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== Description of final project ==
== Description of final project ==
The final project will be a modified ULINE storage unit with dimensions of 8'x3'x6' (WxDxH) containing four shelves that are adjustable every 1/2". The modifications made by team strange will include four added caster wheels that give the client the ability to move the storage unit, side walls made of 1/2" birch  wood that will prevent the instruments from falling off the side of a shelf, and an abstract violin on each side that is made out of up-cycled materials such as old records, bottle caps, buttons license plates, and wire.
The final project will be a modified ULINE storage unit with dimensions of 8'x3'x6' (WxDxH) containing four shelves that are adjustable every 1/2". The modifications made by team strange will include magic sliders on the base that give the client the ability to move the storage unit, side walls made of 1/2" CDX plywood that will prevent the instruments from falling off the side of a shelf, and an abstract violin on each side that is made out of up-cycled materials such as old records, bottle caps, buttons license plates, and wire.


Photos of final project will be posted by 4/30/17
Photos of final project will be posted by 4/30/17
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  |File:Default.png |Caption |1 | Buy a U-Line unit for the frame of the storage vessel.
  |File:Default.png |Caption |1 | Buy a U-Line unit for the frame of the storage vessel.
  | |Caption |2 | Add 1/2" panels to each side of unit. Screw wood corners into place as well as at each shelf level.  
  | |Caption |2 | Add 1/2" panels to each side of unit. Screw wood corners into place as well as at each shelf level.  
  | |Caption |3 | Add a 3/4" panel to bottom of unit.
  | |Caption |3 | Add "Magic Sliders" to each bottom corner of frame.  
| |Caption |4 | Add "Magic Sliders" to each bottom corner of frame.  
  | |Caption |4 | Decorate sides as you wish. Up-cycled materials were used.
  | |Caption |5 | Decorate sides as you wish. Upcycled pieces of art were used as well as some upcycled metal bits.
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Abstract

Team Strange was given the task of building an instrument storage compartment specifically to hold the violins and violas for the Zane middle school music classes. The problem with the current storage system is that it is not big enough which has created an unstable environment for the instruments. The final decision for the design of the storage compartment was basic shelves. To make the design a little more unique, the team will alter the sides of the shelves. Currently, the team is waiting for the shipment of a U-Line storage compartment so that the building process can begin. The next steps of this project will include buying the sides and figuring out how to attach them in a way that will allow them to also be able to take them off when needed. Then, the decoration of the sides will be necessary to make this project an inspiration to the students of Zane middle school.

Background

The students of the Engineering 215 class and Humboldt State University were given the assignment to design a project that has been requested by the staff of Zane middle school. Team Strange was given the project of moveable instrument storage that was requested by the music teacher at Zane. The problem with the school's current storage system is that it is not big enough to hold all of the violins and violas, and it is not deep enough so the instruments stick out of the front. The team came up with many different design ideas for the new storage compartment, but came out with multiple dead ends. For the final decision, the team decided to stick with a simple shelving system because it turned out to be the most logical solution for the problem at hand. However, making basic shelves does not require much design, so to save time the team decided to buy a U-Line storage compartment and make some adjustments to it. The team has decided to create sides for the U-Line storage that will inspire the students in the Zane middle school music classes.

Problem statement and criteria

The problem that Team Strange had to fix was making a storage compartment large enough to fit all of the violins and violas needed, while considering the room space and building constraints. The final project must be able to take lots of "abuse" from middle school students, enough to last a couple decades. To make sure Team Strange came up with the best product possible for these problems, they came up with a list of criteria for this project and weighted them depending on how important each individual criteria is for the circumstance.

Criteria Importance Constraint
Safety 10.0 The storage should provide protection for the instrument being stored without breaking any fire codes, as well as be safe for the use by students
Accessibility 8.0 The final product needs to provide easy access for middle school students to store their instruments
Movability 4.0 The client should be able to move the final solution around the room if needed in the future
Aesthetics 7.5 The final design should be aesthetically pleasing and have some aspect relating to the musical environment
Cost of Materials 8.0 The cost of all the materials needed should not exceed our budget
Sustainability 5.0 The instrument storage should be built using recycled or sustainably manufactured materials
Durability 7.0 The shelves used must be able to withstand the scraping from the bottom of the instrument cases being slid in and out of storage without chipping away
Stability 10.0 Must be stable enough to support all of the instruments, and prevent them from falling over
Inspirational 7.5 The final product should inspire at least one more student to get involved with the music program
Storage Space 7.5 Should be able to hold all the violins an violas that are not currently stored in an ideal spot

Description of final project

The final project will be a modified ULINE storage unit with dimensions of 8'x3'x6' (WxDxH) containing four shelves that are adjustable every 1/2". The modifications made by team strange will include magic sliders on the base that give the client the ability to move the storage unit, side walls made of 1/2" CDX plywood that will prevent the instruments from falling off the side of a shelf, and an abstract violin on each side that is made out of up-cycled materials such as old records, bottle caps, buttons license plates, and wire.

Photos of final project will be posted by 4/30/17

Costs

Quantity Material Source Cost ($) Total ($)
1 Wide Span Storage Rack ULINE.com 268.00 268.00
1 Additional Shelf ULINE.com 93.00 93.00
1 Tax Sales Tax 46.15 46.15
1 Shipping ULINE.com 154.35 154.35
2 1/2" CDX Plywood Pierson Building Center 24.19 48.38
1 Wood Delivery Pierson Building Center 20.00 20.00
1 Wire Arcata Scrap and Salvage 2.00 2.00
1 Old Records & Various Bits of Metal Scrap Humboldt 25.50 25.50
1 Small Bolts Ace Hardware 9.29 9.29
1 Large Bolts Ace Hardware 9.99 9.99
1 Nuts Ace Hardware 7.49 7.49
3 Screws Ace Hardware 4.89 14.67
2 Polyurethane Ace Hardware 15.99 31.98
4 Paint Brush Ace Hardware 1.79 7.16
2 Sanding Block Ace Hardware 2.49 4.98
1 Spray Paint Ace Hardware 6.99 6.99
1 Magic Sliders MagicSliders.com 10.94 10.94
Total Cost $760.87

Testing Results

The storage vessel is able to hold all of the required instruments with extra space left over.

How to build

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Build a Moveable Instrument Storage Vessel

Maintenance

This section will cover what educators and students need to do to maintain the state of the shelving system.

Schedule

This is when to maintain what.

Daily
  • Students need to place their instrument down respectfully and in a way that does not cause unneccesary jostling of the cabinet. If the students can always put their instruments down nicely, there should not be significant damage to the unit.
  • Educators will simply need to ensure that their students understand the importance of respecting school property. Once students learn to appreciate that they have been given an instrument to use for free, or if their family has provided one, they will treat their instruments and the instruments' storage well.


Weekly
  • A teacher should ensure that none of the wood is chipping, preventing unnecessary splinters. Also, an adult should insure that no screws have been dislodged by students.


Yearly
  • Note any wear and tear on shelving. Is wood missing? Any small bits from the sides missing?


Every 3 years
  • Let Team Strange know how the project is holding up! Have many students reacted to the new shelving system? Has there been any changes to the shelving's position?

Instructions

This is how to maintain.

How to Do Something

Troubleshooting

This is simple troubleshooting for basic operations of the movable instrument storage created by Team Strange.

Problem Suggestion
If side panels are unstable... Tighten the bolts to increase the hold from the unit's frame.
If spacing between the shelving is too much or not enough... The shelves easily snap into place and adjust at 1.5" increments.
If the unit or the shelving chips, breaks, or becomes unusable... Contact U-Line Storage (800)295-5510.

Discussion and next steps

This movable instrument storage is designed to maximize the amount of violins/violas that can be stored within the given amount of space. The movable instrument storage keeps violins/violas from shifting while in storage, has magic sliders on the base so the unit's position can be altered, and can be bolted to a wall to remain stationary if desired.

Team Strange wanted to design the movable instrument storage in a way that would be inspirational for students and teachers alike. The movable instrument storage has violins on the side panels created from entirely up-cycled materials around Arcata, CA.

Please contact any member from Team Strange within 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, and 5 years of installation in order to determine the success of the project.

Suggestions for future changes

Dusting the shelving and side panels regularly will help keep the unit aesthetically pleasing and minimize the possibility of the bolts slipping from the frame.

References

See Help:Footnotes for more. Template:Reflist

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