
Loaded Components strength in simplicity
Bennett Lewis
ME 104 | April 2021
Project 1
Design Specifications
Design a component that can link two sections of string to support a load of 150N in tension while minimizing mass.
Core Processes + Tools
3D Printing, CAD - Fusion 360, FEA
Materials
1.75mm PLA filament, 3.1mm string, bucket

Free Body Diagrams

Inverse Failure Analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Final Design

Project 2
Design Specifications
Design a component that can support a vertical load offset to the side of a horizontal surface while minimizing mass.
Core Processes + Tools
3D Printing, CAD - Fusion 360, FEA
Materials
1.75mm PLA filament, 3.1mm string, bucket

Free Body Diagrams

Inverse Failure Analysis

Finite Element Analysis

Final Design
