This project represents a significant milestone in my academic journey as it was my first comprehensive design project using SOLIDWORKS. The objective was to model a Stem Stop Valve a critical industrial component used to regulate or stop the flow of fluid through a pipe by accurately translating technical specifications into a fully functional 3D digital assembly.

Key Contributions:

• Initial Assembly Modeling: As my first comprehensive design, I modeled all 12 components of the Stem Stop Valve, ensuring proper fitment and functional alignment between the spindle, valve seat, and body.
• Professional Technical Drawing: I utilized SOLIDWORKS Drawing to generate industry-standard 2D blueprints. This included creating detailed Section Views to visualize internal flow paths and an automated Bill of Materials (BOM) for part identification.
• Mechanical Motion Simulation: I applied Advanced Mates to simulate the valve’s operation, ensuring the screw mechanism accurately reflected the manual opening and closing process.
• Engineering Documentation: Produced a high-quality Exploded View to demonstrate the assembly logic, which is a crucial skill learned during my college technical courses.

Learning Outcomes: Through this initial project, I gained a solid foundation in SOLIDWORKS, mastering the transition from 3D modeling to professional technical drafting a core skill for any Polytechnic engineer.