For this Challenge, you will be going through the process of simulating, testing, and redesigning a commercially-available door hook

• Simulate the hook (using the downloaded CAD file to the right) using Static Stress Analysis (FEA) CAE software (ex: Fusion 360)

• In the lab, test the commercially-made hook to failure (with instructor guidance/supervision), and collect data on the hook's performance

• Compare and contrast the physical test to your simulation, and analyze similarities/differences

• Based on all your data, redesign the hook to achieve greater performance:

  • • Load Capacity (how much weight the hook can support before failing)

    • Weight (how light/heavy the hook is)

    • Size/Shipping Capacity (how many hooks can fit in a USPS small flat-rate shipping box; pictured at lower-left)

    • Key functionality of the hook must remain, primarily the same "hook" geometries, both at the end of the cantilever and over the door

    • Side-note: The best-performing hooks will be added to a leaderboard - top-winners get extra credit!

• 3D-Print and test your new hook design, then compare the results to all previous tests