Download the free guide, "DFM for Design Engineers:" https://cadtalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DFM-for-Design-Engineers.pdf In this episode of the Integrate Intelligently podcast, Jeff Brickler and Scott Brickler delve into the intricacies of Design for Manufacturing (DFM). They discuss common mistakes made during the design phase, the importance of considering real-world assembly challenges, and how gravity and material choices can affect manufacturability. The conversation also highlights the growing significance of supply chain considerations in DFM and the potential for AI to revolutionize design processes in the future. Overall, the episode emphasizes the need for engineers to maintain a practical perspective during design and to engage in thorough design reviews to ensure manufacturability. Takeaways - Designing for manufacturing requires a practical approach. - Common DFM mistakes include creating unmanufacturable designs.- Assembly challenges often arise from poor design considerations. - Utilizing gravity can simplify assembly processes. - Material selection impacts both cost and manufacturability. - Supply chain constraints must be integrated into design decisions.- AI is poised to assist in future design and manufacturing processes. - Engineers should conduct design reviews to ensure manufacturability. - Real-world assembly scenarios should inform design choices. - Collaboration between design and manufacturing teams is crucial Sound Bites"You CAN design things that are impossible to make." "Design reviews are essential for manufacturability." "AI-assisted design is definitely the future."

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