Moving forward

This week was very informative as we conducted analysis on our spindle/axel set up. Further test will be done to confirm our results.

As we move forward, completion of the rear wheel assembly is needed in order to finish welding the base of our frame. 

Below is an image of a new bracket needed to complete this design.

Updated Gantt Chart

Welding Setback

This week, the team was set back on welding due to design. A few of the cart's components must be redesigned in order to continue welding:

• spindle
• suspension arms (possibly)
• reinforcement of front wheel (new design)

To-do:

Finalize design for mentioned components and run through our machinists (Mike and Joe) in order to proceed with welding.

Lauren the Machinist

Today, we have a special entry, as our team member Lauren learns how to use a mill.

 

Frame Material Purchased

With a completed cut plan, material(Aluminum 6061-T6) was ordered and cutting began almost immediately.

To do:
Prepare the aluminum by Wednesday and begin welding late this week, possibly Monday (10/14/13)

Bottom Frame Static Analysis

 

With the bottom frame finalized, static analysis was done to simulate a pulling force of 500 pounds.

The analysis produced the following results.

 

 

To do:

Further analysis will be on suspension

Create caliper mounting bracket if needed.

Buy material to begin welding frame.

Spindle Assembly

With the purchase of the disc brakes and calipers, the team encountered problems with the caliper's mounting bracket. A solution was proposed that would allow the mounting bracket to be attached to the entire frame via the designed spindle assembly.