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= Introduction and Overview =
= Introduction and Overview =
In a rapidly progressing and innovation-focused world, there is constantly a push for revolutionary new ideas. As the future of engineering, you have been called upon by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) in collaboration with NYU Tandon School of Engineering to propose and develop upon unique, intriguing ideas that will promote technological advancement and improve quality of life. The National Academy of Engineering wants to see how the new generation of engineers will address the Engineering Grand Challenges and technological problems the world faces. They want to reward innovative and exceptional designs and prototypes.
In a rapidly progressing, there is a constant push for revolutionary new ideas. The National Academy of Engineers (NAE) and the NYU Tandon School of Engineering are seeking proposals to develop unique and intriguing technology that will promote advancement and improve quality of life. The NAE wants to see how the new generation of engineers will address the NAE's Engineering Grand Challenges and technological problems the world faces. The grantors want to reward innovative and exceptional designs and prototypes.


Your team is tasked with identifying a problem that needs to be solved or address a proposed problem and then moving forward to develop a solution. At the end of this semester, you will be expected to have a working prototype that you can showcase to your professors and teaching assistants. The product that shows the most creativity, promise, and innovative excellence will win an award. The goal of this endeavor is to address an engineering problem that you believe you can solve or begin to solve. You have the freedom to propose any idea you believe has merit be it a completely new technology or one that you aspire to adapt. If your proposal is selected, or if you are paired with a prompt, then you will be expected to move forward with your idea and have a concrete prototype by the end of the semester. You will be graded on the effort that is put into the project and in understanding the engineering design process, as well as your ability to explain what you learn from your engineering design endeavor.
= Specifications =
 
Respondents are tasked with identifying a problem that needs to be solved. The response must include a proof of concept solution in the form of a working prototype that will be showcased to professors, teaching assistants, and other stakeholders. The prototype must show creativity, promise, and innovative excellence. The goal of this endeavor is to address an engineering problem that can be solved. Respondents have the freedom to propose any idea that has merit, be it a new technology or an existing technology that can be improved or adapted to a new use. Proposals that are selected will move forward and produce a prototype by the end of the semester. All projects must include a physical prototype.
 
Each project will have a theoretical budget of $100.00 to be spent on components for the prototype. A TA mentor will be provided to help define the project scope, set tasks, and manage purchasing requests.
 
Each project must complete two Benchmarks, A and B. Three Milestone presentations will be made over the course of the semester. They should demonstrate steady progress over the 10 week duration of the project showing component testing and later prototype testing. The prototype must complete commissioning. Final submission and a final presentation will complete the project. Prototypes will be judged by professors at the end of the semester, and the best projects will be awarded a prize.
 
== Project Ideas ==
 
Access this Google document for more information on [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BBSNUqP8Km-ZWUfmNcJbAfgTkfYmRVzxyfj7WiHOYfc/edit?usp=sharing project ideas] and the following examples of past projects.
 
The PepperPet was developed to provide support and comfort to people who may not be comfortable talking with friends or family about problems or challenges (Figure 1).
 
[[Image:RAD Example 1.png|300px|thumb|center|Figure 1: PepperPet]]
 
Terra, the Smart Planter, was created to help people who own plants, but require additional assistance in monitoring a plant's watering needs and maintaining an environment that promotes plant growth and health (Figure 2).
 
[[Image:RAD_Smartplanter_Example.png|300px|thumb|center|Figure 2: Smart Planter- Terra]]


The Louis Board (Figure 3) is a text to braille translator that assists people who are blind or have visual impairment.


= Specifications =
[[Image:RAD_Louisboard_example.png|300px|thumb|center|Figure 3: Louis Board]]
An application will be sent out for both free-choice RAD projects, where you come up with your own idea, and prompt-based RAD projects, where you choose a project from a list of prompts. The application for Fall 2019 is now open and can be found here:
 
SpeakSign makes the world more accessible for people who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing a tool that translates American Sign Language to speech and speech to ASL (Figure 4).


*[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/180PQugZBfhiYZluPJJSciZI9gbLP5jmvRHJzvNoG_aQ/viewform?edit_requested=true RAD Fall 2019 Application]
[[Image:SpeakSign_Inc..jpeg|300px|thumb|center|Figure 4: SpeakSign Inc.]]


You will be utilizing the General Engineering Prototyping Lab and the NYU Tandon MakerSpace to design your project. The General Engineering Program will provide any applicable tools necessary to assist in prototyping and assembly. An upperclassman mentor from the General Engineering Program will be provided to you. This mentor will act as a guide for you throughout the duration of this project. They will do the majority of your grading, and stay in contact with you about what deliverables will be due and when. You have the freedom to propose an idea based in innovation and/or solving an engineering problem. Once your proposal has been selected by professors and other staff, you will work with your team to meet the goals that you, your mentor, and the professors have agreed upon. In order to complete your project to the best of your ability, you have a budget to order parts that you require. You purchase request that your mentor, and other faculty, will need to approve. You will need to submit all deliverables, meet Benchmarks, and complete Milestone presentations on time. Student prototypes will be judged by professors at the end of the semester, and the best teams will be awarded a prize.
For people who are engaged in cooking, home repair, or other activities that require that they use both hangs, Page Next can turn the pages of any book they are using as they engage in the activity (Figure 5).


Along with your mentor during open lab hours there will always be one RAD open lab TA on shift. The open lab TA will contact you when your orders have arrived, sign out your RAD kit (a kit with some basic electronic components), sign out additional electronic equipment, work through group conflicts, sit down with you and help you problem solve and come up with solutions, help connect you with other TAs for specific help and training, and help you through this project in any other way possible. Your mentor will be your main point on contact throughout this semester but the RAD open lab ta will be able to provide additional support during all open lab hours.  
[[Image:Page_Next.png|300px|thumb|center|Figure 5: Page Next]]


The Protolab is another resource available during most Open Lab hours. See the Open Lab schedule for exact times. The Protolab TA can help you solder, design CAD models, and 3D print on EG 1003 printers.
[[Image:Integrated_Saftey_-_Lady_Bug.png|300px|thumb|center|Figure 6: LadyBug]]


Lastly, the Research & Development Committee of EG has developed an Technical Online Library to provide you resources for help in web development, cybersecurity, game development, app development, programming languages, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, LEGO robotics, and more. The online library can be found here: 
The pressure in bottles holding carbonated beverages can make opening those bottles difficult and sometimes manufacturers seal beverage bottles too tight. The FlapOpener solves that problem by giving consumers a quick and easy way to open those bottles (Figure 7).


*[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1X-Sj3W7rKKYeUzUMY5eqmQMuMU6Gh1op5HMCAlGhO-I/edit?ts=5d76dbee#gid=682782030 Technical Online Library]
[[Image:FlapOpener.jpeg|300px|thumb|center|Figure 7: FlapOpener]]


= Example Project Ideas =
== Drawings ==
Check out this Google document for more information on [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BBSNUqP8Km-ZWUfmNcJbAfgTkfYmRVzxyfj7WiHOYfc/edit?usp=sharing potential project ideas].


<nowiki>*</nowiki>Creativity and innovation are always rewarded
Prototype designs must be rendered in computer aided design (CAD) software for Milestone presentations and Benchmarks A and B (Figure 8).  [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/students-teachers-educators Fusion 360] is the recommended software for this course, which may be downloaded for free using an NYU email address. Other CAD software, such as SolidWorks, Inventor, and Rhino are permitted, but EG1004 does not provide resources in obtaining or learning those programs. All designs must show four views of the device: front, top, most detailed side, and isometric. Sensors and motors must be included in each drawing.


{{SLDP: Microsoft Project}}
Each revision of the design must be documented and all changes must be presented during Milestone presentations.


= Weekly Meetings =
[[Image:RAD_CAD_Drawing.png|400px|thumb|center||Figure 8: Example of CAD Drawing]]
Your group must schedule weekly meetings with a mentor, your group must choose a time slot together and stick with that timeslot for the remainder of the semester. Your mentor will set your benchmarks.


For any other help go into open lab and an open lab TA will assist you with your project.
== Diagrams ==


= Purchasing =
The circuit that powers and operates a prototype must be presented as a circuit diagram and a schematic diagram for Milestones and Benchmarks A and B. A circuit diagram is a representation of the circuit, showing the physical layout of the wires and how the components are organized (Figure 9).
If EG 1003 does not have the materials you need to complete you project you will have a $100 budget to complete your project. This can be used towards items on Amazon (due to speed of delivery). You can submit requests to purchase items through the Purchasing Form. After submitting the purchasing form you MUST go into Open Lab and get your purchase approved by an open lab TA. The Purchasing Form can be found here:


*[https://forms.gle/oxEXtXhMN64Gu2SG6 Purchasing Form]
[[Image:RAD_Circuit_Diagram.png|500px|thumb|center||Figure 9: Circuit Diagram Example]]


In order to simplify this process purchases will be due on three specific dates at midnight. Then purchases will be submitted by the department later that week. We cannot guarantee that purchases will arrive in a timely manner, for faster delivery make sure items are prime eligible. Think ahead and order on time.  
A schematic diagram shows the plans and functions of the circuit, but not the physical layout of the wires (Figure 10).


Purchase requests MUST be APPROVED by an open lab TA by midnight of the following days in order for purchases to go through.
[[Image:RAD_Schematic_Diagram.png|500px|thumb|center||Figure 10: Schematic Diagram Example]]
09/30/19 (week 5)
10/14/19 (week 7)
10/28/19 (week 9)


== Additional Funding ==
EG1004 recommends the circuitry modeling software [https://www.tinkercad.com/|| Tinkercad] and [http://fritzing.org/|| Fritzing] to fulfill these deliverables. Tinkercad is a free browser-based circuitry software that is especially useful for constructing circuit diagrams with common electrical components. For projects with more complex electrical components, Fritzing is a free circuitry software with a library of electrical components that is useful for constructing circuit diagrams and schematic diagrams. For a guide on using both software, please refer to the [[Virtual Circuit Simulation Guide]].
There are other ways to receive additional funding for your project in EG1003. One way includes applying to the EG Innovation Grant Application. This application will be reviewed the LAST purchasing date. This grant is for projects that are able to create a working prototype with the initial budget, but be able to make an even better prototype with the additional funds. All purchases with the groups initial budget must be made before applying to this grant. The groups mentor must be notified of the groups want to apply for the grant. Students can also apply to the NYU Makerspace mini grant which is a monthly award given out by the Makerspace. The Innovation Grant Application can be found here:


*[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wvzplWe9gqHRGMcLz5LdyAOe8gVALicBGTH62tTNKg8/viewform?edit_requested=true RAD Innovation Grant Application]
Remember to visibly label all components. In cases where the software does not support a specific component used within your design, use software like Powerpoint to amend your schematic.
 
{{SLDP: Microsoft Project}}


== Cost Estimate ==
== Cost Estimate ==
A cost estimate must be generated that specifies the cost of all the materials and labor required for the construction of the design. Tabulate this cost information clearly in an Excel spreadsheet. Help in calculating the cost is available by reviewing [[How to plan the schedule and calculate costs for a project]]. You MUST choose parts from amazon.com for ease of purchasing and fast delivery.
 
'''Note: You need to provide a cost estimate with a list of parts in your Design and Feasibility Report. <span style="color: red;">Any adjustments or changes over the semester must be documented and shown to your mentor.</span> <!--, as <span style="color: red;">you have a maximum budget of $100.00</span>-->.'''
A cost estimate must be generated that specifies the cost of all the materials and labor required for the design and construction of the prototype. The cost estimate must be presented in an Excel spreadsheet. Help in calculating the cost is available by reviewing [[How_to_plan_the_schedule_and_calculate_costs_for_a_project| How to plan the schedule and calculate costs for a project]]. Parts must be purchased from Amazon for ease of purchasing and faster delivery. <span style="color: red;"> Any adjustments or changes to the cost estimate over the semester must be documented and shown to the mentor. </span>


The cost estimate should include the following:
The cost estimate should include the following:
* Labor cost breakdown with hours and rates
* Labor cost breakdown with hours and rates. Labor is paid at $50/hr
* Cost of all materials and components
* Cost of all materials and components
* Total cost must be shown in the bottom right corner
* Total cost must be shown in the bottom right corner
<nowiki>*</nowiki>No decimal places in the cost estimates as this is purely an estimate. Be sure to round appropriately.
There should be no decimal places in the cost estimate as this is purely an estimate. Be sure to round appropriately.
 
== Purchasing ==
The budget for this 10-week project is $100.00. Purchases can be made if EG 1004 does not have the materials. The list of materials available for all RAD projects is at the link below.
* [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cof5ZCWt_c6CYlQV6nC4v1weuLlSZg7_Lmt8rS2g_NY/edit Available Materials]
 
Purchases can only be made for items on Amazon. Submit requests to purchase items through the Purchasing Form. After submitting the Purchasing Form, purchases must be approved by the mentor. The Purchasing Form can be found below.
*[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO0JZ0CunpQU-Gn-UuXS8LBcAZi0pPceuW4lT7At4JZBiv3w/viewform RAD Purchasing Form ]
 
Make sure items are Prime eligible for faster delivery and the item must ship in less than seven days. Think ahead and order on time.
 
Purchasing Forms must be <b>submitted by 8:00 PM</b> on the first Monday of Weeks 5 through 9 as listed on the EG1004 syllabus for purchases to go through. When a Monday is a holiday, the Purchasing Form must be submitted by 8:00 PM on Tuesdays.
 
* February 20, 2024 (Week 5)
* February 26, 2024 (Week 6)
* March 4, 2024 (Week 7)
* March 11, 2024 (Week 8)
* March 25, 2024 (Week 9)
 
There will be one additional special purchasing deadline for recipients of the RAD Innovation Grant and prototypes with extenuating circumstances. The RAD Innovation Grant will open on March 11, 2024, and is due on March 31 by 11:59 PM.
 
A form from the MakerSpace must be completed for any material or advanced print purchase through the MakerSpace. Once the form is filled out, the purchase must be approved by the mentor. Print purchases must be approved by a ProtoLab TA. After approval, go to the MakerSpace to have the request fulfilled. Note: For any advanced prints, one member of the project team must have completed training for the machine and must be present when completing the request at the MakerSpace.
 
<!--== Additional Funding ==
 
There are other ways to receive additional funding for your RAD project in EG1004. One way includes applying to the EG1004 Innovation Grant. Your application will be reviewed by the last purchasing date. This grant is for projects that are able to create a working prototype with the initial budget, but are able to make an even better prototype with the additional funding. All purchases with the group's initial budget must be made before applying to this grant. The group's mentor must be notified if the group wants to apply for the grant. The application will open on October 29th and will close on November 5th.-->
 
== Weekly Meetings ==
 
Respondents must schedule and attend weekly meetings with the RAD mentor. A time slot for this meeting must be selected collectively and once set, that time slot must be unchanged for the remainder of the semester. The RAD mentor will set the Benchmarks and extra credit tasks. For additional technical help, go to Open Lab and a Teach OL or Open Lab TA will provide assistance.
 
== CATME ==
 
When working on the project, peer evaluations and self-evaluations are critical for assessing how effective individual contributions are to the project. In the course, the recitation professor will use evaluations at each Milestone using a software called the Comprehensive Assessment of Team Member Effectiveness (CATME). More information can be found on the [[Teamwork Expectations]] page.
 
== Engineering Notebook ==
 
While working on this project, a record of all work done and all future plans and goals must be maintained in the Engineering Notebook. To complete benchmarks A or B, the Engineering Notebook must be shown to the Open Lab TA who is completing the assessment. For Milestone 1, Milestone 2, Milestone 3, and Final Submission, the Engineering Notebook must be approved by the Recitation Professor and be prepared to make it available to an Open Lab TA in a Word Document (DOC or DOCX) format. A guide to writing the notebook, an overview of the expectations, and how often the notebook should be updated can be found on the [[Keeping an Engineering Notebook]] page.
 
==Extra Credit==
 
RAD project have multiple options for receiving extra credit.
* Extra credit tasks are determined by the mentor or professor based on the specific RAD project. Usually, the mentor or professor will assign an additional two to three tasks to be completed by commissioning, which can add up to six points total. Some examples may include:
**Website integrated with product
**App integration that provides additional functionality
**Wireframe app design
**Informational website
*Completing Early Submission. Refer to the [[EG1004 Grading Policy]] for exact point values.
 
Creativity and innovation are always rewarded. Original design will receive extra credit at the discretion of the recitation professor.


= Milestones, Benchmarks, and Deliverables =
= Milestones, Benchmarks, and Deliverables =
As you work on your project, you will be required to present periodic reports on your progress. We call these Milestones. All the items assigned in each Milestone are called deliverables. These deliverables often consist of a combination of written submissions, presentations, and demonstrations. Additionally, you will be required to meet certain benchmarks assigned by your mentor, and hand in reports/deliverables that add to the progress and comprehensiveness of your project.


== Design & Feasibility Report ==
As work on the project proceeds, three Milestone presentations will be made during recitation. All the items assigned in each Milestone are called Benchmark deliverables. These deliverables often consist of a combination of written submissions, presentations, and demonstrations. Additionally, certain benchmarks assigned by the mentor must be met, and reports/deliverables that add to the progress and comprehensiveness of the project must be submitted. <b>The [[3D Printing and Logo Guide]] page contains information on the 3D printing requirements and guidelines.</b>
The Design and Feasibility Report (DFR) is extremely important, as it lays the groundwork for your project. You will be outlining your project idea, inspiration, and goals. The items that are outlined in the cost estimate '''will be purchased''', so choose carefully.


The DFR must include:
'''<span style="color: red;"> Note: A benchmark and commission approval from a TA for the project may only be made at the end of Lab or during Open Lab times or during scheduled meetings with the RAD mentor. <span>'''
 
== Preliminary Design Investigation ==
 
The Preliminary Design Investigation (PDI) is extremely important, as it lays the groundwork for the project. The PDI outlines the project idea, inspiration, and goals.
 
The PDI must include:
*Cover Page
*Project Overview
*Project Overview
*Goals & Objectives
*Goals & Objectives
Line 73: Line 143:
*Cost Estimate
*Cost Estimate
*Project Schedule
*Project Schedule
*Cover Page
*Relevant Pictures
*Relevant Pictures
<!--**Budget of $100.00-->


The Design and Feasibility Report is due to your mentor by email by Benchmark A. A basic outline of what your DFR should look like can be found here: [[Media:Outline.pdf|DFR Outline]]. Do NOT forget to include the items listed above.
An example PDI template can be found [[Media: RAD_PDI_Template.docx|here]]. <b>The PDI is due to the mentor by email by Benchmark A.</b> Do not forget to include the items listed above, but do not feel limited to only these items. Use this link to access the [https://docs.google.com/document/d/15YI7-2Ca17EkAtsqrFwR6ZgStSUpkO9tbKHWVtxQp9g/edit?usp=sharing PDI Rubric].


== Milestone 1 ==
== Milestone 1 ==
Milestone 1 should act as a presentation of your Design and Feasibility Report. Without simply replicating your report in presentation format, take the key points to present in a concise and clear manner. The section formatting should be similar to that of the report. It is important that you outline your project goals and show that your project is realizable. This includes:
 
* Presentation:
Milestone 1 is a presentation of your Preliminary Design Investigation Report. It is important that you outline your project goals and show that your project is realizable.
** Project description (Establish Benchmark A, Benchmark B, Commissioning Requirements)
Your Milestone 1 presentation must include:
* Company profile
** Company name
** Product name
** Group member title(s)
** Mission statement
** Mission statement
** Technical design description
* Project Objective
** Preliminary conceptual drawing
** What is your project about?
** Cost estimate
** What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A requirements)
** MS Project schedule
** Overall design approach to complete objective
** Progress update: current state of the project
* Background Information
** Why is the project happening?
** What does the audience need to know?
* Technical design description
** Preliminary conceptual drawing of design
*** Rendered and digital sketches are acceptable, CAD not required
** What components will be used and why?
* Cost estimate
** Major components of design listed
** Miscellaneous category listed
** Projected labor listed
* Microsoft Project schedule
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* Teamwork agreement summary
* Summary
** Overall assessment on current state of project
** Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
** Next steps and future tasks


'''''Look Ahead''': What tasks are planned between now and Milestone 2?''


See [[Media:Eg_milestones.pptx|How To Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation. Because your project will differ in format from other SLDPs, please treat this How-To as a general guideline but not an exact template. Your personalized Milestone 1 requirements and presentation format will be given to you by your mentor.
See [[Media:HOW_TO_GIVE_A_MILESTONE_PRESENTATION_Fall_2020.pptx|How to Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation. Because the project will differ in format from other SLDPs, please treat this How-To as a general guideline but not an exact template. Your personalized '''Benchmark A''' requirements will be given to you by your mentor, and you have some creative freedom with the format of your presentation.


== Benchmark Assessment A ==
== Benchmark Assessment A ==
Benchmark assessments evaluate the progress of the project. '''Benchmark Assessment A is due at the end of Model Shop Session 1.''' There are penalties for not completing on time. Refer to the [[EG1003 Grading Policy]] for more information.


Part of your benchmark is completing and turning in your DFR when you showcase the rest of your benchmarking requirements to an open lab TA, every part of the DFR must be satisfied in order to benchmark.
Benchmarks evaluate the progress of the project. '''Benchmark Assessment A is due at the end of Model Shop Session II.''' There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the [[EG1004 Grading Policy]] for more information.


For your benchmarks, your mentor will outline specific goals that your project must achieve to satisfy the benchmark. These goals will vary depending on project and mentor, and will be determined based on the particular project's level of difficulty. Please be sure to submit your benchmark deliverables via the website.
For the Benchmarks, the mentor will outline specific goals that the project must achieve to satisfy the Benchmark. These goals will vary depending on the project and mentor and will be determined based on the particular project's level of difficulty. Please be sure to submit the Benchmark deliverables via the EG1004 website.


To pass, the design must complete all of the following:
To pass, the design must complete all of the following:
* Design Feasibility Report (DFR)
* Tasks assigned by the mentor
* Have an initial physical prototype
* Initial CAD model
* RAD website submission
* Preliminary Design Investigation
** CAD drawings
* Submit an .STL and a .3mf of the company logo through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website
** Pictures of prototype
** The [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]] contains information on the 3D printing requirements and guidelines.
** Flowchart of code
** The Protolab schedule is available on the [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]]
** Project schedule
* Updated Engineering Notebook, which includes the PDI
** Cost estimate


== Milestone 2 ==
== Milestone 2 ==


Milestone 2 will be a project progress update. Explain all changes and developments made thus far, particularly in regards to Benchmark A. Include whether or not you were able to complete your Benchmark A requirements, and if not, why. Also, highlight any changes you plan on making to your design or project, in general.
See [[Media:HOW_TO_GIVE_A_MILESTONE_PRESENTATION_Fall_2020.pptx|How to Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that individual formats will differ slightly. The specifications for the presentation are stated below.


Must Include:
Milestone 2 is a project progress update. Explain all changes and developments made to date, particularly in regards to Benchmark A. Include whether or not Benchmark A requirements were completed, and if not, explain why. Also, highlight any planned changes to the design or project, in general. 


* Presentation:
The Milestone 2 presentation must include:
** Project description
*Company profile
** Mission statement
**Company name
*** What is your projects purpose?
**Product name
** Technical design description
**Group member title(s)
** CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, isometric
**Mission statement
** Relevant pictures  
*Project objective
** Flowchart of code functions
**What is your project about?
** Cost estimate (previous and current). What changes were made?
**What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A/Benchmark B requirements)
** MS Project schedule (previous and current). What changes were made?
**Overall design approach to complete objective
** Progress update: current state of the project (time, budget, etc.)
*Background information
**Why is the project happening?
**What does the audience need to know?
*Technical design description
**Explanation of design changes, if any
**CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, and isometric view
**Circuit and schematic diagram(s)
**Relevant pictures
**Flowchart of code
*Cost estimate (previous and current costs)
**Major components of design listed
**Miscellaneous category listed
**Projected labor listed
**What changes were made, if any?
*Microsoft Project schedule (previous and current)
**What changes were made, if any?
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*Summary
**Overall assessment on current state of project
**Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
**Next steps and future tasks


'''''Look Ahead''': What tasks are planned between now and Milestone 3?''
== Benchmark Assessment B ==
 
See [[Media:Eg_milestones.pptx|How To Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that your format will differ slightly.


== Benchmark Assessment B ==
'''Benchmark Assessment B is due at the end of Model Shop Session III.''' There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the [[EG1004 Grading Policy]] for more information.
'''Benchmark Assessment B is due at the end of Model Shop Session 2.''' There are penalties for not completing on time. Refer to the [[EG1003 Grading Policy]] for more information.


Again, your Benchmark B requirements will be determined and outlined to you by your mentor. Please be sure to submit your benchmark deliverables via the website.
Similar to Benchmark A, Benchmark B requirements will be determined and outlined by the mentor. Please submit the Benchmark deliverables via the EG1004 website.


To pass, the design must complete all of the following:
To pass, the design must complete all of the following:
* Have an new iteration of the physical prototype
 
* RAD website submission
* Tasks assigned by the mentor
** CAD drawings
* Updated CAD Model
** Pictures of prototype
* Have an .STL and a .3mf of the company logo approved by a ProtoLab TA through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website. Students must consult with a TA in the Protolab before their Modelshop Session 3 to get their logo approved. Logos cannot be approved during Modelshop sessions.
** Commented code
** The [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]] contains information on the 3D printing requirements and guidelines
** Project schedule
** The Protolab schedule is available on the [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]]
** Cost estimate
* Updated Engineering Notebook


== Milestone 3 ==
== Milestone 3 ==


Milestone 3 is similar to the previous Milestone Presentation in that it will act as a project status update. At this stage, you should be close to having a substantial prototype. Make sure to elaborate on any testing that has occurred.
See [[Media:HOW_TO_GIVE_A_MILESTONE_PRESENTATION_Fall_2020.pptx|How to Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that individual formats will differ slightly.
 
Milestone 3 will be the last project progress update. Explain all changes and developments made to date, particularly in regards to Benchmark B. Include whether or not Benchmark B requirements were completed, and if not, explain why. Also, highlight any planned changes to the design or project, in general.


Must Include:
The Milestone 3 presentation must include:


* Presentation:
* Company profile
** Project description
** Company name
** Product name
** Group member title(s)
** Mission statement
** Mission statement
***Project purpose
* Project Objective
** Technical design description
** What is your project about?
** CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, isometric
** What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A/Benchmark B/Commissioning requirements)
** Relevant Pictures
** Overall design approach to complete objective
** Flowchart of code functions
* Background Information
** Cost estimate (previous and current). What changes were made?
** Why is the project happening?
** MS Project schedule (previous and current). What changes were made?
** What does the audience need to know?
** Progress update: current state of the project (time, budget, etc.)
* Technical design description
 
** Explanation of design changes, if any
 
** CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, and isometric view
'''''Look Ahead''': What tasks are planned between now and Milestone 3?''
** Circuit and schematic diagram(s)
 
** Relevant pictures
See [[Media:Eg_milestones.pptx|How To Give a Milestone Presentation]] for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that your format will differ slightly.
** Flowchart of code
* Cost estimate (previous and current costs)
** Major components of design listed
** Miscellaneous category listed
** Projected labor listed
** What changes were made, if any?
* Microsoft Project schedule (previous and current).
** What changes were made?
** Click [https://nyu.service-now.com/sp?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0018302&sys_kb_id=b996a7281b6210906441c8c11a4bcbce&spa=1 here] to access the guide on how to transfer a file
* Summary
** Overall assessment on current state of project
** Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
** Next steps and future tasks


= Commissioning =
= Commissioning =
Refer to the syllabus for the commissioning deadline. There are penalties for not completing on time. Refer to the [[EG1003 Grading Policy]] for more information.
<!--Projects must be commissioned before [[#Submission|Submission]]-->. Refer to the syllabus for the Commissioning deadline. There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the [[EG1004 Grading Policy]] for more information.


To pass, the following must be completed:
To Commission, the following must be completed:
* Fully functional prototype
*Fully-functional prototype
* Any additional deliverables designated to you by your mentor
*Finalized CAD model
* RAD website submission
*Any additional deliverables designated to you by your mentor
** CAD drawings
* Have an .STL file of the company logo printed through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website
** Pictures of prototype
** The [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]] contains information on the 3D printing requirements and guidelines.
** Commented code
** The Protolab schedule is available on the [[3D Printing and Logo Guide | 3D Printing and Logo Guide]]
** Project schedule
* Updated Engineering Notebook
** Cost estimate


== Final Design Report ==
= Final Design Report =
The Final Design Report provides a comprehensive overview of your project process and developments from initial brainstorm to finished product. All project expectations and outcomes must be clearly detailed in the document. This report will also provide you with documentation experience useful for completing your Senior Design final report and other projects.
The Final Design Report (FDR) provides a comprehensive overview of the project process and developments from initial brainstorm to finished prototype. All project expectations and outcomes must be clearly detailed in the document. This report will also provide the documentation experience that will be useful for completing a Senior Design final report and other projects. All FDRs must follow the EG style guide.


The [[Media:EG_1003_RAD_Final_Report.docx|Final Design Report]] must include the following documentation:
The FDR must include the following documentation:
* CAD drawings
* CAD drawings
* Pictures of prototype
<!--* Pictures of prototype-->
* Commented code
* Wiring diagrams
* Project schedule
* Project schedule
* Cost estimate
* Cost estimate


Use this [[Media:EG_1003_RAD_Final_Report.docx|Final Design Report]] template with the following outline:
Use this [[Media:EG_1004_RAD_Final_Report.docx|Final Design Report]] template with the following outline:
* Introduction
* Introduction
** Purpose of Project
** Purpose of Project
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** Benchmark B Requirements
** Benchmark B Requirements
** Final Submission Requirements
** Final Submission Requirements
** Human Resources and Training
** Human Resources and Training (e.g. TA expertise utilized, etc.)
* Results
* Results
** Benchmark A Results
** Benchmark A Results
** Benchmark B Results
** Benchmark B Results
Line 216: Line 334:
** Results of Project
** Results of Project
** Future Improvements
** Future Improvements
*Works Cited


The Final Design Report is due online in replacement of your lab 11 report. '''The Final Design Report will be submitted in place of your Lab 11 report.'''
The FDR is due at Early or Final Submission.


= Final Presentation =
= Final Presentation =
The final presentation will be a technical briefing similar to the milestones, but also serves as a sales presentation explaining why your company should be selected instead of other competitors. The following must be addressed in the final presentation:
 
Final presentations for RAD projects are not like the Milestone presentations. Final presentations are a business pitch to showcase the work, the prototype, and the company. This pitch is a five minute presentation to show the achievements of the presenters, the company, and pitching the prototype to theoretical investors. Focus on topics such as the project application, a target audience for this product, why it is different from other products on the market, and the product&#39;s market value. Focus on keeping the audience engaged and interested in the product throughout the presentation. Feel free to be creative with the Final Presentation. The following must be addressed in the Final Presentation:
 
Your Final Presentation must include:
* Company Profile
** Company name
** Employee profile, role(s), and qualifications
** Mission statement
* Problem statement
* Problem statement
* Solution overview
** Why is the project happening?
* What is the purpose of your product?  
** What does the audience need to know?
** Who is it helping?  
* Product objective
** What problem does it solve?
** What is the purpose of your product?
* Company description and qualifications
** Who does your product help?
* Drawings
** What problem does your project solve?
* Project Description
* Product description  
* Future Goals
** CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, isometric
* Video demonstration of prototype in use
** Circuit diagram(s)
* Why should the company be awarded this contract?
** Flowchart of code
** Why is your product the best one on the market?
* Market and product viability
** What makes your project unique?
** Does your company have competitors?
** What makes your product unique?
** How does your design compare to competitors - cost, quality, features?
** Is the product versatile?
** Who will buy your product?
** What is the price of your product?
* Conclusion
** Reiterating product purpose
** Highlight product features
** Future goals of the company
* Video advertisement
** Price of product
** Demonstration of product
** Embedded into Final Presentation


Here are a few pointers to keep in mind when making your final presentation:
Some examples of RAD Final Presentations can be seen below. A video advertisement must be included in the presentation.  
*Final presentations for RAD teams are not like the milestone presentations. Students will be doing a business pitch to showcase their work, their product, and their business.
*This pitch involves a 2-3 minute presentation to show who you are, your business, and pitching your project to theoretical investors. Focus on things such as project application, a target audience for this product, why it's different from other products on the market, and market value.
*This pitch should also include a 1-2 minute video which can supplement the presentation showing off the prototype and business.
*The presentation should be colorful and coordinated. There should be equal amounts of graphics and text. You should focus on keeping your audience engaged and interested in your product as you go through the presentation.
*Feel free to be creative with the final presentation!
 
Some example RAD Final Presentations are below:


*[[Media:RAD Final Presentation - F2 RAD.pptx|ASL Glove]]
*[[Media:RAD Final Presentation - F2 RAD.pptx|ASL Glove]]
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= Submission =
= Submission =
All deliverables must be emailed to your mentor with all the necessary files by your section's deadline. Your mentor will provide you with a list of exactly what you need to submit. For Early Submission Extra Credit, '''ALL''' required deliverables must be received '''before''' the Early Submission deadline.


Please note the deliverables for this project are as follows. If any of the following items are omitted, you will be penalized. Any other deliverables required for your specific project will be outlined by your mentor. The following list are general items that are expected from all RAD groups:
All SLDP projects must be submitted online. Please visit https://eg.poly.edu/finalSLDP.php for the link to the Project Submission form and each project’s individualized login information. To submit, login to the EG1004 website using this special login information. Submitting with an NYU account or
* Cover page
any other account will generate an error. Components may be resubmitted at any time before the deadline. Please note that submission times are based on the most recent submission.
 
Please note the deliverables for this project are as follows. If any of the following items are omitted, there will be a penalty. Be sure to click submit at the bottom of the form.
 
The following list are general items that are expected from all RAD groups:
* Final presentation
* Final presentation
* Circuit Diagram
* Schematic Diagram
* Code Flowchart
* Commented code
* Commented code
* All the drawings of your design (initial through final)
* All CAD drawings of the design (initial through final)
* Video of prototype in use
* Video advertisement of the prototype in use
* Final MS Project Schedule
* Final Microsoft Project schedule
* Final cost estimate
* Final cost estimate
* Resume(s) (No fictitious resumes will be accepted)
* Resume(s) (no fictitious resumes will be accepted)
* Final Engineering Notebook
* Final Design Report
 
 
{{SLDP: Early Acceptance}}
 
{{SLDP: Late Delivery}}
 
== Additional Resources ==
 
The Research & Development Committee of EG1004 has developed a Technical Online Library to provide resources in web development, cybersecurity, game development, app development, programming languages, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, LEGO robotics, and more.




{{Semester-Long Design Project}}
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Request for Proposal: Rapid Assembly and Design Challenge (RAD)


Introduction and Overview

In a rapidly progressing, there is a constant push for revolutionary new ideas. The National Academy of Engineers (NAE) and the NYU Tandon School of Engineering are seeking proposals to develop unique and intriguing technology that will promote advancement and improve quality of life. The NAE wants to see how the new generation of engineers will address the NAE's Engineering Grand Challenges and technological problems the world faces. The grantors want to reward innovative and exceptional designs and prototypes.

Specifications

Respondents are tasked with identifying a problem that needs to be solved. The response must include a proof of concept solution in the form of a working prototype that will be showcased to professors, teaching assistants, and other stakeholders. The prototype must show creativity, promise, and innovative excellence. The goal of this endeavor is to address an engineering problem that can be solved. Respondents have the freedom to propose any idea that has merit, be it a new technology or an existing technology that can be improved or adapted to a new use. Proposals that are selected will move forward and produce a prototype by the end of the semester. All projects must include a physical prototype.

Each project will have a theoretical budget of $100.00 to be spent on components for the prototype. A TA mentor will be provided to help define the project scope, set tasks, and manage purchasing requests.

Each project must complete two Benchmarks, A and B. Three Milestone presentations will be made over the course of the semester. They should demonstrate steady progress over the 10 week duration of the project showing component testing and later prototype testing. The prototype must complete commissioning. Final submission and a final presentation will complete the project. Prototypes will be judged by professors at the end of the semester, and the best projects will be awarded a prize.

Project Ideas

Access this Google document for more information on project ideas and the following examples of past projects.

The PepperPet was developed to provide support and comfort to people who may not be comfortable talking with friends or family about problems or challenges (Figure 1).

Figure 1: PepperPet

Terra, the Smart Planter, was created to help people who own plants, but require additional assistance in monitoring a plant's watering needs and maintaining an environment that promotes plant growth and health (Figure 2).

Figure 2: Smart Planter- Terra

The Louis Board (Figure 3) is a text to braille translator that assists people who are blind or have visual impairment.

Figure 3: Louis Board

SpeakSign makes the world more accessible for people who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing a tool that translates American Sign Language to speech and speech to ASL (Figure 4).

Figure 4: SpeakSign Inc.

For people who are engaged in cooking, home repair, or other activities that require that they use both hangs, Page Next can turn the pages of any book they are using as they engage in the activity (Figure 5).

Figure 5: Page Next
Figure 6: LadyBug

The pressure in bottles holding carbonated beverages can make opening those bottles difficult and sometimes manufacturers seal beverage bottles too tight. The FlapOpener solves that problem by giving consumers a quick and easy way to open those bottles (Figure 7).

Figure 7: FlapOpener

Drawings

Prototype designs must be rendered in computer aided design (CAD) software for Milestone presentations and Benchmarks A and B (Figure 8). Fusion 360 is the recommended software for this course, which may be downloaded for free using an NYU email address. Other CAD software, such as SolidWorks, Inventor, and Rhino are permitted, but EG1004 does not provide resources in obtaining or learning those programs. All designs must show four views of the device: front, top, most detailed side, and isometric. Sensors and motors must be included in each drawing.

Each revision of the design must be documented and all changes must be presented during Milestone presentations.

Figure 8: Example of CAD Drawing

Diagrams

The circuit that powers and operates a prototype must be presented as a circuit diagram and a schematic diagram for Milestones and Benchmarks A and B. A circuit diagram is a representation of the circuit, showing the physical layout of the wires and how the components are organized (Figure 9).

Figure 9: Circuit Diagram Example

A schematic diagram shows the plans and functions of the circuit, but not the physical layout of the wires (Figure 10).

Figure 10: Schematic Diagram Example

EG1004 recommends the circuitry modeling software Tinkercad and Fritzing to fulfill these deliverables. Tinkercad is a free browser-based circuitry software that is especially useful for constructing circuit diagrams with common electrical components. For projects with more complex electrical components, Fritzing is a free circuitry software with a library of electrical components that is useful for constructing circuit diagrams and schematic diagrams. For a guide on using both software, please refer to the Virtual Circuit Simulation Guide.

Remember to visibly label all components. In cases where the software does not support a specific component used within your design, use software like Powerpoint to amend your schematic.

Microsoft Project

A project schedule must be created in Microsoft Project. Learn to use Microsoft Project by accessing the Microsoft Project Student Guide. This schedule must include all tasks related to the project from the start of the project to Early or Final submission. Click here to access the guide on how to transfer a file. The Microsoft Project schedule should include:

  • Minimum of 20 tasks, excluding Milestones
  • Milestones should be clearly indicated on the project plan (duration of zero days)
  • Each task must include the person responsible for completing the task (resource names)
  • Use the "Copy Picture" function to include the schedule in the presentations. Do not take a screenshot
  • Gantt chart must be displayed alongside the tasks list (fit onto one slide)
  • Gantt chart must show a progress line
  • Clearly state during the presentations whether the project is on-time, behind schedule, or ahead of schedule

For help planning the project, review the manual page Planning Project Scheduling & Costs.

Cost Estimate

A cost estimate must be generated that specifies the cost of all the materials and labor required for the design and construction of the prototype. The cost estimate must be presented in an Excel spreadsheet. Help in calculating the cost is available by reviewing How to plan the schedule and calculate costs for a project. Parts must be purchased from Amazon for ease of purchasing and faster delivery. Any adjustments or changes to the cost estimate over the semester must be documented and shown to the mentor.

The cost estimate should include the following:

  • Labor cost breakdown with hours and rates. Labor is paid at $50/hr
  • Cost of all materials and components
  • Total cost must be shown in the bottom right corner

There should be no decimal places in the cost estimate as this is purely an estimate. Be sure to round appropriately.

Purchasing

The budget for this 10-week project is $100.00. Purchases can be made if EG 1004 does not have the materials. The list of materials available for all RAD projects is at the link below.

Purchases can only be made for items on Amazon. Submit requests to purchase items through the Purchasing Form. After submitting the Purchasing Form, purchases must be approved by the mentor. The Purchasing Form can be found below.

Make sure items are Prime eligible for faster delivery and the item must ship in less than seven days. Think ahead and order on time.

Purchasing Forms must be submitted by 8:00 PM on the first Monday of Weeks 5 through 9 as listed on the EG1004 syllabus for purchases to go through. When a Monday is a holiday, the Purchasing Form must be submitted by 8:00 PM on Tuesdays.

  • February 20, 2024 (Week 5)
  • February 26, 2024 (Week 6)
  • March 4, 2024 (Week 7)
  • March 11, 2024 (Week 8)
  • March 25, 2024 (Week 9)

There will be one additional special purchasing deadline for recipients of the RAD Innovation Grant and prototypes with extenuating circumstances. The RAD Innovation Grant will open on March 11, 2024, and is due on March 31 by 11:59 PM.

A form from the MakerSpace must be completed for any material or advanced print purchase through the MakerSpace. Once the form is filled out, the purchase must be approved by the mentor. Print purchases must be approved by a ProtoLab TA. After approval, go to the MakerSpace to have the request fulfilled. Note: For any advanced prints, one member of the project team must have completed training for the machine and must be present when completing the request at the MakerSpace.


Weekly Meetings

Respondents must schedule and attend weekly meetings with the RAD mentor. A time slot for this meeting must be selected collectively and once set, that time slot must be unchanged for the remainder of the semester. The RAD mentor will set the Benchmarks and extra credit tasks. For additional technical help, go to Open Lab and a Teach OL or Open Lab TA will provide assistance.

CATME

When working on the project, peer evaluations and self-evaluations are critical for assessing how effective individual contributions are to the project. In the course, the recitation professor will use evaluations at each Milestone using a software called the Comprehensive Assessment of Team Member Effectiveness (CATME). More information can be found on the Teamwork Expectations page.

Engineering Notebook

While working on this project, a record of all work done and all future plans and goals must be maintained in the Engineering Notebook. To complete benchmarks A or B, the Engineering Notebook must be shown to the Open Lab TA who is completing the assessment. For Milestone 1, Milestone 2, Milestone 3, and Final Submission, the Engineering Notebook must be approved by the Recitation Professor and be prepared to make it available to an Open Lab TA in a Word Document (DOC or DOCX) format. A guide to writing the notebook, an overview of the expectations, and how often the notebook should be updated can be found on the Keeping an Engineering Notebook page.

Extra Credit

RAD project have multiple options for receiving extra credit.

  • Extra credit tasks are determined by the mentor or professor based on the specific RAD project. Usually, the mentor or professor will assign an additional two to three tasks to be completed by commissioning, which can add up to six points total. Some examples may include:
    • Website integrated with product
    • App integration that provides additional functionality
    • Wireframe app design
    • Informational website
  • Completing Early Submission. Refer to the EG1004 Grading Policy for exact point values.

Creativity and innovation are always rewarded. Original design will receive extra credit at the discretion of the recitation professor.

Milestones, Benchmarks, and Deliverables

As work on the project proceeds, three Milestone presentations will be made during recitation. All the items assigned in each Milestone are called Benchmark deliverables. These deliverables often consist of a combination of written submissions, presentations, and demonstrations. Additionally, certain benchmarks assigned by the mentor must be met, and reports/deliverables that add to the progress and comprehensiveness of the project must be submitted. The 3D Printing and Logo Guide page contains information on the 3D printing requirements and guidelines.

Note: A benchmark and commission approval from a TA for the project may only be made at the end of Lab or during Open Lab times or during scheduled meetings with the RAD mentor.

Preliminary Design Investigation

The Preliminary Design Investigation (PDI) is extremely important, as it lays the groundwork for the project. The PDI outlines the project idea, inspiration, and goals.

The PDI must include:

  • Cover Page
  • Project Overview
  • Goals & Objectives
  • Design & Approach
  • Cost Estimate
  • Project Schedule
  • Relevant Pictures

An example PDI template can be found here. The PDI is due to the mentor by email by Benchmark A. Do not forget to include the items listed above, but do not feel limited to only these items. Use this link to access the PDI Rubric.

Milestone 1

Milestone 1 is a presentation of your Preliminary Design Investigation Report. It is important that you outline your project goals and show that your project is realizable. Your Milestone 1 presentation must include:

  • Company profile
    • Company name
    • Product name
    • Group member title(s)
    • Mission statement
  • Project Objective
    • What is your project about?
    • What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A requirements)
    • Overall design approach to complete objective
  • Background Information
    • Why is the project happening?
    • What does the audience need to know?
  • Technical design description
    • Preliminary conceptual drawing of design
      • Rendered and digital sketches are acceptable, CAD not required
    • What components will be used and why?
  • Cost estimate
    • Major components of design listed
    • Miscellaneous category listed
    • Projected labor listed
  • Microsoft Project schedule
    • Click here to access the guide on how to transfer a file
  • Teamwork agreement summary
  • Summary
    • Overall assessment on current state of project
    • Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
    • Next steps and future tasks


See How to Give a Milestone Presentation for the format of a Milestone presentation. Because the project will differ in format from other SLDPs, please treat this How-To as a general guideline but not an exact template. Your personalized Benchmark A requirements will be given to you by your mentor, and you have some creative freedom with the format of your presentation.

Benchmark Assessment A

Benchmarks evaluate the progress of the project. Benchmark Assessment A is due at the end of Model Shop Session II. There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the EG1004 Grading Policy for more information.

For the Benchmarks, the mentor will outline specific goals that the project must achieve to satisfy the Benchmark. These goals will vary depending on the project and mentor and will be determined based on the particular project's level of difficulty. Please be sure to submit the Benchmark deliverables via the EG1004 website.

To pass, the design must complete all of the following:

  • Tasks assigned by the mentor
  • Initial CAD model
  • Preliminary Design Investigation
  • Submit an .STL and a .3mf of the company logo through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website
  • Updated Engineering Notebook, which includes the PDI

Milestone 2

See How to Give a Milestone Presentation for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that individual formats will differ slightly. The specifications for the presentation are stated below.

Milestone 2 is a project progress update. Explain all changes and developments made to date, particularly in regards to Benchmark A. Include whether or not Benchmark A requirements were completed, and if not, explain why. Also, highlight any planned changes to the design or project, in general.

The Milestone 2 presentation must include:

  • Company profile
    • Company name
    • Product name
    • Group member title(s)
    • Mission statement
  • Project objective
    • What is your project about?
    • What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A/Benchmark B requirements)
    • Overall design approach to complete objective
  • Background information
    • Why is the project happening?
    • What does the audience need to know?
  • Technical design description
    • Explanation of design changes, if any
    • CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, and isometric view
    • Circuit and schematic diagram(s)
    • Relevant pictures
    • Flowchart of code
  • Cost estimate (previous and current costs)
    • Major components of design listed
    • Miscellaneous category listed
    • Projected labor listed
    • What changes were made, if any?
  • Microsoft Project schedule (previous and current)
    • What changes were made, if any?
    • Click here to access the guide on how to transfer a file
  • Summary
    • Overall assessment on current state of project
    • Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
    • Next steps and future tasks

Benchmark Assessment B

Benchmark Assessment B is due at the end of Model Shop Session III. There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the EG1004 Grading Policy for more information.

Similar to Benchmark A, Benchmark B requirements will be determined and outlined by the mentor. Please submit the Benchmark deliverables via the EG1004 website.

To pass, the design must complete all of the following:

  • Tasks assigned by the mentor
  • Updated CAD Model
  • Have an .STL and a .3mf of the company logo approved by a ProtoLab TA through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website. Students must consult with a TA in the Protolab before their Modelshop Session 3 to get their logo approved. Logos cannot be approved during Modelshop sessions.
  • Updated Engineering Notebook

Milestone 3

See How to Give a Milestone Presentation for the format of a Milestone presentation, but remember that individual formats will differ slightly.

Milestone 3 will be the last project progress update. Explain all changes and developments made to date, particularly in regards to Benchmark B. Include whether or not Benchmark B requirements were completed, and if not, explain why. Also, highlight any planned changes to the design or project, in general.

The Milestone 3 presentation must include:

  • Company profile
    • Company name
    • Product name
    • Group member title(s)
    • Mission statement
  • Project Objective
    • What is your project about?
    • What tasks are you aiming to accomplish? (Benchmark A/Benchmark B/Commissioning requirements)
    • Overall design approach to complete objective
  • Background Information
    • Why is the project happening?
    • What does the audience need to know?
  • Technical design description
    • Explanation of design changes, if any
    • CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, and isometric view
    • Circuit and schematic diagram(s)
    • Relevant pictures
    • Flowchart of code
  • Cost estimate (previous and current costs)
    • Major components of design listed
    • Miscellaneous category listed
    • Projected labor listed
    • What changes were made, if any?
  • Microsoft Project schedule (previous and current).
    • What changes were made?
    • Click here to access the guide on how to transfer a file
  • Summary
    • Overall assessment on current state of project
    • Are you on schedule? Are you on budget?
    • Next steps and future tasks

Commissioning

. Refer to the syllabus for the Commissioning deadline. There are penalties for not completing this on time. Refer to the EG1004 Grading Policy for more information.

To Commission, the following must be completed:

  • Fully-functional prototype
  • Finalized CAD model
  • Any additional deliverables designated to you by your mentor
  • Have an .STL file of the company logo printed through the 3D Printing Submission portal on the EG website
  • Updated Engineering Notebook

Final Design Report

The Final Design Report (FDR) provides a comprehensive overview of the project process and developments from initial brainstorm to finished prototype. All project expectations and outcomes must be clearly detailed in the document. This report will also provide the documentation experience that will be useful for completing a Senior Design final report and other projects. All FDRs must follow the EG style guide.

The FDR must include the following documentation:

  • CAD drawings
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Project schedule
  • Cost estimate

Use this Final Design Report template with the following outline:

  • Introduction
    • Purpose of Project
    • Background
  • Requirements
    • Physical Components
    • Software Components
  • Procedures
    • Physical Construction
    • Software Setup
    • Software Troubleshooting
  • Milestone and Final Product Requirements
    • Benchmark A Requirements
    • Benchmark B Requirements
    • Final Submission Requirements
    • Human Resources and Training (e.g. TA expertise utilized, etc.)
  • Results
    • Benchmark A Results
    • Benchmark B Results
    • Difficulties Experienced
  • Conclusion
    • Results of Project
    • Future Improvements
  • Works Cited

The FDR is due at Early or Final Submission.

Final Presentation

Final presentations for RAD projects are not like the Milestone presentations. Final presentations are a business pitch to showcase the work, the prototype, and the company. This pitch is a five minute presentation to show the achievements of the presenters, the company, and pitching the prototype to theoretical investors. Focus on topics such as the project application, a target audience for this product, why it is different from other products on the market, and the product's market value. Focus on keeping the audience engaged and interested in the product throughout the presentation. Feel free to be creative with the Final Presentation. The following must be addressed in the Final Presentation:

Your Final Presentation must include:

  • Company Profile
    • Company name
    • Employee profile, role(s), and qualifications
    • Mission statement
  • Problem statement
    • Why is the project happening?
    • What does the audience need to know?
  • Product objective
    • What is the purpose of your product?
    • Who does your product help?
    • What problem does your project solve?
  • Product description
    • CAD drawings: top, front, most detailed side, isometric
    • Circuit diagram(s)
    • Flowchart of code
  • Market and product viability
    • Does your company have competitors?
    • What makes your product unique?
    • How does your design compare to competitors - cost, quality, features?
    • Is the product versatile?
    • Who will buy your product?
    • What is the price of your product?
  • Conclusion
    • Reiterating product purpose
    • Highlight product features
    • Future goals of the company
  • Video advertisement
    • Price of product
    • Demonstration of product
    • Embedded into Final Presentation

Some examples of RAD Final Presentations can be seen below. A video advertisement must be included in the presentation.

Submission

All SLDP projects must be submitted online. Please visit https://eg.poly.edu/finalSLDP.php for the link to the Project Submission form and each project’s individualized login information. To submit, login to the EG1004 website using this special login information. Submitting with an NYU account or any other account will generate an error. Components may be resubmitted at any time before the deadline. Please note that submission times are based on the most recent submission.

Please note the deliverables for this project are as follows. If any of the following items are omitted, there will be a penalty. Be sure to click submit at the bottom of the form.

The following list are general items that are expected from all RAD groups:

  • Final presentation
  • Circuit Diagram
  • Schematic Diagram
  • Code Flowchart
  • Commented code
  • All CAD drawings of the design (initial through final)
  • Video advertisement of the prototype in use
  • Final Microsoft Project schedule
  • Final cost estimate
  • Resume(s) (no fictitious resumes will be accepted)
  • Final Engineering Notebook
  • Final Design Report


Early Submission

If the project is submitted one academic week early (before the end of the lab period the week before the Final Submission deadline), the project is eligible for a bonus that will be added to the final SLDP grade. All deliverables must be submitted one academic week before the submission deadline (see syllabus for the exact date). The deliverables received early are the ones that will be used in the Final Presentation. No changes to the submitted deliverables will be accepted.

Late Submission

Late submission is not allowed. If a project does not Commission or receive Partial Commission by the deadline set forth in the syllabus, the project will not be allowed to submit and will receive a 0 for the project grade. To receive Partial Commissioning, two TAs must evaluate the project and determine its degree of completion according to the Commissioning requirements and the project will be given a grade accordingly. Please refer to the EG1004 Grading Policy for more information.

Additional Resources

The Research & Development Committee of EG1004 has developed a Technical Online Library to provide resources in web development, cybersecurity, game development, app development, programming languages, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, LEGO robotics, and more.