Abstract:

This paper deals with knowledge based designing of classic mechanical engineering products. This approach to machine design allows acceleration of the design process. Using the knowledge also reduces the number of poor quality products and reduces the time of manufacturing. In addition it saves money in all phases of the product lifecycle.An example of knowledge based (project database) designing is introduced. The example used is a press tool for serial production in the automotive industry. The strategy which is used to create a 3D CAD model is also introduced in the paper.