, and top plate. The manufacturing process involved cutting out the sheet metal using a CNC machine, followed by quality control checks to ensure the final product met the required specifications. The phone holder meets all the requirements of the project, including strength, durability, and ease of use. It is an excellent example of how SolidWorks software can be used to design and manufacture complex products with precision and accuracy.