What is Reverse Engineering?
Reverse engineering is, dissembling an object to analyze how it functions in goal to duplicate or enhance it.
My partner and I came up with possible enhancements by thinking what would seem appealing to children of younger ages. Also a product that parents would want to buy their children, as this product is more directed towards younger ages. We tried to think of logical additions and modifications, and were pleased to come up with many favorable ideas.
My partner and I came up with possible enhancements by thinking what would seem appealing to children of younger ages. Also a product that parents would want to buy their children, as this product is more directed towards younger ages. We tried to think of logical additions and modifications, and were pleased to come up with many favorable ideas.
The stages of Reverse Engineering
STAGE ONE; VISUAL ANALYSIS
Visual analysis is observing an object and noting the physical features of the product. The reasoning of this step is to gain an understanding of the general purpose of the object.
STAGE TWO; FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS
Functional analysis is interacting with the object to understand first hand the purpose of the object. The 'Black Box Model' is often used in this stage.
STAGE THREE; STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
This final step is where the engineer dissembles an object to figure out how it works and what make the object successful or not. Such as taking apart the engine of an old car to analyze its function.
Visual analysis is observing an object and noting the physical features of the product. The reasoning of this step is to gain an understanding of the general purpose of the object.
STAGE TWO; FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS
Functional analysis is interacting with the object to understand first hand the purpose of the object. The 'Black Box Model' is often used in this stage.
STAGE THREE; STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
This final step is where the engineer dissembles an object to figure out how it works and what make the object successful or not. Such as taking apart the engine of an old car to analyze its function.
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THIS ISOMETRIC VIEW OF THE CAR SHOWS THE CURVED LINE OF THE HOOD ON THE CAR. THIS VIEW ALSO SHOWS THE COLOR AND VALUE OF THE OBJECT'S APPEARANCE. THE VIEWER CAN ALSO SEE THE GEOMETRIC SHAPES & FORMS OF THE CAR'S DESIGN. YOU CAN OBSERVE THE POSITIVE SPACE THE WHEELS AND OTHER FEATURES (SUCH AS THE HOOD) CREATE. THERE IS ALSO EMPHASIS ON THE LOGO ON SIGNATURE (OF THE MANUFACTURER) ON THE FRONT AND SIDE OF THE CAR.
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IN THIS RIGHT SIDE VIEW, YOU CAN SEE THAT THE MATERIAL OF THE CAR (WOOD) HAS A SMOOTH TEXTURE. THERE IS A REGULAR RHYTHM IN THE DESIGN OF THE WHEELS. AS BOTH WHEELS HAVE CUT OUTS IN THE SAME LOCATIONS, WITH EQUAL MEASUREMENTS.
Define Problem
GROUP NORMS:
My partner and I get along very well with no issues. So our groups norms are respectful and simple. We both do our part and communicate with one another (via text) what we have done as far as personal responsibilities of the project. We are both hard working and get the job done in a good efficient manner. I am pleased with the group norms we set for one another and the progress of our project.
My partner and I get along very well with no issues. So our groups norms are respectful and simple. We both do our part and communicate with one another (via text) what we have done as far as personal responsibilities of the project. We are both hard working and get the job done in a good efficient manner. I am pleased with the group norms we set for one another and the progress of our project.
Generate Concepts
Develop A Solution
Construct and Test Prototype
Evaluate Solution
The reactions i got were positive. Words like "cool" and "appealing to younger ages" were tossed around when given feedback. The 2 people I asked approved of our design and agreed it would be practical in the market. As younger kids would favor it because, of the aircraft like wings, and rocket ship resembling boosters in the rear. I didn't receive any suggestions regarding the physical appearance of the car.
Present Solution
My experience with this project is a mix of both positive and negative. It was a struggle to work with another person, when we both work at different paces and with different priorities. Also considering I prefer to work alone. I ran into a lot of issues, with finding parts in Inventor. My partner was much less organised than I was so a few class periods were sadly, unproductive. I like the final design of our car despite all the stress leading up to it. This project was both good and bad, If i were to do it again. I'd definitely be more productive.
i. When enhancing a design you have to take into consideration how your changes will affect the rest of the parts. Also will it look appealing to the consumer/buyer. When doing this you also have to make sure what you're doing is practical and within you and your partners skill set. There is no need in stressing your self even more over something that cannot be accomplished.
ii. It is important to document the brain storming process in case plan A or B is a fail. If mid project something happens and you can no longer use those ideas, you will have plenty of other ideas to refer to instead of getting even further behind. Also so you can take credibility for your ideas. It also helps if you write something down so you get a more efficient visualization of what your idea is.
iii. The purpose of sketching an idea is so you can get a physical representation of your idea. When you do this you can determine if you really favor the design or not. So when you go to create it in a program, you have some understanding of what you're doing.
ii. It is important to document the brain storming process in case plan A or B is a fail. If mid project something happens and you can no longer use those ideas, you will have plenty of other ideas to refer to instead of getting even further behind. Also so you can take credibility for your ideas. It also helps if you write something down so you get a more efficient visualization of what your idea is.
iii. The purpose of sketching an idea is so you can get a physical representation of your idea. When you do this you can determine if you really favor the design or not. So when you go to create it in a program, you have some understanding of what you're doing.