The jack-Connecting road

A jack is a lifting device used in various trades, from car

repair shops to wineries, for lifting loads.

Kinematic diagram
Studied connecting rod :

In this SAE we have focused on the

study of connecting rods, which must
be oversized and optimized.

Optimization : Solution chosen

Oversizing

Using defined selection

criteria, we have chosen a
Safety Coef. of s=1.7
The solution consists of a part sanction and
rounding to reduce stress concentrates.
𝑘𝑡. 𝐹 𝑅𝑒
𝜎= ≤
(𝑙 − 𝑑). 𝑒 𝑠

e=6.8 mm

What I learnt Acquired and targeted skills About my Porfolio

- Identify the most stressed areas of AC12.01: Locate the elements of a

a system.
- Choose a safety coefficient.
- Optimize a structure.
- Numerically test different materials
- Choose a simple shape for
manufacturing the product.
simple system and their interactions, in
space and time. Dificulty encountered
AC12.02: Interpret specifications based
on their representation for a simple
• - Calculation of forces in the
system.
connecting rod
... • - Using Creo Simulate
• - The project required more
AC13.01: Identify design constraints
sessions
based on a preliminary study.