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Sheet metal defllcetion calaculation for slide in type of snap fitment

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abhinj

Automotive
May 2, 2016
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Hello All,
I want to deign an sliding in (Snap fit , lancing and forming combination) for one of requirement . i got few ideas for snap design / profile but i am not getting any idea how to calculate the sheet deflection and other stuff to validate my deign.
i would like to know if there are any standard set of design guidelines for sheet metal snaps / lance similar to plastic snaps design.

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