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CAPABILITY // 01 • MECHANICAL CAD • FEA • DFM

Mechanical &
Structural Engineering

We bridge the gap between abstract concept and precision fabrication. From complex injection tooling packages in hardened H13 steel to high-performance motorsport telemetry mounts and custom additive assemblies.

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LIVE EXPLODED CAD ASSEMBLY
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3D Printed Structural Nylon Insert
3K Twill Carbon Fiber Faceplate
8x CNC Billet Fasteners & Bushings
High-Tensile Motorsport Pull Strap
🖱️ Drag to 360° Rotate • Scroll / Pinch to Zoom • Right-Click to PanKBD MULTIBODY DFM VERIFIED
Driveway Labs Motorsport Engineering92g (-62% vs OEM die-cast zinc latch assembly)

MKV Toyota Supra GT Race Door Pull Assembly

Reverse engineered the MKV Toyota Supra interior door latch cavity using high-resolution 3D optical scanning. Engineered a lightweight motorsport GT door pull assembly featuring a structural carbon-nylon insert, 3K twill autoclave carbon fiber cover plate, flush fastener bushings, and high-strength pull strap.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Target Application:A90 / MKV Toyota Supra GT Race Chassis
Assembly Breakdown:4-Part Multibody (Insert, Carbon Plate, Bushings, Strap)
Construction:PA12-CF Structural Insert + 3K Twill Carbon Plate
Fastener Interface:8x Flush M4 / M5 Countersunk Stainless Hardware
Weight Reduction:92g (-62% vs OEM Zinc Mechanism)
CNC / ADDITIVE STRATEGY:
High-density optical scan -> Parametric SolidWorks Assembly -> CNC Waterjet DXF Flat Pattern
Cycle Times: Waterjet: 1m 20s | Additive Print: 1h 45m | Final Assembly: 10m
ENGINEERING DELIVERABLES
  • ✓3D Optical Scanning & Mesh Alignment: Reconstructed complex OEM door contour into parametric SolidWorks surfaces
  • ✓Master SolidWorks Assembly (.SLDASM): Multi-body assembly containing insert, cover plate, and pull strap hardware
  • ✓Production 2D Drawings & DXFs: Flat pattern drawing packages for abrasive waterjet cutting of carbon fiber plates
  • ✓Track-Tested Race Fitment: Direct bolt-on integration across Driveway Labs MKV Supra GT racing chassis
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DFM ANALYSIS: Parametric flat pattern DXFs include calculated kerf offsets for precision abrasive waterjet cutting without edge delamination of 3K carbon sheets.

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Engineering Disciplines

DISCIPLINE // 01

3D CAD Modeling & Assemblies

Full-scale parametric part and complex assembly design in SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor. We generate production-ready 2D drawing packages with full GD&T according to ASME Y14.5 standards.

  • Complex parametric surfacing
  • Full kinematic assembly validation
  • ASME Y14.5 standard GD&T drawings
DISCIPLINE // 02

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Rigorous computational stress, thermal gradient, dynamic vibration, and structural deflection analysis to eliminate failure modes prior to steel cutting.

  • Static & dynamic structural loading
  • Thermal distribution & conformal cooling
  • Fatigue life & yield safety margin verification
DISCIPLINE // 03

Production Tooling & Mold Design

Turnkey design of injection molding dies, progressive stamping tools, and precision CNC workholding fixtures engineered for high-wear resin and metallic systems.

  • Parting line & shut-off optimization
  • Modular replaceable core/cavity inserts
  • Hot runner valve gate & conformal cooling integration
DISCIPLINE // 04

Reverse Engineering & Metrology

High-resolution 3D optical scanning, CMM inspection, and precise CAD reconstruction for legacy components, obsolete aftermarket parts, or competitive teardowns.

  • Point-cloud to parametric CAD conversion
  • Deviation mapping & dimensional verification
  • First Article Inspection (FAI) reports
Turnkey Tooling

Production Mold Packages

Engineered tooling configurations tailored to your production volume, lead time constraints, and resin abrasive characteristics.

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Flexible Production Package

Standard Lead Time

A mechanically robust tooling package designed for long-term reliability and risk mitigation. Utilizes modular design for cost-effective geometry evolution.

Lead Time: 8-9 Weeks
  • ✓ Mechanical Tool Design, 3D CAD Layout & DFAM
  • ✓ Base: Hardened H13 Tool Steel (48-52 HRC)
  • ✓ Modular Replaceable Machined Inserts
  • ✓ Straight-drilled CNC waterlines
  • ✓ CMM Metrology Verification & 25-Sample FAI
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Expedited

Priority Routing Package

Expedited Build

Compresses build schedules through priority CNC spindle allocation, overnight material sourcing, and dedicated shift overtime.

Lead Time: 5-6 Weeks
  • ✓ Expedited 3D CAD Layout & Machine Lock-in
  • ✓ Priority spindle allocation & overnight material sourcing
  • ✓ Hardened H13 Tool Steel construction
  • ✓ Rapid First Article Sample delivery
  • ✓ Schedule delay recovery guarantee
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High-Volume

Advanced Process Automation

Smart Automated Production

Engineered for maximum cycle optimization and automated quality tracking with integrated cavity sensors and conformal cooling.

Lead Time: 12-14 Weeks
  • ✓ Conformal thermal pathway simulation
  • ✓ H13 Base with CPM-10V Powder Metallurgy Inserts (60+ HRC)
  • ✓ Integrated Hot Runner with Automated Valve Gates
  • ✓ Conformal cooling (20-40% cycle time reduction)
  • ✓ In-mold cavity pressure & temperature sensor logging
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