Project Introduction
Reverse Engineering is when you take a product and examine its looks, functionality, and structure. By observing these three, Ava and I managed to find two things which could be improved with the original truck. First we noticed that all automoblox seemed to have similar wheels at the same sizes, and then we noticed the back of the truck, the bed, had nothing to keep things which were put inside from falling out, so from this we came up with adding new wheels and a truck bed cap.
The first stage in Reverse Engineering is the Visual Analysis stage. This is when you simply look at the design of the product and mark down what sorts of design principles and elements it takes into play. Like, for instance, how the car has symetrical balance with two wheels on each side.
The second stage in Reverse Engineering is the Functional Analysis stage. This is when you observe how the product as a whole functions, and then how individual parts function, all when different forces are applied to them. An example of this is observing how when a pushing force is applied to the truck, it moves forwards easily due to the low friction of the wheels to the car, and the high friction of the tires to the table surface.
The final stage in Reverse Engineering is the Structural Analysis stage. This is when you take the product apart and observe the structure of the product and how it effects what it does and how it works. For example, the structure of the attachment nodes in between the wooden sections of the car are made so when they are locked together they won't come apart under normal circumstances while being used, which means the car won't fall to pieces when being played with.
The first stage in Reverse Engineering is the Visual Analysis stage. This is when you simply look at the design of the product and mark down what sorts of design principles and elements it takes into play. Like, for instance, how the car has symetrical balance with two wheels on each side.
The second stage in Reverse Engineering is the Functional Analysis stage. This is when you observe how the product as a whole functions, and then how individual parts function, all when different forces are applied to them. An example of this is observing how when a pushing force is applied to the truck, it moves forwards easily due to the low friction of the wheels to the car, and the high friction of the tires to the table surface.
The final stage in Reverse Engineering is the Structural Analysis stage. This is when you take the product apart and observe the structure of the product and how it effects what it does and how it works. For example, the structure of the attachment nodes in between the wooden sections of the car are made so when they are locked together they won't come apart under normal circumstances while being used, which means the car won't fall to pieces when being played with.
Define the Problem
Group Norms: Ava and I planned to each do our decision matrix together, and then we split up the work of handling different improvements. We decided I would model and design the new wheel while Ava would model and design the truck bed cap. We also exchanged phone numbers so we could contact each other when not at school.
Generating Concepts
We came up with: More variations, more ways to attach things, more attachments, different colors of wood, different wheels, and a truck bed cover.
Develop a Solution
Construct and Test a Prototype
Evaluate the Solution
First I showed it to my father, who reacted by saying that for two external modifications, having a different than normal size wheel and having a bed cover for storage was a good idea, and that the change in colors and material made the product look more modern and appealing.
Then I showed it to my mother who said that this change made it more pleasing to look at than the original truck, which in her opinion looked bland in comparison. The white/gray on blue was said to be a gooch choice and fit the enlarged wheels as if it was some sort of rover with back storage.
Then I showed it to my mother who said that this change made it more pleasing to look at than the original truck, which in her opinion looked bland in comparison. The white/gray on blue was said to be a gooch choice and fit the enlarged wheels as if it was some sort of rover with back storage.
Present the Solution
In this project me and Ava worked very well together and split the works, which could be split, evenly. Our final design was decided by both of us agreeing on what it should look like, and after the fact we were satisfied with the final product. We didn't get distracted at all and made a very good team as we had our work done on schedule with time to spare. We both found modeling our modifications in inventor easy and didn't require any help when doing them. The creation of the IDW files were also very easy and efficiently produced.
Overall, we worked well together and got out project done in a meaningful amount of time due to our knowledge of inventor and the design process as a whole.
Overall, we worked well together and got out project done in a meaningful amount of time due to our knowledge of inventor and the design process as a whole.
What factors must be considered when changing or enhancing a design?
You need to consider if the aimed consumers will still be pleased with the change, and if the product you change will still function as originally intended after the change.
Why is it important to document the brainstorming process?
It is important because it shows that you're idea was original and proves that you created it and not someone else. It also gives observes an idea of what choices you could have made instead, and what was going through your mind during the decision of what to pick as a solution.
What is the purpose of sketching your ideas?
Again, it shows proof that this was your original creation and lets you see what you want to make sure that is your final solution. It also gives perspective and something to base what you model off of so you know what you are doing.
You need to consider if the aimed consumers will still be pleased with the change, and if the product you change will still function as originally intended after the change.
Why is it important to document the brainstorming process?
It is important because it shows that you're idea was original and proves that you created it and not someone else. It also gives observes an idea of what choices you could have made instead, and what was going through your mind during the decision of what to pick as a solution.
What is the purpose of sketching your ideas?
Again, it shows proof that this was your original creation and lets you see what you want to make sure that is your final solution. It also gives perspective and something to base what you model off of so you know what you are doing.