MIME 497 Capstone Design Design Proposal WHAT IS THIS ASSIGNMENT? With this individual assignment, you are working toward a Final Project Report that you will present as a team at the end of MIME 498. Project reports are challenging documents to produce; they must present enough detail to be credible, but not so much detail that they lose a reader who is unfamiliar with the project. This individual assignment gives you practice in two types of summary, as well as another opportunity for revision. This assignment must include: • Summary of the project scope and context presented in your Scope and Research Statement. Discussion of your design process. This discussion should summarize your design process―how you went about understanding your design problem and coming up with ideas. A detailed description on the design solution in your own words. Your design should be a potentially viable design when compared to the customer requirements (CRs). Your description should include a high-quality visual of that solution and a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of your solution with respect to the project CRs (rather than as compared to the other solutions). A detailed description of the design solution that your team is proposing to move forward with including the rational for selecting this design. This will be strictly in your own words, even though all members of your team are describing the same concept. HOW IS A DESIGN PROPOSAL USED? Documents like this Design Proposal are used by teams to get buy-in for their proposed design. You can think of it like a pitch, your chance to convince your readers that your chosen design is worth pursuing. To convince them, you must demonstrate your understanding of the project problem and context, present design options based on sound engineering, and offer a logical rationale for your proposed design solution. Documents like this Design Proposal are used to convince clients/customers, managers, and other key stakeholders that your team has done the work necessary to be trusted with further investment of resources. If successful, you will be given permission to move forward with the project. If unconvincing, you will be required to revise and re-propose. For the purposes of this class, your proposal will be read by your managers (course instructor) and advisors (stakeholders). Your advisors will provide input that the instructors will use to determine whether your project is ready to move forward. WHAT SHOULD THIS DESIGN PROPOSAL ACCOMPLISH? By the end of this Design Proposal, readers should have confidence in: 1. 2. Your understanding of your project scope and context. In your revisions to the material from your Scope and Research Statement, work to address reader comments, adding or eliminating information as needed to present a complete picture of your project and its context (people, background research, constraints, risks, assumptions, etc.). The soundness of your design process. Your discussion of your design process should give the reader confidence that (1) you and your team followed a design process, (2) the process you chose to generate design alternatives was based on research and the process's relevance to your project, and (3) your design alternatives were generated with an eye toward finding the best options for fulfilling the customer requirements. 3. 4. Your individual description of the solution. Each individual team member will describe a viable solution to the project objectives in their own words. Your reader should be able to fully understand the concept that you are describing and understand how it will or will not satisfy the project requirements. As the author, you may cut and paste material you created and used in the Scope and Research paper but it must be your own writing. You can also use the same figures, tables, and citations as your team members but be sure to reference them if they come from other sources. The rationale for your design selection. Your reader should leave the report with a clear understanding of what your chosen design solution is and why it is the best choice, including both how it fulfills the project goals outlined in your scope and how your team is well positioned to execute the work. WHAT THIS ASSIGNMENT IS NOT This assignment is not an unrevised original Scope and Research Statement with some new content tacked on at the end. At minimum, you need to revise your Scope and Research Statement to address reader comments and questions as well as reduce its size. You may need to restructure content to incorporate requested or new information, which may mean that you need to create new section headings, move research information around, or completely rewrite certain sections. Such in-depth editing is a normal part of the document generation process. This assignment is not a place to document every single design alternative you considered that goes in your Team Check Ins. Discuss only your top choices in this document. ASSIGNMENT LOGISTICS Assignment type: Individual Length: Approximately 2,000 words with a size 12 font with a cover page and references. Style: Use the Capstone Style Guide for fundamental rules regarding grammar, punctuation, and usage. Use visible structure (headings, bullets) to quickly convey information and organizational structure. Order of Submissions: 1. 2. 3. Submit Initial draft to Canvas (approx. Week 6) Peer review of your initial draft (approx. Week 7) Submit Final draft to Canvas (approx. Week 8) 4. Submit Final, edited version of paper (next term) SOME QUESTIONS TO GET YOU STARTED: Project Scope and Context: • What new information have I learned about my project that I want to incorporate? What content areas were most confusing to my readers? What additional research do I need to incorporate? Design Process & Selection Rationale: • (ME projects) What tools will we use to understand the underlying purpose of the project and generate design alternatives (e.g. functional decomposition and morphological matrix, etc..)? (IE Projects) What tools will we use to understand the underlying purpose of the project and generate design alternatives (e.g. SWOT analysis, KPIs, etc..)? How does the chosen design meet the customer requirements better than other designs? Are there other factors related to our ability to deliver (team familiarity with equipment or manufacturing processes, availability of materials, timeline, etc.) that influenced our choice of design?/n/n WIC Initial Draft - Design Proposal February 11, 2023 Team 24- 28 Motivating the Next Generation in STEM School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering (MIME) Oregon State University Introduction In a world where technology and science are the cornerstones of innovation, there is a pressing need to foster a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in the younger generation. Our initiative, "Motivating the Next Generation in STEM," aims to meet this need by marrying the intrigue of art with the logic of physics through an engaging desktop kinetic sculpture. This project stands at the confluence of creativity and education, designed to not only be a visually appealing piece of art but also a compelling educational tool that embodies and elucidates fundamental principles of physics. Our intention is to close the chasm between theoretical concepts taught in textbooks and their tangible applications in the real world. By transforming abstract physics principles into interactive art, we provide a medium through which students can visually and kinesthetically engage with complex ideas. This type of hands-on learning is crucial for young learners to not just memorize scientific laws but to internalize and understand their significance in everyday life. The sculpture will also serve as a beacon, highlighting the beauty and simplicity underlying complex scientific phenomena, thereby demystifying intimidating concepts and making them approachable for students with varying degrees of proficiency in science. Through this project, we aspire to ignite curiosity, stimulate imaginations, and instill a lifelong interest in the sciences. Our ultimate goal is to inspire future innovators who will lead the way in technological advancements and scientific discovery. In crafting this sculpture, we are mindful of the diverse learning environments and economic barriers that exist globally. Hence, our design is open-source, allowing educators and learners from all over the world to build, interact with, and learn from the sculpture using simple materials and tools. By doing so, we strive to make learning about physics universally accessible and enjoyable, encouraging a global dialogue in STEM education. With "Motivating the Next Generation in STEM," we are not just creating a teaching aid; we are sculpting a new pathway to learning that is as effective as it is inspiring. It is our belief that through this project, we can help lay the groundwork for a more scientifically engaged and enlightened generation, ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and creativity. Project Scope Our project's core is centered around the development of an open-source desktop kinetic sculpture that seamlessly blends the allure of art with the fundamental principles of physics. This kinetic sculpture, more than just an aesthetically pleasing artifact, is a visual representation of a central physics concept—be it Newton's laws of motion, the intricate dance of gravity, the conservation of energy, or the invisible yet palpable forces that govern our universe. The process of selecting the appropriate principle to highlight is comprehensive and deliberate, ensuring that the chosen concept not only holds significant educational merit but also lends itself well to the dynamic medium of kinetic art. By doing so, we aim to engage learners on multiple levels intellectually, visually, and emotionally, thereby fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of the wonders of physics. In our endeavor to democratize education and make STEM learning a universal privilege, the sculpture is designed with affordability and accessibility at its forefront. Utilizing materials that are both cost-effective and widely available, we prioritize a design that is economical and can be assembled with the simplest of tools. This approach not only makes our sculpture an ideal resource for educational institutions across economic spectra but also for individual enthusiasts and learners in remote areas without access to specialized equipment. To transcend language barriers and promote inclusivity, our project documentation adopts a minimalist and intuitive IKEA-style format. This largely graphical instruction set is designed to be self-explanatory, ensuring that users from any part of the world, regardless of their English language proficiency, can assemble and understand the sculpture and its underlying scientific principle. The ambition of this project extends beyond the immediate educational impact. We envision this sculpture to be a catalyst for global conversations around the importance of physics in everyday life. By placing an interactive piece of scientific art on desks across the world, we are inviting learners to not just observe but interact with the laws that are foundational to our existence. Through this, we hope to inspire not just an academic interest in STEM, but a lifelong passion that drives the next generation towards innovation and exploration. Budget and Manufacturing The final design aimed at a manufacturing cost of less than $20. This budget-conscious approach ensures that the sculpture is not only educational but also economically feasible for widespread distribution. The design will incorporate various materials like metals, plastics, and recyclables, enhancing its educational value and appeal while avoiding complete reliance on 3D printing. Design Process The design process for our kinetic sculpture project was a meticulous and collaborative journey, blending creativity with scientific principles. We began with a brainstorming session, where our team generated a wide array of ideas for physics principles to showcase. This stage was crucial in fostering creativity and ensuring a diverse range of concepts were considered. In the conceptualization stage, we evaluated each idea based on its educational value, feasibility, and visual impact. We used methods like mind mapping and sketching to visualize how each principle could be transformed into a kinetic sculpture. The selection of the physics principle was guided by its relevance to everyday phenomena and its potential to captivate young minds. Our iterative design approach involved building and testing prototypes. We continuously refined our ideas, considering feedback from insructor . This process was not just about creating an aesthetically pleasing sculpture but also ensuring it was an effective educational tool. Special attention waintrorats given to making the concepts understandable and relatable, especially for those new to physics. Throughout the design process, we balanced the need for an engaging visual appeal with the educational objective of the sculpture. We aimed to create a design that was not only visually striking but also intuitively communicated the chosen physics principle. This required a deep understanding of both art and science, ensuring the final product was as informative as it was captivating. This section of the proposal would detail the team's journey from initial idea generation through the iterative design and feedback process, leading to the final concept for the kinetic sculpture. It would highlight the importance of considering educational value and visual appeal in the design process. Final Design Solution The final design of our desktop kinetic sculpture is a thoughtful assembly that combines simple materials with complex concepts. At its heart, it features a pendulum that demonstrates the conservation of momentum and energy. The base and supporting structure, made from durable cardboard and recycled plastics, represent our commitment to sustainability. The swinging weight is a metal bob, chosen for its density and visual contrast to the lightweight structure. The mechanics of the sculpture are simple yet effective. The pendulum is suspended from a flexible yet sturdy support, allowing it to swing freely as shown in Figure1.1 and Figure1.2 . The design's simplicity ensures that the focus remains on the principle of physics it embodies. Signage accompanying the sculpture is created from recycled materials and uses engaging visuals to explain the physics concept, ensuring that the educational message is clear and accessible. bob wire fixed point Figure 1.1 Figure 1.2 The sculpture is minimalist, employing lines that draws attention to the movement of the pendulum. This minimalist approach not only enhances the visual impact of the design but also reinforces the educational aspect by minimizing distractions. The educational impact of our sculpture is twofold: it offers a tangible demonstration of a physics principle, making it more comprehensible for visual learners, and it also acts as a conversation starter, encouraging further exploration of physics and engineering concepts. By providing a physical manifestation of abstract scientific laws, the sculpture serves as an invaluable tool for educators and students alike. Open Source Viability and Documentation Our project's goal is its open-source nature, making it a beacon for global educational enrichment. The design documentation is crafted with the utmost clarity in mind, mirroring the simplicity and inclusivity of IKEA-style manuals. It's a visually driven guide that transcends language barriers, ensuring anyone, anywhere can replicate our kinetic sculpture with ease. Each component is detailed with intuitive icons and easy-to-follow visual steps, minimizing text to simplify the build process. This universally accessible approach not only democratizes education but also fosters innovation, allowing adaptations and improvements by educators, students, and hobbyists alike. The open-