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Timeline: Conceptualize Design/Mechanism by June 30th
Problem Definition
Functional Requirements
Fasten securely to the frame
Securely fasten wheel cover panel against aerobody
Must open and close to perform maintenance
Non-Functional
Scalable to be flexible to different cover dimensions
Easy to manufacture
Inexpensive
Easy detachment and reattachment
Constraints
Avoid failure under road driving conditions
Must minimize drag effect on the car
Morphological Chart
Functional Requirements | Fasten Securely to Frame | Securely fasten to panel | Mate |
|---|---|---|---|
Design Solutions | Collar with set screw | Fasten through panel | Hook in with pin |
Bracket secured using hole through chassis member | Use adhesive to attach to panel | Fasten together two flanges with bolt and nut | |
Direct mount ot chassis member | Have a flange attach to back of panel and use resin to harden against panel | Permanent hinge that is removable from frame | |
Weld on attachment to member | Add flanges to edges of panel with holes in THEM instead | Guide rail with linear sliding that slide into a latch |