This project focused on designing a screw driven valve attachment to control water flow from a tea kettle. The goal was to balance sealing performance, manufacturability, and usability. 

The valve needed to prevent leaks while allowing controlled flow adjustment. Poor tolerance control would cause leakage, binding, or inconsistent sealing. 

I designed a threaded axial motion mechanism to regulate flow. Thread geometry and valve travel were defined using fit logic and hand calculations. GD&T was applied to control critical fits and alignment.

Manufacturing and Prototyping
Complete engineering drawings were produced with defined datums and tolerances. Prototypes were fabricated using machining, laser cutting, welding, and molded gasket elements. The design was iterated based on physical testing.

The final design achieved repeatable flow control, reliable sealing, and straightforward assembly.