1. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Equation Based Tolerance Analysis Quick identification of source of variation Instantaneous results Seamless integration within 3DCS

2. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 What is it? 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer is an add-on module to 3DCS comprised of two core functionalities: 1.Analyzer: An equation based analysis output that precisely identifies the amount and source of variation within an assembly. 2.Optimizer: A tool for optimizing tolerances to achieve best quality based on a minimal cost or optimize quality based on a fixed budget. OptimizerAnalyzer

3. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Analyzer Overview Analyzer

4. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Sensitivity Index Chart What does Analyzer do? 3DCS Advanced Analyzer creates an equation of the entire 3DCS model and displays the inputs (contributors/tolerances) and outputs (measurement results) and their relationships (Coefficients of Influence) in a graphical interactive matrix. Measurements Contributors Sensitivity Index (Coefficients of influence)

5. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Analyzer How does Analyzer work? The 3DCS model is converted into an equation based model where: 1.Tolerance changes can be made in a graphical interactive matrix providing instantaneous feedback of updated results. 2.Analysis Results are viewed in Numerical or Graphical format. 3.Using a color-coded matrix of the Sensitivity Index, user can interactively emphasize contributors that are of great importance to the measurements.

6. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 How is it different? Variation Analysis Techniques Random methodEquation Based Monte Carlo3DCS Advanced Analysis Predictive analysis with potentially time consuming simulation runs (depending on complexity of model). EQUATION BASED representation of the design and manufacturing process with instantaneous results. Deficiencies: × Potentially time consuming × re-run simulation each time a tolerance is modified Benefits: Immediate results No need to re-run analysis after tolerance changes Visualize input-output inter- relationships Easy interface to learn & use

7. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Optimizer Overview Optimizer

8. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Optimizer What does Optimizer do? 1.Optimize tolerances to achieve best quality at a minimum cost. –Allocate largest possible tolerances (larger tolerance = less cost) while still meeting dimensional objectives. 2.Optimize quality for a given fixed budget. –Allocate largest possible tolerance at the least amount of cost to achieve “Target Cost”. In this case it may be possible that dimensional objectives are not met.

9. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 How does Optimizer work? Tolerance Optimization Fixture Datum Locating Scheme Optimization Assembly Sequence Optimization User inputs tolerance cost, as well as the total system cost based on calculation method, and the Optimizer will automatically solve for optimized tolerances and validate feasibility. Input Dimensional Goal Value Output Optimized tolerances “Target Cost” Optimized quality within given budget “OR” Calculate optimum tolerance & validate feasibility Optimize tolerances

10. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 How is it different? Optimization Techniques Manual methodEquation Based Trial & Error3DCS Tolerance Optimizer Manually change tolerances, datum structure or assembly sequence in the model and re-run simulation. Automatic optimization of tolerances, datum structure and assembly sequence. Deficiencies: × Time consuming × re-run simulation each time a tolerance is modified Benefits: Immediate results Tolerance changes are automatic Direct relationship to cost Easy interface to learn & use

11. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Where can 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer be used? Product / Manufacturing engineering for assembly –Virtually all areas of multi-part assemblies including the machines that make the parts Fabrication process development –Multi stage machining process

12. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Placement in DCS product line 3DCS®Geo-Factor®GDM-Web®GDM-3D® Graphical SPC Reporting and Analysis DCS Technologies to connect your design and manufacturing process Integrated 3D Tolerance Analysis 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer

13. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Real time analysis –Quickly change tolerances and view new analysis results from a global perspective instantly – no need to re-run simulations Quickly identify contributors to variation –Sensitivity Index (Coefficients of influence) quickly identifies where design is sensitive to variation – Influence design decision making process before tooling kickoff Analysis at any level within the assembly process –Efficiently drill down through the assembly process to pinpoint the exact source of variation What are the Benefits of Analyzer? Complete multistage assembly Level Analysis Subassembly Level Analysis Detail Level Analysis

14. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 What are the Benefits of Optimizer? Engineers can embed supporting data from purchasing in an effort to achieve quality and cost objectives. Tolerance buy-off with supporting cost matrix.

15. 3DCS Advanced Analyzer/Optimizer Module © Dimensional Control Systems Inc. 2007 Thank you for your attention For additional information contact DCS at: Phone: 1.248.269.9777 Email: Sales@3DCS.com