10/22 Update

Over the last weeks, we had presentations where groups spent 15 minutes to go through the introduction of their projects. This covered initial problems or obstacles, why their project is important or relevant, and etc. Groups were able to learn about other sections and see where other groups were at in their project.

My group has finalized designs and start working with the steering and brake group we both affect each other. Our group will start to implement designs onto CAD and use it to get analysis. With all the information at hand, the group will be prepared for the next presentation

Project Update

Since the last update, my group has met twice to help prepare for presentations.  The two meetings allowed every member to have an opportunity to attend a group meeting due to the difference in availability.  While we only met twice in preparation for the presentations, there were online conversations delivered through emails or group chats.

The last class meeting was utilized by having students present their projects proposals.  Half of the class presented their project by telling the class general background information and some research conducted.  These presentations are useful to allow other groups to know where the project is at and allow information to be exchanged.

The fail-safe mechanism group has created a list of issues that could occur for the Spartan Superway and decided to focus on the issue of the cabin derailing.  Solutions to this issue will be discussed during our next meeting.