Windshield Wiper Assembly Re-design
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Executive Summary
Updates since Report 1
Please provide any updates to the wiki report on the analysis of our current product (see report 1 revision assignment)
Research and Observations
Please provide a description of your research and observations. Define the design problem as you understand it, and identify insights and opportunities
Top Design Concepts
Please provide sketches and descriptions of your top three to five design concepts, describing what opportunities have been identified and how they will be addressed.
Compressed Air System
Heated Blades
Exchangible Blades/Rubber
Multiple Blades (flap or rotating)
Design Comparisons
Pugh Chart
| Criteria | Weight | Standard Windshield Wiper | Compressed Air System | Heated Blades | Exchangeable Blades | Multiple Blades |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durable | 1 | 0 | - | |||
| Easy to change | 2 | 0 | - | |||
| Affordable | 2 | 0 | - | |||
| Effective for all weather | 3 | 0 | ++ | |||
| Visibility | 3 | 0 | + | |||
| + | cell 2,1 | 0 | ||||
| 0 | cell 2,1 | cell 2,2 | ||||
| - | cell 2,1 | 0 | ||||
| Net Score | cell 2,1 | 0 |
VOA
also, although the client didn't specifically ask for a VOA, I have asked you to provide one as part of your way of communicating the opportunity.
Gandt Chart
In addition, each report should include a Gantt chart or alternative method to map out the team plan for design and prototyping through the remainder of the semester. Be as detailed and specific to your particular project as you can, and assign roles for team members as appropriate.
