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Robust Design Introduction

Master Robust Design with RD8 Academy.

The Robust Design Introduction Course is the first step in a three-step learning process for mastering Robust Design. This course provides a strong foundation by covering key concepts, methodologies, and tools essential for developing mechanically robust products.

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Robust Design Introduction

Course Information

This introductory course lays the groundwork for advanced Robust Design methodologies, preparing learners for the next stages in the three-step learning journey. The course focuses on understanding the RD8 Robust Design Framework and learning to apply basic principles of Kinematic Design.

Location: The course can be delivered effectively online, on-site or hybrid.

Duration: 1 training day (2 half days if online)

People: This course is targeted at any relevant stakeholders related to development and manufacturing of products and product equipment. including managers and engineers.

Pricing and further practical info can be seen in the pricing table on our RD8 Academy front page.

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Learning Objectives

Learn the fundamentals of Robust Design and its importance in product development.
Understand the RD8 Framework, a structured approach to implementing Robust Design principles.
Explore the three core disciplines of Robust Design to ensure product reliability.
Conduct interface analysis to identify and communicate critical interactions between components.
Evaluate ideal kinematic product architecture for mechanical efficiency.
Analyze product function and sensitivity to variations in design parameters.
Develop skills to assess design quality and robustness objectively using the RD8 Robust Design Platform.
Learn to prioritize and organize development processes based on data-driven decision-making.

Continue Your Learning

The Robust Design Introduction course is the first in a three step learning process to mastering Robust Design. Further courses are offered for engineers to get a deeper understanding and increase robustness in mechanical designs.
The next course in your learning path is the RD8 Foundation course.  

The RD8 Software

The RD8 Tolerance Analysis Software is the perfect tool for implementing the Robust Design principles and methods acquired in the Robust Design courses. The software makes complex assemblies easy and manages complicated calculations for you.
RD8 Academy also offers a thorough onboarding course to the use of our software platform.

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