Reverse Engineering
For this project we had to learn the background of engineering and how it works. After we did this we put our new found knowledge to the test. We first individually all brought an object to school to take apart and create a schematic for. Then we got into groups and chose one person's object to do more research on. We had to develop a hypothesis, disassemble the object, analyze the elements, and create a report. In the report we added information about the structure, the functionality, the materials, and the manufacturing. Information about the structure answered the question: how are the different parts connected? The functionality answered: what is the function of the different parts, how do they work together and what are the underlying scientific principles behind their functioning? The materials answered: what materials are used and what are their properties? The manufacturing answered: how was the product made?
In my group I had Eliza, Andrew, and Emma. We chose my object, a headlamp made by Lighting Ever, and then conducted further research. Our findings can be found on the two attached documents, our powerpoint and word document.
In my group I had Eliza, Andrew, and Emma. We chose my object, a headlamp made by Lighting Ever, and then conducted further research. Our findings can be found on the two attached documents, our powerpoint and word document.
CONTENT:
Engineering: creative application of science, mathematical methods, and empirical evidence to the innovation, design, construction, operation and maintenance of structures, machines, materials, devices, systems, processes, and organizations
Ethics: what is right and wrong in context of society, profession, or personal
Ethical Code: the set values of right and wrong for a certain context
Engineering Ethics:
1) Public Safety
2)Work in only specialized skill
3)Public Statements must be truthful
4)Act for each employer and client in a truth and faithful way
5) Avoid deceitful acts
6)Conduct yourself honestly, respectfully, ethically, and lawfully to enhance the profession
Systematic Approach: design philosophy with 8 steps
1)Identity problem
2)Generate many concepts
3) Select a concept
4)Detail the design
5)Design defence
6)Manufacture and test
7)Evaluate design
8)Prepare final design report
Schematic Sketch: a drawing of an object with a scale, labels, and sometimes colors for better visuals
LEDS: light-emitting diode is a two-lead semiconductor light source
Semiconductor: material has an electrical conductivity value falling between that of a conductor and an insulator
Circuit Board: printed circuit board mechanically supports and electrically connects electronic components or electrical components using conductive tracks, pads and other features
Resistor: resistor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that implements electrical resistance as a circuit element
Capacitor: capacitor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that stores potential energy in an electrical field
Electricity: a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles
Battery: device consisting of one or more electrochemical cells with external connections provided to power electrical devices:
Oxidation Reactions: chemical reaction in which the oxidation states of atoms are changed
Cathode: negatively charged electrode by which electrons enter an electrical device
Anode: positively charged electrode by which the electrons leave a device
Electrons: stable subatomic particle with a charge of negative electricity
Photons: particle representing a quantum of light or other electromagnetic radiation
Elastic Fabric: a synthetic fabric which stretches
Plastic: generic term used in the case of polymeric material that may contain other substances to improve performance or reduce costs
All of these terms connect to our project though how we conducted ourselves, what we did, and what we learned.
Engineering: creative application of science, mathematical methods, and empirical evidence to the innovation, design, construction, operation and maintenance of structures, machines, materials, devices, systems, processes, and organizations
Ethics: what is right and wrong in context of society, profession, or personal
Ethical Code: the set values of right and wrong for a certain context
Engineering Ethics:
1) Public Safety
2)Work in only specialized skill
3)Public Statements must be truthful
4)Act for each employer and client in a truth and faithful way
5) Avoid deceitful acts
6)Conduct yourself honestly, respectfully, ethically, and lawfully to enhance the profession
Systematic Approach: design philosophy with 8 steps
1)Identity problem
2)Generate many concepts
3) Select a concept
4)Detail the design
5)Design defence
6)Manufacture and test
7)Evaluate design
8)Prepare final design report
Schematic Sketch: a drawing of an object with a scale, labels, and sometimes colors for better visuals
LEDS: light-emitting diode is a two-lead semiconductor light source
Semiconductor: material has an electrical conductivity value falling between that of a conductor and an insulator
Circuit Board: printed circuit board mechanically supports and electrically connects electronic components or electrical components using conductive tracks, pads and other features
Resistor: resistor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that implements electrical resistance as a circuit element
Capacitor: capacitor is a passive two-terminal electrical component that stores potential energy in an electrical field
Electricity: a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles
Battery: device consisting of one or more electrochemical cells with external connections provided to power electrical devices:
Oxidation Reactions: chemical reaction in which the oxidation states of atoms are changed
Cathode: negatively charged electrode by which electrons enter an electrical device
Anode: positively charged electrode by which the electrons leave a device
Electrons: stable subatomic particle with a charge of negative electricity
Photons: particle representing a quantum of light or other electromagnetic radiation
Elastic Fabric: a synthetic fabric which stretches
Plastic: generic term used in the case of polymeric material that may contain other substances to improve performance or reduce costs
All of these terms connect to our project though how we conducted ourselves, what we did, and what we learned.
REFLECTION:
For this project there are two main things I did well: taking a leadership role and working hard to finish on a deadline. I took a strong leadership role on the first day. For this project we had to divide up many hard and long tasks. I took the initiative to divide the tasks to my group and everyone was pleased that the work was evenly distributed. Next, my group and I worked extremely hard to finish by the deadline. There was a lot of work and a lot important information that needed to be found online. Through hard work my group and I was able finish and earn a good grade.
Two pits that I had in this project were being too social and not being present at school. There were many times in this project were I had to take a step back and tell myself to get back to work. With the workload this project had it was important to keep on task to finish on time. While doing this project, I had a few college visits planned. This was not beneficial to myself and to my group since I was absent. This made me do a lot of work outside the classroom and I was not able to help my group as much. In the future I will be more focused on the task at hand and not let myself wander until I have completed the work. I will also make an effort to be at school everyday I possibly can to be as helpful as I can.
For this project there are two main things I did well: taking a leadership role and working hard to finish on a deadline. I took a strong leadership role on the first day. For this project we had to divide up many hard and long tasks. I took the initiative to divide the tasks to my group and everyone was pleased that the work was evenly distributed. Next, my group and I worked extremely hard to finish by the deadline. There was a lot of work and a lot important information that needed to be found online. Through hard work my group and I was able finish and earn a good grade.
Two pits that I had in this project were being too social and not being present at school. There were many times in this project were I had to take a step back and tell myself to get back to work. With the workload this project had it was important to keep on task to finish on time. While doing this project, I had a few college visits planned. This was not beneficial to myself and to my group since I was absent. This made me do a lot of work outside the classroom and I was not able to help my group as much. In the future I will be more focused on the task at hand and not let myself wander until I have completed the work. I will also make an effort to be at school everyday I possibly can to be as helpful as I can.