Chosen Solution:
The chosen solution is a mix of both the first and fourth alternate solution.
2D Views:
The
few drawings above represent the chosen solution. This includes all the parts
that create the final solution and their dimensions. The chosen solution is
cylindrical in shape, twenty-five inches in height, and fourteen inches in
diameter. A lid is included with this design that can be screwed on or off in
order to pour contaminated water inside. In addition to the overall container
and lid, the exterior parts of the solution include two handles for handling
purposes and a spout where the filtered water exits the product.
The
parts that create the interior features of the solution include my partners
filtration system (includes a container which houses the filters), a base that
supports the container of the filters, a rod that supports the base, and a lip
that also supports the base (lines the circumference of the container).
3D View:
The
3D view of the chosen solution depicts the overall look and realistic view of
the product. This view represents what the physical product will look like once
created. The solution is cylindrical in shape with two handles, a spout, and
screw on lid.
Exploded View:
The
exploded view of the chosen solution depicts how the individual pieces of the
product fit together. The image above includes the lid, container of filters,
base, supporting rod, and container. The rod sits in a groove in the center of
the container, a lip runs along the circumference of the container, the base
rests on both the rod and lip, the container of filters sits on the base, and
the lid is then placed on the container.
Parts List:
- container (includes handles, spout, lip, groove)
- rod
- base
- container (includes set of filters)
- lid
Hi Rebecca, I have a few comments:\
ReplyDeletea) You CAD drawings are effective at communicating the overall design.
b) The handles and the spout need more thinking & refinements. Consider using a handle and spout from a supply catalogue or design you own.
c) I do not see the biomimicry influence in the design. Consider re-looking at your early research to tie it back to the intent and an aspect from nature.
another comments:
Deleted) Polycabonate is one of the most costly resins in the market. It cost rangers between $1.60 to $1.90 per pound. Have you considered less expensive resins. For example polypropolyne may be appropriate for your design and it costs between $0.57 to $0.77 per pound.
Hello Rebecca,
ReplyDeleteHere are a few links with information about the safe use of water in polypropylene tanks. The use of polypropolyne is widely used for water and many food grade storage applaication. Here are links some sources of information.
http://www.plastic-mart.com/category/238/polypropylene-tanks
http://www.terracon-solutions.com/plastic-tanks/plastic-water-storage-tanks
I will ask an associate that specializes in material science for additional information.
Regards, Mr Jimenez