Post by Mikhail Mikhaylov on Jun 1, 2015 19:46:34 GMT
Issues/ Uncertainties concerning the body production/ mounting:
How do we properly/ efficiently sand the Plug?Start with the power sander on the plug. That way we can cover the large grits.
We will skip the coarse sandpaper completely, and go to the super- fine sandpaper immediately.
The Third option is using a liquidized foam substance that hardens. It is very cheap, and will conform to our pre- existing plug. Furthermore, it is easier to sand.
How many people and who should be working on the smaller project, and even the plug?
Only 2 people from each class should be working on the smaller model at one time. These two people will be accountable for the smaller model. The people remain constant (as much as possible).
Only 6 people from each class should be working on the Plug at one time. Furthermore, it must be decided prior to working on the plug in the beginning of the class who will be these people.
The 2 groups will be self-sustaining. If the model finds a process difficult, or finds an error they will be expected to warn/ teach the plug group.
How do we know exactly where it will be divided?
A model has been created of the appropriate divider.
To ensure that the car is divided in half properly a board of those dimensions will be bought, or placed together. Then using an extended pencil we will trace the car unto the board. Then the trace will be examined once again for the proper measurements.
Upon cutting the board will will be cutting less than the traced part to ensure that we do not over cut.
How do we create a divider for the Plug? (What board/ materials do we need?)
Or You can use Metal which could be inserted into the car at the proper division points. Sharpie out where the Car in such a way that the parts would be split into two sections with no angles curving down.
However, unlike them we decided that simply inserted metal sheets into the plug is more efficient than cutting the whole plug in half( the size to too big to cut in half). Just make sure that the edged where the metal inserts no longer Dip below. In other words that it won't create a semi-circle.
How do we ensure that everyone knows all the steps properly, and actually follows them?
Communication will be occurring through a hard copy journal.
Each class for the body will read what the other class has done on the plug and the small model.
In the end of class each class will be instructed to write what they have done, and what the other class needs to do.
What about the firewall? Who will work on it? How it going to happen?
We will need to cut out the desired shape and size of the firewall out of foam, then complete the same process we have used for the plug/mold system of our car, wrapping the firewall in fiberglass. we then need to cover the engine facing side in a fire resistant foil that can reflect the heat from the engine, thus protecting the driver.
A few members from the body group can split off to do this task when we are a little further along in the actual body creation.
How do we get exact dimensions? (To the thousands?)
For dimensions we will attempt to be as exact as possible. We will try to keep it to the thousands. However, due to sanding and the overall size of the plug a dimension that is even .5 of an inch off is not too big of a problem.
How do we keep communication in the classes to make sure we don't repeat steps, or hinder one another?
We will continue with the Google Groups method. However, each person in the body group is expected to read everyone posts, and respond accordingly.
Since advisement is not an option we could either mandatory stay after once a week together. Or we could be expected to meet up at the library at some point every other day. Ex. 7:20, lunch, or even split up into various study halls.
Can we create a system where individuals work outside of class?
Again not everyone can stay after school, and many have 3-1-3 so advisement is not an option. However, people will be expected to work on the car in some fashion at least 3 times a week apart from class. Whether this is lunch, After School, Advisement, or Study Hall is their option ( keep in mind if it is a chemical job you cannot do it alone).
The project is more time consuming than one might expect.
What steps can we take to ensure everyone's safety? (we are working with VERY harsh chemicals)
Only the specific amount of people picked to work on the car are allowed in the designated work area. These individuals must wear gloves, goggles, and follow safety guidelines.
Work with Resin and Hardener must be done outside due to the toxic nature of these two compounds.
DO NOT EAT, TOUCH, OR INHALE THE RESIN/ HARDENER.
IF IT GETS IN YOUR EYES FLUSH IT OUT IMMEDIATELY.
Only work with the materials when you have gloves on.
Keep the workplace clean to ensure no undesirable accidents occur.