Project Objectives
Concisely list and prioritize the project objectives and constraints
High Priority Objectives
Create an improved jig that speeds up the bone cutting process without compromising precision, consistency, and physical integrity of the bone.
Build a working desiccator that is able to hold a house vacuum for at least 24 hours
Second Priority Objectives
Replace stripped screws on diamond saw jig setup
Other Constraints and Issues
Micrometer on the diamond saw is not completely accurate.
The feed reading on the diamond saw is not accurate.
WOW Design Solution
Automated diamond saw/cutting system that would produce physically consistent samples
Risk Reduction Strategy
List areas of risk and strategy that will be used to eliminate risk really in the design process.
Reproducibility: Compression tests being done on the bone samples require that each sample be parallel and of equal width
Speed: Impact could damage samplesHeat could potentially damage mechanical properties
Precision: Each sample needs to meet a 2x2x4mm sample size constraint
Adaptability: Bone comes in odd shapes and sizes
Intermediate Milestones
Identifying meaningful intermediate milestones is a critical for effective project management. Together with your sponsor identify such milestones, and specify specific performance requirements you aim to meet at each milestone.
Fix micrometer
Test micrometer accuracy
Test different jig inserts to see if there is any mechanical damage to bone samples
Test one desiccator to see if it is able to hold a vacuum for 24 hours