Summary

I designed the generative vise handle for two purposes; to learn how to use Fusion 360 generative design, and to create a piece that I can use to demonstrate what generative design is and does.

To the left is a picture of the base wrench that was started with, and the optimal wrench that will be manufactured. There is a materials savings of more than 30% between the two.

More than 300 iterations on the wrench were made with varying inputs and constraints, until this easy-to-manufacture 2D profile was selected.

It is designed to apply up to 250 pounds of force on the vise hex, with a factor of safety of 2.5.

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