Covers Orientation, Analyzing, Development and Implementation phases of an engineering project to build a Solar Vehicle. By Illumination (team Illumination's work) [GFDL or CC-BY-SA-3.0-2.5-2.0-1.0], via Wikimedia Commons



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EE4 Building a solar vehicle

• 1. Orientation
  • Building WBS
  • Choosing subject
  • Developing Gantt chart
  • Writing cooperation contract
  • Writing POA

• 2. Analyzing phase
  • Brainstorming
  • Research
    • Surfing the internet
    • Contact coach
    • Visiting libraries

• 3. Development phase
  • Engineering
    • Case SSV part 1 (Building SSV)
      • Calculations
      • Sankey diagram
    • Case Simulink
      • Simulaton of SSV
    • Case SSV part 2
      • Calculation (shaft)
      • SSV test
      • 2D technical drawing
      • Sankey diagram of Umicar

• 4. Implementation
  • Enterprising
    • Budget management
    • Market position
  • Education
    • Process report
    • Solutions report

Description of each work package in the WBS

1. Orientation Building WBS

• Choosing subject: Select the main topic or specific aspect of the solar vehicle project to focus on.
• Developing Gantt chart: Create a Gantt chart to outline and schedule all tasks, dependencies, and durations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Writing cooperation contract: Draft a formal agreement that specifies the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of all project stakeholders.
• Writing POA: Develop a Plan of Action (POA) that outlines the steps, resources, and timeline necessary to accomplish the project objectives.

2. Analyzing Phase

• Brainstorming: Hold creative sessions to generate ideas and approaches for designing the solar vehicle.
• Research: Conduct detailed investigations into existing solar vehicle technologies, materials, and methods.
• Surfing the internet: Use online resources to gather additional data and insights relevant to solar vehicles.
• Contact coach: Engage with a project coach or advisor to gain guidance, confirm directions, and validate ideas.
• Visiting libraries: Access and review academic and professional literature on solar vehicle design and technology from library resources.

3. Development Phase

• Engineering Case SSV part 1 (Building SSV): Begin the practical construction of the Solar System Vehicle (SSV), focusing on integrating all components.
• Calculations: Perform necessary mathematical calculations for design specifications and functionality.
• Sankey diagram: Create Sankey diagrams to visually represent energy or material transfers within the solar vehicle system.
• Case Simulink Simulation of SSV: Utilize Simulink software to simulate and analyze the performance of the solar vehicle’s systems.
• Case SSV part 2 Calculation (shaft): Carry out specific calculations for designing the vehicle’s shaft and related mechanics.
• SSV test: Conduct tests on the SSV to evaluate its performance and make necessary adjustments.
• 2D technical drawing: Produce detailed technical drawings of the solar vehicle in two dimensions for construction and documentation purposes.
• Sankey diagram of Umicar: Develop a Sankey diagram specifically for the Umicar, another model or part of the solar vehicle, to illustrate its energy flows.

4. Implementation

• Enterprising: Initiate and manage the project's enterprise aspects, including proposals and stakeholder engagements.
• Budget management: Oversee the financial resources of the project, ensuring costs are kept within the allocated budget.
• Market position: Analyze and establish the potential market position for the solar vehicle, considering competition and target markets.
• Education: Implement educational initiatives to inform team members and stakeholders about solar technology and project developments.
• Process report: Document the process of the project, detailing the development, challenges, and milestones.
• Solutions report: Compile a report summarizing the solutions developed, the effectiveness of the project, and any innovations or improvements made.

Glossary of terms

Sankey Diagram

A Sankey diagram is a specific type of flow diagram that visually represents the flow of materials, energy, or costs within a system. The width of the arrows or bands in the diagram is proportional to the flow quantity they represent. Sankey diagrams are useful in identifying dominant contributions to an overall flow and are often used in engineering, physics, and environmental studies to visualize energy or material efficiencies and losses.

Simulink Simulation

Simulink simulation refers to the process of using Simulink software to create simulations of systems or processes to test and verify their performance without needing to build them first. In the context of a solar vehicle, Simulink simulation would involve creating a detailed, functional model of the vehicle’s systems, including power management, motor control, and other subsystems, to predict how the vehicle would behave under different conditions. This helps engineers make informed decisions about design changes, troubleshoot issues, and improve system reliability and efficiency before actual manufacturing.

Simulink Software

Simulink is a MATLAB-based graphical programming environment for modeling, simulating, and analyzing multidomain dynamical systems. It supports simulation, automatic code generation, and continuous test and verification of embedded systems. Simulink is widely used in engineering for designing complex systems that can be simulated before being implemented in hardware. It offers a drag-and-drop interface with a vast library of pre-built blocks for a range of systems, allowing users to model real-time systems in a clean and understandable way.

Umicar

Umicar specifically refers to a solar vehicle developed by a team at the University of Michigan, known for participating in solar car challenges and competitions. The Umicar is one of the vehicles that demonstrates practical applications of solar energy in transportation, incorporating innovative design and technology to optimize performance and efficiency under solar power. It is an example of real-world engineering applications in the field of renewable energy and sustainable transport solutions.