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- | + | The analysis of failure modes and the effects it has on the consumer or the product must be taken into consideration when redesigning a product. It is important that the product be designed such that it is safe and reliable for the consumer. The evaluation of the product using FMEA allows for us to address the possible effects of failure early on in the design stage. | |
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- | + | S: Severity of Failure (1: Effect not noticed by consumer - 10: Hazardous, failure occurs without warning; life threatening) | |
- | + | O: Occurrence of Failure (1: Extremely unlikely - 10: Extremely high occurrence) | |
- | + | D: Detection of Failure (1: Certain to detect - 10: No chance of detection; no inspection) | |
- | + | RPN: Risk Priority Number = Severity (S) x Occurrence (O) x Detection (D) | |
After evaluating the product, the parts that were found to have the highest RPNs were those associated with the wringing process. The wringer plates and accompanying parts had high RPNs because if wringer on the bucket fails then the bucket and wringer system will no longer be usable. This can also be applied to the wringing mechanism on the mop rod. If the mechanism fails then the mop will no longer be usable. During the redesign process most of the focus will be on improving the bucket wringing system and the wringing system on the mop. | After evaluating the product, the parts that were found to have the highest RPNs were those associated with the wringing process. The wringer plates and accompanying parts had high RPNs because if wringer on the bucket fails then the bucket and wringer system will no longer be usable. This can also be applied to the wringing mechanism on the mop rod. If the mechanism fails then the mop will no longer be usable. During the redesign process most of the focus will be on improving the bucket wringing system and the wringing system on the mop. |
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Contents |
Executive Summary
Your executive summary is not a table of contents -- it is a summary of major findings and recommendations.
You are to provide the key information an executive would need to make a decision in just a few sentences.
Focus on your findings, conclusions, and recommendations rather than telling a chronological story. Bad example: "We identified custimer needs and then we analyzed the product using DFMA, DFE, and FMEA." Good example: "The competitor product is well-designed for manufacturing and assembly, with a low part count and appropriate choice of materials and processes. However, we recommend consolidating the housing into a single part and replacing fasteners with snap fits to further reduce part count and production cost."
Stakeholder Analysis
In performing a product use study the following stakeholders and their needs were identified and documented. Even though the list contains many eccentric interests, there are many shared values.
Stakeholder | Needs |
---|---|
Manufacturers | Low cost, Able to mass produced, Easy to assemble, Environmentally friendly, Easy to store and package |
Investors | Low cost, Significant innovation, Aesthetics, Large market |
Retailers | Easy to store, Accessory options, Universal interface, Compatibility, Low cost, Utility |
Cleaning Supply Companies | Universal interface, compatibility |
Commercial Consumers | Low cost, Durability, Light Weight, Quiet, Intuitive operation, Ergonomic design, Easy to stow, Easy to clean |
Independent Consumers | Low cost, Aesthetically pleasing, easy to clean, Storability, Portability, Intuitive operation, Light weight, Durability |
Usage
Product Use Steps
Mop and Bucket Combination | Self-Wringing Folding Mop | |||||
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Step # | Description | Image | Step # | Description | Image | |
1 | Make a mess | 1 | Make a mess | |||
2 | Fill bucket with water | 2 | Obtain a bucket | |||
3 | Add recommended amount
of cleaning solution | 3 | Fill bucket with water | |||
4 | Put mop in bucket | 4 | Add recommended amount
of cleaning solution | |||
5 | Move mop to wringer | 5 | Put mop in bucket | |||
6 | Wring out mop | 6 | Slide wringer towards
end of mop, over the bucket | |||
7 | Mop floor (i.e. move back
and forth across desired dirty surface) | 7 | Mop floor (i.e. move back
and forth across desired dirty surface) | |||
8 | Repeat steps 4-7 until
desired cleanliness is achieved | N/A | 8 | Repeat steps 5-7 until
desired cleanliness is achieved | N/A | |
9 | Empty bucket | 9 | Empty bucket | |||
10 | Repeat steps 2-3 as desired | N/A | 10 | Repeat steps 3-4 as desired | N/A |
User Studies
Mechanism
Bill of Materials
Sub-assembly | Part | Quantity | Description | Material | Manufacturing Process | Weight (g) | Image |
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Wringer | Upper Wringer Plate | 1 | Translates toward the bottom wringer plate to compress the mop head and squeeze water into bucket | Plastic | Injection Molded | 781 | |
Bottom Wringer Plate (Wringer Base) | 1 | Provides a rigid surface for the upper wringer plate to compress the mop head against | Plastic | Injection Molded | 1520 | ||
Linkage Stabilizing Pin | 1 | Creates a uniform starting point for linkages to push off from thereby stabilizing upper wringer plate when being compressed | Aluminum | Extruded, cut | 48 | ||
Upper Wringer Plate Linkage | 4 | Controls translation of upper wringer plate towards bottom wringer plate to compress mop head | Steel | Stamped | 69 | ||
Rivet | 2 | Secures wringer lever to linkages | Aluminum | Purchased | 4 | ||
Wringer Lever | 1 | Controls movement of upper wringer plate and therefore the compression of the mop head | Aluminum | Extruded, cut, bent (purchased) | 937 | ||
Lever Handle Cover | 1 | Provides friction surface and safety feature for operating lever | Rubber | Molding | 27.8 | ||
Level Torsional Spring | 1 | Resists compression of upper wringer plate and returns it to its original, open position | Aluminum | Extruded, bent (purchased) | 4.4 |
Sub-assembly | Part | Quantity | Description | Material | Manufacturing Process | Weight (g) | Image |
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Folding Mop | Sponge | 1 | Soaks up water, cleans floor | Synthetic Sponge | Purchased, cut | 50 | |
Scrubbing Pad | 1 | Allows scrubbing for hard to clean messes | Plastic | Purchased, cut | <1 | ||
Folding Plates Spring | 1 | Returns two folding plates to linear position to mop floor | Aluminum | Extruded, cut, bent (purchased) | 4 | ||
Folding Sponge Plate | 2 | Folds towards opposite plate to squeeze excess water out of sponge | Plastic | Injection Molded | 23 | ||
Mop End Cover | 1 | Allows for the mop to be hung on a hook/nail, provides aesthetic design | Plastic | Injection Molded | 18 | ||
Plate Folding Handle | 1 | Slides along mop rod to fold bottom plates together and squeeze out excess water | Plastic | Injection Molded | 38 | ||
Sponge Mount | 1 | Attaches sponge to mop rod | Plastic | Injection Molded | 47 | ||
Mop Rod | 1 | Controls movement of the mop head | Aluminum | Extruded, cut | 186 | ||
Folding Handle Pin | 1 | Secures handle to the folding rod | Aluminum | Purchased | <1 | ||
Folding Rod | 1 | Translated force from folding handle to folding plate spring and plates | Aluminum | Extruded, cut, bent | 35 | ||
Folding Plate Compressor | 1 | Pushes the folding plates towards each other to squeeze out excess water | Aluminum | Extruded, cut, bent | 51 | ||
Folding Plate Compressor Roller | 2 | Rolls along folding plates and pushes them together as the folding handle is pushed toward the mop head | Plastic | Injection Molded | 2 |
Design for Manufacturing Analysis
Are there opportunities to improve manufacturability and make a competing product cheaper? Identify where material and process choices are appropriate or inappropriate for expected production volume.
Failure Mode and Effect Analysis
The analysis of failure modes and the effects it has on the consumer or the product must be taken into consideration when redesigning a product. It is important that the product be designed such that it is safe and reliable for the consumer. The evaluation of the product using FMEA allows for us to address the possible effects of failure early on in the design stage.
Numerical Ratings:
S: Severity of Failure (1: Effect not noticed by consumer - 10: Hazardous, failure occurs without warning; life threatening)
O: Occurrence of Failure (1: Extremely unlikely - 10: Extremely high occurrence)
D: Detection of Failure (1: Certain to detect - 10: No chance of detection; no inspection)
RPN: Risk Priority Number = Severity (S) x Occurrence (O) x Detection (D)
After evaluating the product, the parts that were found to have the highest RPNs were those associated with the wringing process. The wringer plates and accompanying parts had high RPNs because if wringer on the bucket fails then the bucket and wringer system will no longer be usable. This can also be applied to the wringing mechanism on the mop rod. If the mechanism fails then the mop will no longer be usable. During the redesign process most of the focus will be on improving the bucket wringing system and the wringing system on the mop.
Design for the Environment
What is the major source(s) of CO2 in the product's life cycle? If Congress were to pass a tax on CO2, would this have a significant impact on the cost of production or use of the product?
Group Dynamic
Team lead:
DFMA lead:
FMEA lead:
DFE lead:
Summary of team chemistry
References
Keep Reference Materials
= References =