PREVIOUS PROJECTS
Project | 01
Strength Analysis of a Engine Hoist
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A strength and displacement analysis for a full assembly engine hoist structure was carried out. The purpose of this simulation analysis was to figure out whether or not the engine hoist fit the design criteria for the different loads the system would be subject too. The SolidWorks Static Study simulation add-on was used for this analysis. Upon analysis, it was discovered that the engine hoist did not fit the criteria so modifications to the assembly were made and the study was re-run. For each run of the simulation, plots were generated for stress, displacement, and factor of safety for the full assembly. Force resultants on the connector pins involved in the assembly could also be obtained via the results. All of these simulation parts were used to ensure a safe and reliable design before manufacture.
Project | 02
Design of Single Stage Gearbox
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For this project, the task at hand was to design a single stage gearbox according to provided design specifications. Steps were taken to prove its functionality, reliability, and safety in an effort to produce a superior product while gaining valuable engineering experience. Starting from scratch, the gearbox was transformed from an idea to a final product. All of the components were analyzed under maximum loading conditions and at resonant frequencies. The numerical results acquired prove the adequate safety of the design, furthermore proving the success of the final product.
Project | 03
Simulation Based Design of a Scissor Jack Stand
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This project was executed in regards to the situation where a company has purchased a prototype car jack and wishes to understand the specifications of the jack under given loadings. They wished to adapt it to be both functional and structurally sound in the sense that it is superior to other products on the market. A given maximum load of 4000lbs was given, along with a factor of safety of 2.0 throughout the entire range of motion from 14.6 degrees. The simulation based design produced both an efficient loading analysis and design check under both normal and abnormal loading. This simulation accurately produced the desired results the company was looking for.
Project | 04
Redesign of a Simple Air Engine
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Utilization of a step wise calculation technique to find different engine characteristics was the basis of this redesign. The ultimate goal was to take the simple steam engine and use its geometric relations to try and triple the power output. The task at hand was to reconfigure this mechanism to adhere to a zero carbon footprint and to provide a documentation package which ensured manufacturibility. Proper tolerance analysis was performed to ensure design intent remained fixed and manufacturability held true.