Student Projects: Overcoming Challenges in Engineering and Design

The video covers various engineering projects, including an elevator system, surgical robot arm, handicap accessible doors, automated guided vehicle, chocolate drop mechanism, and automatic doors. Each project is discussed in terms of its design, functionality, and the challenges faced during development. Key issues include sensor malfunctions, motor inconsistencies, and design adjustments to improve performance and meet objectives.

What is the primary function of the lights in the multi-level system?

• To control the elevator speed

• To signal an emergency

• To provide illumination

• To indicate the current floor

What was a significant problem with the multi-level system?

• Lack of power supply

• Difficulty in creating electrical loops

• Inadequate lighting

• Poor structural design

What was a major challenge in constructing the surgical robot arm?

• Programming the control system

• Ensuring motor strength for leverage

• Designing the user interface

• Finding suitable materials

How many degrees of freedom does the surgical robot arm have?

• Five

• Two

• Three

• Four

What was the main challenge in programming the car's emergency stop switch?

• Ensuring the car stops immediately

• Integrating the switch with the motor

• Designing the switch mechanism

• Calibrating the sensors

What was the initial design issue with the car's wheels?

• They were not aligned

• They were too heavy

• They would go crazy and not function

• They were too small

What issue did the team face with the automated doors?

• Doors not opening at all

• Inconsistent motor performance

• Excessive noise

• Overheating of components

What was a design change made to the automated doors?

• Reducing the door size

• Adding more sensors

• Changing the door material

• Adding supports to the sides

What was the primary objective of the chocolate chip topper?

• To package cookies

• To sort chocolate chips

• To place chocolate chips on cookies

• To bake cookies

What was a challenge in the chocolate chip topper project?

• Finding the right chocolate chips

• Timing and placement on the conveyor belt

• Ensuring even baking

• Maintaining temperature control