Regarding mechanical project which involves innovation and fabrication

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a mechanical engineering mini project that requires the creation of an innovative physical model within a four-month timeframe. Participants are sharing ideas and suggestions for project topics that are feasible within a specified budget.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests improving vehicle aerodynamics and fuel economy, particularly for trucks or SUVs.
  • Another proposes creating a mobile attachment for vehicles, such as a small crane or lifting device for outdoor tasks.
  • A third idea involves designing an innovative "stair chair" for evacuating individuals who cannot walk.
  • One participant expresses interest in enhancing bus ventilation systems for hot climates, specifically in India.
  • Another participant mentions the idea of developing underwater vertical axis turbines for efficient power generation.
  • Suggestions for more efficient water purification or air conditioning systems are also raised, considering geographic conditions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants are sharing various project ideas without a clear consensus on a single direction. Multiple competing views and suggestions remain, indicating that the discussion is still open and unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Participants are encouraged to generate their own ideas, and there is an emphasis on the need for feasibility in terms of budget and available tools. Some suggestions may depend on specific geographic or climatic conditions.

Who May Find This Useful

Students in mechanical engineering or related fields looking for project ideas, as well as those interested in innovative design and fabrication within budget constraints.

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hello all..:)
i just registered to this seeing fantastic discusssions regarding projects and all...

i too have a mini project in my course. its for a duration of 4 months and at the end of it, some physical fabricated model has to be made ready...i have a group of 3 members and budget is not more than 20000/-

i am in 3rd year of mechanical engg...the idea for the project should be something innovative...we have to make the design for the model, simulate it if required and then make a physical prototype for it within 4 months...

i have to present the idea in front of my professor next week itself so please give some quick suggestions and help me...
 
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saransh_IITH said:
hello all..:)
i just registered to this seeing fantastic discusssions regarding projects n all...

i too have a mini project in my course. its for a duration of 4 months and at the end of it, some physical fabricated model has to be made ready...i have a group of 3 members and budget is not more than 20000/-

i am in 3rd year of mechanical engg...the idea for the project should be something innovative...we have to make the design for the model, simulate it if required and then make a physical prototype for it within 4 months...

i have to present the idea in front of my professor next week itself so please give some quick suggestions and help me...

Welcome to the PF.

Maybe something to improve vehicle aerodynamics and fuel economy? Like for a truck or SUV or whatever.

Maybe some attachment for a vehicle that can be used in mobile work of some sort. Like a small crane/lifting device for some outdoor work task of some sort.

Maybe an innovative new design for a "stair chair" that is used for evacuating people who cannot walk out of buildings...
 
berkeman said:
Welcome to the PF.

Maybe something to improve vehicle aerodynamics and fuel economy? Like for a truck or SUV or whatever.

Maybe some attachment for a vehicle that can be used in mobile work of some sort. Like a small crane/lifting device for some outdoor work task of some sort.

Maybe an innovative new design for a "stair chair" that is used for evacuating people who cannot walk out of buildings...

stair chair looks good...i ll see into it...relating to vehicle aerodynamics, i thought of buses with better ventilations (which will be very useful in hot countries like mine- India). give me suggestions upon this...
also can you elaborate on the attachment or lifting device...
 
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saransh_IITH said:
stair chair looks good...i ll see into it...relating to vehicle aerodynamics, i thought of buses with better ventilations (which will be very useful in hot countries like mine- India). give me suggestions upon this...
also can you elaborate on the attachment or lifting device...

We have a theme here at the PF, where we require students to do the majority of the work. What are YOUR ideas for your project?
 
berkeman said:
We have a theme here at the PF, where we require students to do the majority of the work. What are YOUR ideas for your project?
i have thought of a project- to make underwater vertical axis turbines which has a good efficiency in generating power...i want more suggestions cause we have to propose 2-3 ideas to our prof and we ll do that one whch s d mst feasible in terms of money n tools etc...
 
Given your geographic situation, maybe more efficient water purification or air conditioning systems. (If you lived near me, I'd suggest a better furnace. :biggrin:)
 

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