SolidWorks Simulations An important design consideration of a 3D printed lock in comparison to a traditional metal lock is its durability and ability to withstand substantial force without breaking. Due to COVID-19 and limited in-person opportunities to conduct testing, SolidWorks simulations were conducted to …
Functional Lock and Key
Functional Lock and Key – Update
First Print Trial For our first print trial, it was important to determine if the resolution of the printer would be sufficient for our small components, as well as understand the viability of 3D printing springs. In …
Functional Lock and Key
Project Overview The purpose of this project is to design and produce a functional lock and key system from entirely 3D printed components. The team anticipates that most of the components will be straight forward to …