Co-op Final PresentationSummer 2015

Michael Ross Smith

Michael Ross SmithPaintGreg HowardTroy ChapmanVirginia Commonwealth UniversityJuniorMechanical EngineeringFirst

Introduction:Name:

Department: Supervisor:

Mentor: University:

Academic Level: Major:

Co-op Term:

Projects & Tasks:1) Learn CATIA2) Model and design props, fixtures, and supports3) Update op-standards and safety risks in PDDA for

new models

Learning CATIA:

Friendlier to a new user

Able to model in 3Dand then draw in 2D

Toolbars with large buttons

Less assumptions made when modeling Create assemblies of

multiple partsToolbars with three times as

many smaller buttonsVery similar functions, different

vocabulary

Geometric and dimensional constraints

Similar UI

Default hotkeys

Fixtures & Props:Current Situation:• Lots of associate movement• Lose track of designs, dimensions, and intent

Objective:• Model and create 2D drawings of fixtures, props, and supports in order to allow easy manufacturing and access.

Improvement:• Establish constraints which allow for easy future modification

Result:• 3D models that are designed under the assumption that they will need to be changed in the future. • Fewer lost and non-updated drawings.

Bumper Supports:Current Situation:• Bumpers for new model need to be held securely through the painting process• Steel supports cause deforms and inconsistencies from heat

Objective:• Model and create 2D drawings of prototype bumper supports• Allow top of bumper supports to detach and get cleaned easily

Result:• Mass production of new model bumper plates and supports• Initial design for Delron/steel supports completed

Testing:

PDDA (Process Data Development & Analysis)

Current Situation:• Operation standards need to be

updated for new models• Ergonomic risks need to be reassessed

Objective:• Update operation standards for new

model Accord, ILX, and TLX

Result:• Improved categorization of different

processes• Clear pronunciation of quality

standards• Updated safety risks on line

HART (Honda of America Racing Team)

• Autocross preparation and competition• Meets at AEP (Anna, OH)• Volunteer associates

• Drive• Maintain

• Hands-on technical experience• Improved diagnostic ability• Opportunity to instruct less experienced

members

• Experience on an established, well-funded race team

Lessons learned from co-op:• Familiarized with a professional setting

– Assembly– Design– Communication

• New 3D modeling software

Future interests:• Automotive field

– Motorsport– Aftermarket performance parts– High performance production vehicles

Thanks to:

• Greg Howard• Troy Chapman• Paint - New Model• Honda