Abstract
The purpose of this page is to show off the Alternative Transportation Wheel that our ERE215 group built for Friends of the Dunes.
Background
Our main goal of the transportation wheel is to get visitors of FOTD to think about the mode of transportation they used to arrive there and the corresponding carbon footprint that they have just produced.
Problem Statement and Criteria
Problem Statement
The objective is to create an interactive exhibit that will get visitors to think about their means of travel and the impact they are having on the environment.
Criteria
| Criteria | Weight | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 6 | Cost of all materials shouldn't exceed 400 dollars. |
| Longevity | 10 | The exhibit shall remain in proper working order for a minimum of four months (June-Sept.). |
| Aesthetics | 9 | The exhibit shall have a visual appeal to visitors of the Nature Center and follow the color scheme of the existing structure and dune landscape. |
| Safety | 10 | The exhibit shall be safe for all users under normal conditions and labeled with all appropriate warnings. |
| Educational Value | 7 | The exhibit shall attempt to give the user a better understanding of the values held by FOTD. |
| Simplicity | 9 | The exhibit shall convey information in clear and concise manner. |
| Site Appropriate | 10 | The exhibit shall only convey information relevant to FOTD. |
| Durability | 10 | The exhibit shall maintain structural integrity under normal use. |
Description of Final Design
Costs
Design Cost
Included is a graph showing the amount of hours we put into each individual part of the project.
Implementation Cost
| Material | Quantity | Our Cost Subtotal | Retail Cost Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike Tire | 1 | Donated | $50.00 |
| Total: | $0 | $50.00 | |
Maintenance Cost
Maintenance of the Alternate Transportation Wheel is illustrated in the table below, in number of hours per month.
| Maintenance Task | Frequency | Time (hours) |
|---|---|---|
| Inspect structure of sign to make sure the ground is holding and the signage isn't damaged. | Weekly | 0.25 |
| Inspect and oil chains and center rotator. | Monthly | 0.25 |
| Inspect bike tires. | Monthly | 0.25 |
| Monthly Total: | 1.50 | |
Testing Results
How to Build
Discussion
Your discussion.
Next Steps
The next steps.
Conclusions
Your conclusions.
References