ENGR107
Project Report
Spring 2016
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ENGR107
Project Report Table of Contents
Chapter Description Pages
1 Problem Definition and Planning 4-7
· List of problems encountered.
· Problem definition of problem selected to solve
· Problem discussion (Why this problem over others?)
· Gantt chart to complete project
· Scanned journals to PDF
2 Constraints (project, team, personal, etc.) 7-8
· Users
· Users' range of capabilities
· Imposed by RFP
· Team limitations
· Individual team member limitations
3 Brainstorming 9-10
· Typed list from brainstorming session including brief description
of how SCAMPER was used
· Isometric sketches for all ideas
· Short list of 3 ideas with justification
4 Design Selection 11
· Evaluation of 3 ideas, including decision matrix
· Idea selected
· Justification for selection
5 Initial Design
· Parts list
· Dimensioned orthographic drawings for modified parts
· Analysis of how Tension, Compression, Bending, Torsion and
Shear are present in the operation of the product
· Discussion of what materials should be used in the final product
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· Designate part to printed 3D
· Inventor Drawing
· Orthographic dimensioned drawing generated by Inventor
· How does the design consider Universal Design Principles?
Include Universal Design Checklist here.
6 Preliminary Testing
· Completed data sheet from test procedure
· Photos of test setup and testing
· Conclusions
7 Redesign Based on Preliminary Testing
· Describe modifications made and reason for making them
· Final dimensioned as-built drawings
· Final parts list
· Photographs of final product
8 Final Testing
· Completed data sheet w/quantitative data
· Observations w/qualitative data
· Conclusions: Is your product successful? (Support with test
data, observations and photographs
9 Final Analysis
· What went wrong with your design?
· Why did it go wrong? (Address each item)
· How would you change this design to improve the product?
· Discuss the Universal Design aspects of the final product?
Appendices
1. Preliminary Test Procedure
2. Final Test Procedure
3. Group Meeting Reports
4. Team Contract
5. Scanned Journals (if applicable)
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Chapter One
(Problem definition and Planning)
In selecting a way to ease the life of someone with a disability, specifically in detail of losing any
amount in length of an arm (up to the hand) we have chosen the multipurpose portable device.
This decision was easily made due to its usefulness multi-functionality, and portability
Problem Definition:
The problem that needed addressing was successfully finding particular functions and processes that a
disabled person who lost the function of their hand or arm would have a hard time with completing.
Problem Significance:
In order to experience the daily troubles and life of a person disabled with only one arm we had
handicapped ourselves for a length of two days. Within these two days we found several things that
proved difficult with only one arm/hand leaving ourselves in discomfort or unable to complete a task in
whole, tasks such as putting on clothing carrying certain items and holding objects down was seen as
problematic. Though of all the task one that was common within the group was being able to handle
uncontrollable movement with objects which in some cases proves hardy with even two hands.
Technical problems that need to be solved:
Grasp and hold of paper items
Hold and secure items
Stabilize to handle most torque situations
Material use
How to make compact
How to keep accessible to disabled user of most ages
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Chapter 2
(Constraints)
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Constraint that must be attended to in regards of the device itself include the acquisition of
materials to build it, creating a blueprint that can fit several purposes, and crafting it so leverage
is not an issue and it will not move itself. These constraints cause us to have to design a product
heavy enough to not create its own uncontrollable movement but light enough for a disabled user
to handle. As well the user must be able to place it in any places and different environments and
it will work.
Users
The users of the device will be those disabled with one hand or arm for they are the ones who are
in need of it most to handle uncontrollable movement. It is usable by all, but the center focus is
on those handicapped
Users’ range of capabilities
While there exists many objects to help people, ours is a multifaceted device that incorporates
and assists in a wide range of simple day to day tasks that can help alleviate the difficulties of
maneuvering objects. Leaving capable of handling more arduous task than before.
Team Limitations
Team limitations included that of only having basic construction knowledge. This limitation
hinders us greatly because our idea is relatively complex in its design causing a need for a higher
knowledge of construction. In turn this limited our use of materials because certain materials
may have needed to been welded, sanded, or altered to meet the design. Another limitation of the
team is access to tools and materials such as power saws and metal. Leaving us only yo reform
our design to fit what we could acquire and use.
Individual Limitations
Amongst our team its member have many strong points but with those strengths also come
weaknesses which we had to overcome together.
Brett:
Weaker at artistically visualizing
not adept in construction
lacks ability to for designs for ideas
Kat:
Weaker with quality assurance
Limited adaptation
Jacques:
Weaker at artistically visualizing
Not adept in construction
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Weaker at communicating opinions
Tom:
Can have quiet voice within group
Moves too fast over finished product
RFP
Team spending not to exceed $60
No acquired assembly is used for it’s designed purpose
A jar opener will be used as an example, so no jar openers will be accepted
Chapter 3
(Brainstorming)
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Hygiene Dispenser
o Dispenses different things for hygiene
o Made with plastic
o Designed so fluids are replaceable
Suction Cup Magnet
o Made with magnets, plastic, and suction cup
o Designed to stick to most surfaces
o Grasps holds items to apply force
Portable Clamp
o Grabs and holds with clamp
o Has arm extension
o Can be used to hold paper
o Different heads for initial socket for multiple use
Briefcase Arm
o Has 3 bearing Arm
o Has hollow space inside of briefcase to fit
o Portable
Bag Sealer
o Sucks air out of bag
o Seals with pressure
Floss Holder
o Holds entirety of Dental Floss packet
o Allows for one handed use
o Provides toothpicks as well
Elastic Tie
o Replaces shoe laces
o Pull on them and shoe tightens without loosening
Back Scrubber
o Loofa material installed on a wall
o Lather it with soap and rub back against it
Smart Belt:
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o A loose belt you step through
o When button pressed belt tightens until you press the button again
o Separate button to loosen it
Slanted Bowl
o Slanted on one end
o Makes it easier to scoop up food
Hygiene Dispenser
The Hygiene dispenser would be about 1 by 1 feet and has slots where you are able to have any
item you would like to dispense. The dispenser would be automatic as some hand soap stations
in public restrooms are now. There would be three sensors place below each dispenser slot
allowing you to place your hand under the dispenser you want. As well for an alternative design
you can have the slots lead to one dispense and have a wheel that allows you to cycle through the
slots and then dispenses.
Suction Cup Magnet
The design of this item would partake in having a magnet board with a suction cup attached at
the bottom. The length and width would about .5 x .5 feet, allowing you to use this for cans jars
or holding something in general. For the most part the design is simple but is portable and allows
you to use anywhere from various angle.
Briefcase Arm
This design will be in a briefcase for where there will be a 3 bearing arm inside that is placed
within a hollowed area of the bottom end of the briefcase. When the arm is brought it extends
and its face is interchangeable the arm is a socket where different faces can placed on it to
perform different functions. The original face is in the form of a clamp that can grab different
items, as well you can use the slit between the two ends of the briefcase as a paper weight. This
also is portable because it’s in the form of a briefcase
Chapter 4
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(Decision of idea)
Decision
Matrix
Briefcase Suction Cup
Hygiene Dispenser Arm Magnet
Ease of use 9 9 7
Impact 8 8 4
Cost Effective 6 8 5
Durability 7 6 4
Miscellaneous 4 8 7
Total 34 39 27
Evaluations:
Hygiene Dispenser:
We decided to not use this idea because it was one of the more complex designs in which we do
not have the experience or knowledge of. As well the formation of the plastic to create slots
would have been a problem as well, being we don’t know how to form plastic. All in all not to
cost heavy but complex in entirety.
Briefcase Arm:
Even though the Briefcase Arm durability isn’t as strong as the hygiene dispenser it is the most
ideal decision for our project it easy to use, very versatile, and much cheaper to create than the
others. As well we are capable of constructing the design being it is not to arduous and supplies
aren’t too hard to come by.
Suction Cup Magnet:
The group decided against this idea for the project because it is much more expensive than the
latter two. The magnets alone provide a cost heavy burden and a strong enough suction cup is
added to that. With this design we would immediately exceed $60 in creating it.
Justification and Selection of Idea
After looking in detail at the Decision Matrix and the construction and build of each individual
idea the group had decided to go with the Briefcase Arm. This decision was concluded by the
fact it would much more accessible for disabled persons with one arm or hand. It also provides
more for them with the multi-purpose faces given depending on the situation they can choose
which face would be more accessible. All in all making it the best possible decision for our
project.
Chapter 5
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(Parts and Detailed Sketch)
The parts of the Briefcase Arm will include:
1. 1’x 1’ Square, Wood, briefcase side (1 per briefcase)
2. 1’x 1’ Hollowed Square, Wood, briefcase side (1 per briefcase)
3. Handle
4. 3”-4” Hinge
5. Lock mechanism
1
6. 11 ” , cylindrical, plastic, pipe (3 per briefcase)
2
7. 1” Nut (2 per briefcase)
8. Refrigerator clip (2 per briefcase)
9. Tape
10. Rubber Grip Clamp( 1 per briefcase)
Calculations
For the Briefcase Arm since there are no items like this on the market, we created our own
regulations and based our calculations on these regulations for the entire design. We decided we
did not want it too big in size thinking of the average kitchen counter size we made our briefcase
1’ x 1’ with a handle to make it portable. Then have the 1” Nuts taped down inside the briefcase
to be used as magnets with the refrigerator clamps for miscellaneous use. The arms will be on a 3
bearing scale with the plastic pipes and the rubber grip clamp attached to the end.
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