Mechanical design and manufacturing technology

Mechanical design and reliability technology

In order to optimize the structures of and manufacturing processes for various products, we are developing advanced simulation technologies including structural, thermo-fluid, and vibration-noise analysis technologies for the assessment of long-term reliability with respect to fatigue, creep, and other factors as well as a technique for topology optimization of structures. In addition, we are developing coupled analysis methods for noise of washing machines.

Component manufacturing process technology

Machining, forming, and measuring technologies are essential for the manufacture of high-precision components for all types of products, ranging from large energy and infrastructure equipment to small information devices. We also apply non-contact 3D measurement technology to the assembly process of large structures.
To meet the growing demand for enhancement of parts quality, it is necessary to improve monitoring techniques to detect anomalies of tools, materials, and dies during machining processes and to analyze and feed back their causes immediately. We are developing unique manufacturing IoT and CPS technologies that utilize huge amounts of data, such as sensing and parts quality data, in order to guarantee product specifications.