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DESIGN... |
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with DATA APPS |
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Design a spring. |
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Look up thread data. |
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Specify an ACME thread, or a Buttress Thread. |
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Calculate spur gear data. |
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Calculate force and shrink fit allowances. |
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Convert units. |
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Pick a tap drill size. |
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Design an oring gland. |
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Check wrench clearances. |
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Understand surface finishes. |
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Find sheet gage thicknesses. |
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DISCOVER... |
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with LINKS |
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Gain technical knowledge. |
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Learn how to improve your design concept. |
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Join a discussion group. |
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Find material data. |
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Discover and buy a new book. |
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Learn a new manufacturing process. |
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Learn about finishes. |
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Perform a patent search. |
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Purchase a spec. |
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Find and sign-up for a free trade
magazine. |
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Find a good seminar to attend. (Hawaii
maybe?) |
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Discover new software. |
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Find a better CAD package. |
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PROCURE... |
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with SUPPLIERS |
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Find a new supplier. |
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Order a prototype. |
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Get a quote for a custom part. |
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Find stock part data. |
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