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Case studies

This is a collection of case studies and reviews that show how Robust Design Principles can be implemented, leading to higher reliability and lower costs.

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Review - Adam Savage

RD8 worked with Norbauer and Co. on their quest to create the World's Best Mechanical Keyboard.

We helped solve the well known issue of poorly performing space bars by using clever design based on Robust Design Principles and optimized using the RD8 Software.

Watch the Adam Savage "Tested" video about the keyboard and explore how the mechanical issues were solved.
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Use cases

Explore some of the ways Robust Design and RD8 Methodology can and has improved mechanical designs.

Ventilation Unit

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A redesign of a ventilation unit using the RD8 Software resulted in many improvements, including a large reduction in tooling requirements.

Oil Pump

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The oil pump can be reinvented using Robust Design principles and designed by identifying issues early with the RD8 Software.

Steer-by-Wire

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Safety-critical systems can be optimised and analysed under different conditions to mitigate risks early, and reduce redundancy needs.

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