Week 12 - Mechanical Design (Machine Week - Part 1)#

Week 12 focused on mechanical design, specifically designing mechanisms and mechanical systems as part of the machine building project.
The aim was to understand mechanism design, motion systems, and structural considerations for machine building.

This is the first part of the two-week machine design project.


Group Assignment#

  • Design a machine that includes mechanism + actuation + automation
  • Build the mechanical parts and operate it manually
  • Document the group project and your individual contribution

Individual Contribution#

  • Document your specific role in the group project
  • Explain the mechanical concepts you implemented

What I Learned#


Software Used#

  • CAD Software for mechanism design
  • CAM Software for part fabrication
  • Fabrication tools (laser cutter, CNC, 3D printer)
  • Browser + Git for documentation

Weekly Schedule#

Day What I Did
WED Lecture on mechanical design
THU
FRI
SAT
SUN
MON
TUE Regional review