Function Engineering
Mechanical engineering and design for new product development
About the firm
Function Engineering is a mechanical engineering and product development consultancy headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 1987, it provides mechanical design and engineering services across consumer electronics, computing, mobile, medical, robotics, household, entertainment, sporting goods, commercial and industrial equipment, transportation, and research industries. Clients choose Function when engineering matters; its portfolio spans product development for companies including Google, GoPro, HP, Wahoo, Locus Robotics, Globalstar, and Coca-Cola. Function's engineering services span the full product development lifecycle from conceptual design and feasibility through manufacturing ramp support.
- Established
- 1987
- Team
- Small
- Firm type
- Mechanical Engineering
Capabilities
Product Development
End-to-end mechanical engineering services guide new products from conceptualization through validation. The practice assists with technology investigation, detailed part design, production documentation, and design audits to ensure a smooth transition to manufacturing.
- Conceptual Design
- Feasibility Studies
- Detailed Part Design
- DFM/DFA
- Thermal Management and Control
- Rapid Prototyping
- Design Testing and Validation
Mechanism Design
Design and analysis of complex moving components ensure robust mechanical movement. Specialized engineering support covers torque limiting, precision drives, custom spring systems, and kinematic optimization.
- Cam Design and Analysis
- Mechanism Synthesis
- Precision Drive Mechanism Design
- Spring Design and Analysis
Engineering Analysis
Rigorous analytical evaluation validates design performance under real-world operating conditions. These services address structural integrity, thermal behavior, fluid dynamics, and tolerance stack-ups before physical tooling begins.
- Finite Element Analysis
- Structural Analysis
- Thermal Analysis
- Shock and Vibration Analysis
Robotics Engineering
Mechanical engineering services support autonomous systems and mobile platforms. Specialized focus areas include end-effector development, sensor integration, custom actuator systems, and harness layout.
- Mobile Base Design
- Sensor Integration
- Manufacturing Automation
Manufacturing Support
Manufacturing transition services bridge the gap between design and volume production. Support ranges from component sourcing and vendor qualification to on-site build support, first-article inspections, and custom fixture design.
- Manufacturer Identification and Qualification
- ODM/OEM Liaison and Management
- EVT/DVT/PVT Build Support
Industries
Consumer Products · Electronics · Robotics · Medical Devices · Sports & Recreation · Food & Beverage · Telecommunications · Retail · Freight & Logistics
Projects
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