A tool employed in engineering design, it predicts the forces, stresses, and deformations resulting from creating a mechanical joint where two parts are joined by friction after one is forced into the other. It utilizes mathematical models to analyze the contact pressure and associated factors generated during the assembly of components with intentional dimensional differences.
This type of analytical instrument is critical for ensuring the structural integrity and performance of assembled products. Accurately estimating the connection strength, identifying potential failure points, and optimizing the design parameters for the joint are key benefits. Historically, such calculations were laborious and prone to error, making this a significant advancement in design and analysis.
