Onaizah Colleges Semester: 471
College of Engineering & Information Technology Group Ass.: 01
Department of Civil Engineering
Course: Introduction to Engineering Design (GE 211) Due: 19 / 11 / 2025
Device to crash cans
Problem Formulation:
The goal is to create a simple and effective device that can easily and safely crush
soft drink cans. The main aim is to build a user-friendly system that makes it easier
to reduce the size of cans with little effort, helping with recycling. The device needs
to be portable, simple to build, maintain, and sell to many people, including kids. It
should be made from materials that are easy to get and can be reused, helping to
keep things environmentally friendly. The cost to make it should be between 80 and
100 SR, and the whole device should weigh no more than 5 kg. The design needs to
be easy to use, requiring less than 30 N of force, and it must stay stable without
tipping. For safety and ease of use, the crusher should be small in size, have a
sturdy base, and use strong, durable materials. It will be operated by hand, foot, or
both, without needing any electricity. The final product must be affordable,
lightweight, easy to use, safe, and simple to make, fulfilling the basic needs of users
while being eco-friendly and user-friendly.