jib transfer bench – p13031 1/11/2012. problem definition customer needs / specifications ...
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Problem Definition Customer Needs / Specifications Functional Decomposition Benchmarks First CAD Design Concept Generation Selection Criteria Matrix Preliminary Calculations Budget Estimate Project Plan
Agenda
Task is to design a mechanical solution to move a disabled jib trimmer from side to side so they can perform their crew function
Project Definition
Gary & Zak◦ No leg mobility / core support◦ Desires to be fully secured
Cindy◦ Partial leg & core strength◦ Desires freedom to exit seat◦ Limited footprint available due to Richard’s chair
Height differences to consider
Individual Specific Customer Needs
Must be able to translate AND rotate independent of each other (i.e. not fixed)
Method of Motion Across Boat
We plan to use something similar to secure our device to the front handholds to the boat
Handhold locking mechanisms
Brainstormed ideas for each main component of our assembly:◦ Seat◦ Method of motion (translation and rotation)◦ Method of propulsion◦ Harness◦ Locking mechanism
All must fall within our size constraints for Richard’s boat and without extending into the other team’s footprint
Concept Generation
Concept: Chair that can rotate on a pair of rails spanning the boat
Problem: With full 180° rotation, legs will smack
Method of Motion (cont.)
“Seat-Within-A-Seat” initial sketch◦ Swivel chair on rails that span the boat
One bar w/ bottom support Two bar w/o support
Method of Motion (cont.)
Telescoping arm anchored on the boat floor (platform)◦ Seat mounted on top of arm
Method of Motion (cont.)
Jib trimmers with limited core strength◦ Propel themselves linearly◦ Rotate themselves
◦ No electrical solution, 100% mechanical
Method of Propulsion
Settled on a purchase system◦ Pulley system that will allow the user to pull
themselves with a mechanical advantage
Method of Propulsion
Currently, not settled on a specific lock.◦ Fence lock, pin lock, friction plate◦ Cleating purchase system lines to lock chair
Check prices Check compatibility of what we want to do
Locking Mechanism (Chair)
Must support jib trimmer’s◦ Torso◦ Legs
Should have capability to accept and secure a user’s wheelchair cushion should they wish to use it.
Seat Concepts
Compiled all ideas, determined the best: “Seat-Within-A-Seat” Chair Harness or double-Velcro vest Purchase system for motion Undetermined locking mechanism
See Excel file
Selection Criteria Matrix
Component Zak & Gary Cindy
Seat Go-Kart Seat Swivel Stool
Torso Securing Mechanism 3/5 point Harness Lap Belt or Velcro
Leg Support Wheelchair Footrest none
Method of Movement SWIAS 3-bar BB&B SWIAS 3-bar BB&B
Movement Force 3-1 Purchase system 3-1 Purchase system
Locking Mechanism Friction Brake & Cleats
Friction Brake & Cleats
Selection Criteria Two separate systems based on individual
customer needs
Calculations to prove the design:
Using aluminum traveler bars
Box tube deflection – 7075 Aluminum ◦ Weight sitting on ◦ Deflection: -0.0000131 inches◦ Shears at 19.9°
Box tube shear strength Looking at smaller, cheaper,
lighter materials
Preliminary Calculations
Drop platform onto floor Lock into first handhold (using similar
locking device from Gold Medal Chair) Jib trimmer sits in chair and straps in Sail away!
Sailboat Installation
Budget Estimate
Based on the Gold Medal Chair:◦ $1,658
Based on research of components that we are looking at:◦ $2,000
Continue with design phase CAD Modeling Create Bill of Materials Prove Design Detailed Design Review in 3-5 weeks Order parts
Build, install, sail!
Project Plan Summary