April 13, 2020 - April 19, 2020
Overview of Status of Analysis, Design, Fabrication, Tests, etc.
SDPM unable to provide us a quote as they are understaffed
MicroGroup is still taking on new clients and we will stay in touch
3D printed the first model
Accomplishments from Previous Week
Researched existing patents to see how our design stood out
Chose MicroGroup for fabrication
3D printed the first prototype
Goals for Next Week (list names after each item). Use specific and measurable objectives.
Work on presentation - Rebeca, Daniel, Anne, and Adam
Email MicroGroup the prototype picture and CAD drawings - Rebeca
Test if prototype can bend different materials to make desired shape - Sponsor
Think about how to incorporate the spring or ratcheting mechanism - Daniel
Sponsor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
April 14, 2020 (Zoom)
sent 3D print files
put a dent in the staple so it'll bend more at the end points
provisional patent application with CAD files in multiple view
ask MicroGroup about NDA's and working with patents
instrument needs to be sterilized
they put them in cages that bakes them to kill bacteria
tool needs to last years
single use
ratcheting system embedded into handle possibly
search US patent office for similar devices
biodegradable filament
Instructor Comments from Last Meeting and Actions Taken to Address these Comments (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
April 14, 2020 (Zoom)
might not be able to bend stainless steel staple
try to make ABS plastic staples
ask sponsor if he would like finger grooves on the trigger to make it easier to hold
stainless steel handle could be splippery
far reach between hand and trigger, especially around pinky area
Comments from Other Students in the Class (indicate date of comments and if via email or in person)
Risks and Areas of Concern
Resources or Information Required but not Available
Schedule
Our focus right now is:
test the prototype
add ratcheting system
submit patent information
Budget (list amount spent and amount remaining)
$1 spent on 3D print, $5999 remaining
Progress on Report and Webpage
Took feedback and submitted the second sections of report