Study of Design and Development of D-post Gusset

Abstract

 The current study is needed for the evaluation of customizations, ergonomics, safety, high performance, durability & customer satisfaction made to have focus point of an industry as we serve the customers directly.  Gusset or a Gusset plate is one of the components of (BIW) which is on a broader perspective is a sheet metal component that acts as an anchor for various components and sometimes used to connect various components. D-Post Gusset, despite being a minor component, it is crucial in connecting the seat belt mount. This present study we have chosen appropriate material based on the application & model is created accordingly in Catia V6. The required analysis is carried out in Ansys software and results are discussed. Technologies are improving day by day, as technology has improved; it is evident that choice has become a comfort and this comfort has become an absolute driving factor in almost all the industries. Our beloved Automotive Sector isn’t immune to this factor as well.  Owning an automotive was a privilege then, now it’s a fashion, necessity & whatnot. With the above thoughts one can infer & safely agree that passenger safety has taken up a driving seat in the design of an automotive. This is where Gusset comes into picture as it anchors and connects many internal components in a car. Parts ranging from chassis to seat belt mounts & wheel arch are connected.  A simple design modification can bring about noteworthy results in customer safety, overall performance, ease of manufacturing