Design for Excellence: A Review and Practical Guide

Author(s)	Jaskaran Singh Dhiman
Country	United States
Abstract	Design for Excellence (DFX) is a systematic approach of optimizing various aspects of product development such as manufacturability, cost, reliability, assembly, and sustainability. In this paper, the fundamentals of DFX are discussed with emphasis on Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Design for Cost (DFC) and other related subcategories. The study highlights the challenges of DFX implementation which include cost, complexity of manufacturability, poor assembly efficiency, and quality issues, while proposing ways of addressing these challenges. Integrated application of the DFX principles at the beginning of the design process can lead to major enhancements in efficiency, cost, and quality of the products in automotive, aerospace, electronics, and healthcare industries. This paper is a practical reference for engineers and manufacturers to understand the current trends, best practices, material selection, and design methodologies that can help in innovation and competitiveness in the manufacturing sector.
Keywords	DFX, DFM, DFA, Manufacturing, Machining, Design, Cost
Field	Engineering
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2025
Published On	2025-03-14
Cite This	Design for Excellence: A Review and Practical Guide - Jaskaran Singh Dhiman - IJLRP Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2025. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.15026292
DOI	https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15026292
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g88ft8

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