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A case study of prototyping methods and design for manufacture: electrostatic window blinds

This paper presents a case study of the design development of a new product, electrostatically actuated window blinds. The text presents a description of each stage in the prototype development followed by a discussion of different prototyping methods and design for manufacture and assembly issues. Results from electromechanical and thermal analyses of the product itself are also included. This case study determined that, for this product development, the most efficient, cost-effective prototyping solution was simple plastic injection moulding. It also concluded that following good design for manufacture and assembly practices during prototype construction will save time and money when transitioning to a production design.