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
College - Author 4
College of Engineering
Department - Author 4
Mechanical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 4
BS in Mechanical Engineering
Date
3-2026
Primary Advisor
John Fabijanic, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department
Additional Advisors
Andrew Kean, College of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department
Abstract/Summary
This Final Design Report outlines the senior design project undertaken by a team of mechanical engineering students at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, for the development of a portable backpacking ice cube maker. The project aims to design, build, and test a lightweight, compact device that produces ice cubes for backpackers in remote outdoor environments. The goal is to create a functional prototype that is durable, user-friendly, and suitable for backcountry use. This document details background research, project objectives, and project plan, and current design status.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/mesp/860
Scope of Work
Ice Cube Maker PDR V2.pdf (1442 kB)
Preliminary Design Review
Ice Cube Maker CDR (1).pdf (3382 kB)
Critical Design Review
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