In this project, we worked in groups to decide on an object that each of us brought in and break one apart and ask questions about it. The goal for my group was to break apart the item, analyze the parts and theoretically figure out a way to improve the object. My group decided to pick a zippo lighter to break apart.
Everyone typically knows how to use a zippo lighter and what the function does, but we wanted to go into more detail in how each part is connected in order for the function to complete it's purpose. We as a group focused more on the mechanical side to determine each part and it's separate function. Therefore, we took apart the object multiple times, created blueprints, and researched.
Everyone typically knows how to use a zippo lighter and what the function does, but we wanted to go into more detail in how each part is connected in order for the function to complete it's purpose. We as a group focused more on the mechanical side to determine each part and it's separate function. Therefore, we took apart the object multiple times, created blueprints, and researched.
Context:
This was a 6 step project over the course of about two weeks:
First, we had to determine the purpose and we found how all the components are pieced together, array of different materials being used, and a more efficient way to put materials together to enhance effectiveness of the object's purpose.
Second, we developed a hypothesis: As the fuel evaporates in the rayon balls, with the spark of the flint wheel, the wheel will create spark that goes through the eyelet and onto the wick to create flame.
Third, we broke the item apart. We started to researching what each part was and what their function contributed to the overall product.
Fourth, drawing blueprints. Once we broke the item apart a group member drew sketches of each part for the object. Making an exploded view and an original design.
Fifth, we researched. We began discovering the functional analysis, material analysis, structural analysis, and manufacturing analysis.
Lastly, we made the re-design and produced our report. The re-design consisted of how we theoretically wanted to improve the lighter, which was making the flame change color.
Reverse engineering: Reproduction of another product following examination of its composition.
Gantt chart: A chart that lists tasks to complete on the vertical axis and time intervals on horizontal axis.
Exploded view: Shows components of object slightly separated from one another.
Conclusion:
I felt my group didn't manage our time very well and went super off task. Although I did end up taking charge of my group and becoming the leader. Due to my group being distracted a lot of the time, I felt super stressed about the whole project especially when I was the only one working on the project each day during class as well as at home. However, while I was the leader of the group I didn't express my feelings well towards my teammates. I was rude sometimes and made them feel bad when their part wasn't completed, but this is because I didn't feel my group was contributing nearly as much effort as I was. I felt my group should of valued our time more and put more effort into each of our parts into the project. Towards the end I felt like we were missing a lot of things in our final project. Next time, I should work on being more positive towards my teammates and respecting them while encouraging them to better manage our time to complete our tasks. Overall, I learned a lot in this project and had the opportunity to use reverse engineering.
This was a 6 step project over the course of about two weeks:
First, we had to determine the purpose and we found how all the components are pieced together, array of different materials being used, and a more efficient way to put materials together to enhance effectiveness of the object's purpose.
Second, we developed a hypothesis: As the fuel evaporates in the rayon balls, with the spark of the flint wheel, the wheel will create spark that goes through the eyelet and onto the wick to create flame.
Third, we broke the item apart. We started to researching what each part was and what their function contributed to the overall product.
Fourth, drawing blueprints. Once we broke the item apart a group member drew sketches of each part for the object. Making an exploded view and an original design.
Fifth, we researched. We began discovering the functional analysis, material analysis, structural analysis, and manufacturing analysis.
Lastly, we made the re-design and produced our report. The re-design consisted of how we theoretically wanted to improve the lighter, which was making the flame change color.
Reverse engineering: Reproduction of another product following examination of its composition.
Gantt chart: A chart that lists tasks to complete on the vertical axis and time intervals on horizontal axis.
Exploded view: Shows components of object slightly separated from one another.
Conclusion:
I felt my group didn't manage our time very well and went super off task. Although I did end up taking charge of my group and becoming the leader. Due to my group being distracted a lot of the time, I felt super stressed about the whole project especially when I was the only one working on the project each day during class as well as at home. However, while I was the leader of the group I didn't express my feelings well towards my teammates. I was rude sometimes and made them feel bad when their part wasn't completed, but this is because I didn't feel my group was contributing nearly as much effort as I was. I felt my group should of valued our time more and put more effort into each of our parts into the project. Towards the end I felt like we were missing a lot of things in our final project. Next time, I should work on being more positive towards my teammates and respecting them while encouraging them to better manage our time to complete our tasks. Overall, I learned a lot in this project and had the opportunity to use reverse engineering.