The final thesis focuses on the design and development of a device or tool that will be mounted on a screwdriving unit, used for installation of a stud bolt into an aluminium casting whitin a dedicated semi-automated assembly machine. The first part of the thesis introduces theoretical foundations related to assembly, part feeding, automation and the stud bolt itself. This is followed by a description of the current process, where it quickly becomes evident that the machine operator encounters several difficulties during assembly and the time required to complete the task is too long. To adress the issues the development of a device or tool is initiated to simplify the operator's work, reduces assembly time and consequently increase the number of assembled units and the company's annual profit.
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