College - Author 1
College of Engineering
Department - Author 1
Mechanical Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Mechanical Engineering
College - Author 2
College of Engineering
Department - Author 2
Mechanical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 2
BS in Mechanical Engineering
College - Author 3
College of Engineering
Department - Author 3
Mechanical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 3
BS in Mechanical Engineering
Date
6-2020
Primary Advisor
Sarah T. Harding, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department
Additional Advisors
Javin Oza College of Science and Math Chemisty and Biochemistry Department
Abstract/Summary
This Final Design Review (FDR) document outlines the senior design project implemented by a team of three mechanical engineering students at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo for a professor in the biochemistry and chemistry department, Dr. Javin Oza. The project involved designing and manufacturing a portable ultraviolet fluorescence illuminator that will indicate the fluorescent glow of biomaterials for viewing purposes. The goal was to create a portable product out of recyclable material that can be used in field applications and increase accessibility to affordable science equipment. The initial sponsor and user interviews, technical background research, product research, and project objectives develop the specific requirements for the portable fluorescence illuminator in conjunction with the sponsor’s requirements and define the project’s outcome goals. The concept design demonstrates the results of the concept ideation process and indicates the design direction of the team. The final design of the illuminator details all of the features and parts incorporated into the device and how it meets Dr. Oza’s specifications. The manufacturing plan outlines the materials, manufacturing operations, and assembly necessary to make the device. The design verification plan describes the various engineering tests that will be used to verify the illuminator meets the sponsor’s specifications. The included project timeline contains all major milestones that were met over the duration of the project. The final conclusion includes reflections on the project and recommendations for the uses and future applications of the product.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/mesp/532
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Genetics and Genomics Commons, Laboratory and Basic Science Research Commons, Mechanical Engineering Commons