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iamRapid Engineering Design Services specializes in advanced mechanical and electromechanical CAD design, providing expert support for projects of any scale. Our experienced design team guides you in choosing the right design approach, ensuring high-quality CAD services at the best affordable prices.

Understanding customer requirements is our top priority in product design and development. We begin by gathering all necessary data to initiate the process, ensuring a strong foundation for success. Our team leverages their expertise to offer valuable insights and recommendations, helping customers refine their products and make informed decisions.

Through brainstorming and ideation sessions, our research team evaluates all potential concepts, conducts market and feasibility studies, and compiles a comprehensive report. This document is then shared with the customer, allowing them to select the best idea to move forward into the concept development phase.

Once the concept is finalized, it is meticulously designed using CAD software, undergoes simulations for testing, and is then optimized for manufacturability. After the customer approves the CAD design, we proceed to production using the chosen additive manufacturing method. Following production, we perform necessary post-processing to ensure quality and precision before delivering the final product right to the customer’s doorstep.

At iamRapid, we are committed to turning ideas into innovative, manufacturable solutions, ensuring efficiency and excellence at every stage of the design process.

CAD Modelling

The transition from concept to a refined digital model was a crucial step in the development of Omni. Using advanced CAD software, we translated our ideation sketches into a precise 3D model, ensuring every curve, edge, and opening was optimized for both aesthetics and functionality. The triangular cylindrical shape was carefully modeled to maintain ergonomic comfort while efficiently housing the necessary sensors, electronic components, and clamping mechanism.

With its unique form factor, special attention was given to the design of the finger-clamping system, ensuring a secure yet comfortable fit for accurate readings. We also focused on the seamless integration of the AMOLED touch display, maintaining a smooth and minimalistic exterior. Structural analysis was conducted to validate the model’s durability, ensuring the device remains lightweight yet robust for everyday use.

This stage was essential in refining the design and preparing it for prototyping, balancing visual appeal with practical performance and user comfort.

Prototyping Using 3D Printing

To bring the digital model of Omni into the physical world, we leveraged 3D printing for rapid prototyping. This approach allowed us to translate our CAD designs into tangible objects quickly, enabling hands-on evaluation of the product’s form, fit, and ergonomics. The unique triangular cylindrical shape and buttonless design were tested extensively to ensure user comfort and ease of use.

3D printing also helped us test the integration of essential components like the finger opening, AMOLED touch display, and internal sensors. Multiple iterations allowed us to refine the device’s size and form without sacrificing functionality.

While 3D printing served well for prototyping, the next phase focuses on transitioning to mass production methods that offer greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Transitioning from Prototyping to Mass Production: A Product Designer’s Perspective

After successfully validating the Omni’s design through 3D-printed prototypes, the next step is to plan for scalable, cost-efficient mass manufacturing. While 3D printing was invaluable for form, fit, and function testing, mass production demands a different approach — one focused on material selection, manufacturing precision, and market positioning.

2. Evaluating Manufacturing Processes

CNC Machining:

• Pros: High precision, excellent surface finish, and the ability to handle intricate shapes.
• Cons: Higher per-unit costs make it less practical for budget models.
• Use Case: Perfect for premium Omni models where quality and appearance are top priorities.

Injection Molding:

• Pros: Efficient, highly repeatable, and cost-effective at scale.
• Cons: High upfront tooling costs and some design constraints.
• Use Case: Best for polymer components in mid-range and budget versions.

Die Casting and Stamping:

• Pros: Affordable for high-volume metal parts with decent accuracy.
• Cons: Limited flexibility for complex designs.
• Use Case: Suitable for simple metal parts in mid-range or budget models.

Concluding the Case Study

In conclusion, this case study highlights the crucial role of 3D printing in accelerating design validation through rapid prototyping. This approach enabled swift evaluation of form, fit, and function, helping refine the oximeters design efficiently.

As we transition toward mass production, the manufacturing method will depend on product positioning. Premium models may use CNC machining with high-grade metals, while mid-range and budget versions could adopt injection molding and cost-effective metal fabrication.

This transition involves balancing quality, cost, and production volume. Future steps will focus on optimizing the design for manufacturability (DfM) and conducting batch production for market testing, ensuring the product’s economic viability and readiness for full-scale manufacturing.