Concept review
Review of the proposed function, geometry, interfaces, packaging limits and critical design assumptions before manufacturing.
Vehicle Engineering Services
Prototype Engineering Support
Engineering coordination for transforming vehicle, system and component concepts into functional prototypes that can be assembled, inspected, tested and improved.
Engineering Objective
A prototype must answer technical questions
Prototype work is more than producing an initial part. It must verify packaging, interfaces, motion, assembly, accessibility, manufacturability and expected function before the design progresses toward validation or series production.
Build, inspect, learn and improve
TLG SYSTEMS supports the complete feedback loop between design, prototype manufacturing, vehicle installation and engineering revision. Findings are recorded and converted into controlled technical actions.
Service Scope
Engineering support throughout prototype development
Support can cover a complete prototype work package or selected activities according to the project’s current maturity.
Prototype design
Preparation or revision of 3D models, component geometry, brackets, mechanisms, mounting details and assembly concepts.
Manufacturing preparation
Definition of suitable prototype production methods, materials, tolerances, technical drawings and supplier information.
Installation coordination
Technical support during vehicle or bench installation, including fit, access, alignment, interfaces and assembly sequence.
Issue investigation
Identification of interference, excessive clearance, deformation, motion, sealing, adjustment and production-related problems.
Design revision
Conversion of prototype findings into controlled model, drawing, interface and manufacturing updates.
Typical Prototype Areas
Mechanical systems, components and vehicle integration
Prototype engineering can be applied to individual components, complete mechanisms, vehicle systems or new vehicle derivatives.
Door mechanisms, actuators and emergency-release components
Door leaves, mounting brackets and vehicle interfaces
CNC-machined shafts, pins, bushes and linkage parts
Laser-cut, bent and welded prototype assemblies
HVAC, auxiliary-system and equipment mounting solutions
Interior, accessibility and passenger-area components
Electrical harness routes, sensors and mechanical interfaces
Packaging studies and vehicle-system installation concepts
Sample-based and reverse-engineered prototype components
New vehicle derivatives and special-purpose applications
Prototype Workflow
From initial concept to verified engineering revision
Define
Required function, interfaces, constraints and prototype objectives are clarified.
Design
The prototype concept, geometry, material and manufacturing approach are developed.
Produce
Technical data is released and prototype manufacturing is coordinated.
Inspect
Fit, motion, assembly, access and functional observations are recorded.
Improve
Findings are converted into revised design and manufacturing information.
Project Outputs
Traceable technical outputs for the next project stage
Prototype design data
3D models, technical drawings, materials, interfaces and manufacturing information according to the agreed scope.
Installation findings
Recorded fit, clearance, access, assembly and functional observations from the prototype installation.
Issue and action list
Traceable problems, priorities, responsible parties and required technical actions.
Revised engineering package
Updated models, drawings and technical requirements incorporating approved prototype findings.
Prototype results do not replace the calculations, testing,
verification or approval activities required for the final product.
The necessary validation scope must be defined according to the
component, system and vehicle application.
Start Your Prototype
SEND PROTOTYPE INFORMATION
Need to turn a vehicle or component concept into a working prototype?
Send us the available sketches, drawings, 3D data, vehicle interfaces and expected function. We will review the project and define the required engineering and prototype work packages.