INDE1000:

Engineering Foundations
Principles and Communication

8D WINDEX

Stage 1 Design Package

EMPACT - Mars Lander / Rover

Contact Information

Designer

Choo Chin Wen
19213716
700017220@student.curtin.edu.my
+60168002225

Chin Li Min
19106489
700019271@student.curtin.edu.my
+60198578282

Contractor

Joel Cheah Rui Neng
19103040
700019141@student.curtin.edu.my
+601733578624

Akash Khowaja
18960312
700016637@student.curtin.edu.my
+60109367648

Brandon Yee Yick Hong
19212713
700018367@student.curtin.edu.my
+60168518539

Table of Content
Contact Information i
1.0 Design Drawings
1.1 Top view of Rover 1
1.2 Front view of Rover 2
1.3 Side view of Rover 3
1.4 Isometric view of Rover 4
2.0 Rover Specification
2.1 Introduction 5
2.2 Dimensional Summary and the Source of Materials 5
2.2.1 Materials specification 5
2.2.2 Budget List 6
2.3 Tools required 7
2.4 Construction Method of Rover 8
2.4.1 Construction of Rovers Base 8
2.4.2 Construction of Rovers Wheels 8
2.4.3 Assembly of Rover 9
3.0 Tender Evaluation Criteria 10
4.0 Risk Management Plan 13
5.0 References 14
6.0 Gantt Chart 15

1.0 Design Drawings

1.1 Top view of Rover

ALL DIMENSION IN MILIMETERS

TOLERANCE 1.0 MM WINDEX

PROJECTION

DO NOT SCALE TOP VIEW OF VEHICLE

DRAWN BY CHIN LI MIN AS 1100 WINDEX_1 SIZE

A3
CHECK BY CHOO CHIN WEN SCALE 1:1 SHEET 1 OF 4 1

 1.2 Front view of Rover

ALL DIMENSION IN MILIMETERS

TOLERANCE 1.0 MM WINDEX

PROJECTION

DO NOT SCALE FRONT VIEW OF VEHICLE

DRAWN BY CHIN LI MIN AS 1100 WINDEX_2 SIZE

A3
CHECK BY CHOO CHIN WEN SCALE 1:1 SHEET 2 OF 4
2

of Rover
 1.3 Side view of Rover

3

 1.4 Isometric view of Rover

MATERIAL

NO ELEMENT QTY

RECYCLED SAFETY
1 FOAM 4

2 SPONGE 1

3 PVC CAP 4

4 PVC PIPE 1

5 RATTAN CANE 2

6 NAILS 12

ALL DIMENSION IN MILIMETERS

TOLERANCE 1.0 MM WINDEX

PROJECTION

DO NOT SCALE ISOMETRIC VIEW OF VEHICLE

DRAWN BY CHIN LI MIN AS 1100 WINDEX_4 SIZE

A3
CHECK BY CHOO CHIN WEN SCALE 1:1 SHEET 4 OF 4

2.0 Rover Specification

2.1 Introduction
EMPACT has offered a project that requires the company to design a prototype
rover. The rover is used for an upcoming bid to be a part of an international space
exploration consortium. The rover is required to be able to roll down a slope between 30-
45 degrees for 2 metres, and fall through a vertical drop of 1 metre without sustaining any
significant damage.

2.2 Dimensional Summary and the Source of Materials

Table 1.0 indicates the materials we will be using and Table 2.0 indicates the cost
of each material and the supplier list. Table 3.0 shows the tools required to build the rover
and their functions.

2.2.1 Materials specification

No. Raw Material Diagram of Material Dimensions Qty Function
Length
300mm
1. PVC Pipe 1 Rovers body
Diameter
80mm

2. PVC Cap 90mm 4 Rovers wheel rim

Diameter
3. Recycled Sponge 1 Rovers bumper
80mm

4. Nails < 20mm 12 To support the wheels

Length 180mm
5. Rattan Cane 2 Axle and lever
Diameter 9mm

Recycled Safety Thickness

6. 1 Tyre
Foam 10mm

Kangaroo To stick the foam and the

7. - 10g
Adhesives 505 PVC cap

Table 1.0
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2.2.2 Budget List

Price per Subtotal
No. Item Quantity Supplier
unit (RM) (RM)
1. PVC Pipe 1 1.50 1.50 Ng Sian Hup Trading Sdn Bhd
2. PVC Cap 4 2.50 10.00 Ng Sian Hup Trading Sdn Bhd
3. Recycled sponge 1 0.50 0.50 Provided by Windex Company
4. Nails 12 0.10 1.20 Ng Sian Hup Trading Sdn Bhd
5. Rattan Cane 1 1.00 1.00 Provided by Windex Company
6. Recycled Safety Foam 1 0.50 0.50 Provided by Windex Company
Kangaroo Adhesives
7. 10g 0.15/g 1.50 Ng Sian Hup Trading Sdn Bhd
505
Total price 14.70

Table 2.0

Suppliers Address:

Ng Sian Hup: Lot 1039, Exit Jalan Piasau, Piasau Light Industrial, 98000 Miri, Sarawak.

Boulevard Hypermarket: Boulevard Shopping Complex, Boulevard Commercial Centre,
98000 Miri, Sarawak.

2.3 Tools required

No. Tool Function Diagram of Tools

1 Coping saw Cutting the PVC and rattan

2 Long ruler Performing accurate measurements

3 Pencil Marking the lines and dimensions

4 Hammer Driving nails into rattan

5 Scissors Cutting the sponge

6 Marker pen Marking the lines and dimensions

7 Electric drill Drilling the PVC pipe and PVC cap

Table 3.0

2.4 Construction Method of Rover

The construction of the rover is divided into 3 parts. The construction of Rovers
base, the construction of Rovers wheels, and the assembly of the Rover.

2.4.1 Construction of Rovers Base

1. Prepare a 300mm PVC pipe (UP82) with a diameter of 80mm.
2. Measure the midpoint of the length of the PVC pipe, which is 150mm by using a
ruler and mark it with a marker pen or a pencil.
3. Cut a 200mm x 65mm rectangle out on the curved surface of the PVC, by using a
coping saw. The rectangle has to be in the middle of the surface in order to ensure
the center of gravity for the Rover.

4. Using an electric drill, drill two holes on the curved surface, 30mm from the end of
both sides of the PVC pipe and in the center of the diameter of the PVC pipe. Do the
same to the opposite site of the curved surface so that the rattan can insert through
the PVC to be the axle of the Rover. The size of the holes have to be equal and fit the
diameter of the rattan cane, which is 9mm.

2.4.2 Construction of Rovers Wheels

1. Prepare 4 PVC caps with a diameter of 90mm.
2. Measure and mark the midpoint of the cap by using ruler and marker pen.
3. Drill a hole in the middle of the cap by using an electric drill. The hole has to be
slightly bigger than the diameter of rattan which is 9mm. Hence, the size of the
holes can be 11mm. The size of the holes have to be equal.

4. Cut 3 triangles on the surface of the PVC cap as shown in the diagram below.
Dimensions are shown in the diagram below.







5. The safety foam is measured and cut into dimensions of 57mm length and 20mm
width.
6. Wrap and glue the safety foam around the PVC cap using Kangaroo Adhesive 505.
7. Leave the glue to dry for a few hours.
8. Repeat step 2-5 for the remaining 3 wheels.

2.4.3 Assembly of Rover

1. Prepare a rattan cane.
2. Cut the rattan into 180mm in length. Two rattan cane pieces are needed.
3. Insert the rattan cane through the holes and glue the holes in place.
4. Insert the wheels to the rattan cane at 25mm from the end of the rattan.
5. Hammer two nails to the rattan cane in between each wheel to hold the wheels in
place.
6. Hammer one nail into the rattan cane beside the PVC respectively as shown in the
picture below.

7. Cut a sponge into cylindrical shape with a diameter of 80mm, to be same size as the
diameter of the body using a pair of scissors.
8. Stick the sponge on the PVC pipe to act as a bumper by using Kangaroo Adhesives
505.

3.0 Tender Evaluation Criteria

1. Professionalism:

Here at Windex we appreciate professionalism and show professional behavior all

of the time. So, the team that we work with should also have professionalism at all times.

- Contractors have to be skillful. Eg. Proper handling of tools and equipment.

- Contractors should wear professional attire during construction.
- Contractors must communicate in English and write every report and tender in good
English as well.

- Contractors must provide logbook for every work done.

(5 marks each)

0 5 10 15 20

Is not Demonstrates Demonstrates Demonstrates Demonstrates

professional at professionalism professionalism professionalism professionalism
all sometimes half of the time most of the time all the time

2. Time management:

At Windex, in order to meet with the deadline, we require a company that can build
the vehicle fast. Hence, time management is crucial. For this criterion, terms will be scored
based on the followings:

- Contractors must always be on time for meetings.

- Contractors should always make apologies and explain acceptable reason for coming
late or absent to a meeting.

- Contractors should finish the vehicle 3 days before the deadline for evaluation
purposes.

- Contractors should distribute work evenly according to timeline and provide a clear
Gantt chart to the company.

(5 marks each)

0 5 10 15 20

Bad time Moderate time Good time Excellent time

Late
management management management management

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3. Experience:

Here at Windex, having prior experience is a plus. With experience, the contractors
will be able to work with us with ease. Any group which is able to demonstrate any of the
below experience will be awarded marks as follows. ALL experience needs to be verified
with pictures of a valid reference or letter from a referee.

- Contractors that have experience in the automotive industry are appreciated.

- Contractors should have experience working with tools.
- Contractors should have basic teamwork experience and team work spirit.
- Contractors should have leadership skill.
- Contractors should also equip with basic first aid knowledge in case of any emergency.
(5 marks each)

0 5 10 15 20

Having no A little Excellent

Some experience Good experience
experience at all experience experience

4. Communication:
Communication is one of the most important parts of a company. At Windex, we
require fast communication at all times. Points will be awarded as follows:

- Contractors must be able to reply all text messages (including WhatsApp) within 20
minutes.

- Contractors should be able to reply every email within 2 hours.

- Contractors should have alternate contact information in case of any emergency.
- Contractors should be able to give suitable apologies and reasoning if unable to reply
email or messages.

(5 marks each)

0 5 10 15 20

Unable to
Bad Moderate Good Excellent
communicate at
communication communication communication communication
all

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5. Understanding of design:

In order to construct the vehicle correctly, we require a company that can fully
understand the design. Here at Windex, we are sure that design can be improved by a
close working partnership with a contractor.

- Contractors must be able to understand the design and instructions given.

- Contractors should be able to give suggestion and positive feedback for improvement of
design.

- Contractors should be able to demonstrate their understanding towards the design.

- Contractors should be able to know the sustainability of the car.
(5 marks each)

0 5 10 15 20

No
Bad Moderate Good Strong
understanding
understanding understanding understanding understanding
at all

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4.0 Risk Management Plan

Risk Residual
Risk Hazard Likelihood Severity Mitigation
Matrix Risk
Adjust
Excessive comfortable
computer position when
Musculoskeletal
usage for using computer. Computer
problems and Unlikely Minor Low
designing Take mini radiation
headache
and breaks or get
researching. sufficient rest.

Wear proper
protective
equipment, such
Improper
as gloves, eye
handling
Injuries Possible Minor Medium protection and None
technique of
proper attire.
sharp tools.
Use the correct
tool for the
work involved.
Examine the
drill before
using.
Drill at the right
angle and
handle it
Drilling
straight with Electric
Injuries holes using Unlikely Moderate Medium
steadiness and shock
electric drill.
care.
Wear eye
protection,
gloves and
appropriate
attire.
Car drop on Stand further
the foot away from the
when performance
Foot injuries Unlikely Minor Low None
performance test platform.
test is going Wear safety
on. boots.
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5.0 References

Arbill. (2017). 5 Best Practices To Prevent Workplace Accidents. Retrieved from
http://www.arbill.com/safety-resources/prevent-workplace-accidents

Reilly Foam Corporation. (2014). Safety Foam. Retrieved from
http://www.reillyfoam.com/safety-foam

Shraddha Rupavate. (2015). 6 worst health problems common with computer use.
Retrieved from http://www.thehealthsite.com/diseases-conditions/6-worst-
health-problems-common-with-computer-use-sh214/

Think Pipes Think PVC. (2014). Strength & Durability of PVC Pipe. Retrieved from
http://www.thinkpipesthinkpvc.com.au/benefits-of-pvc-pipes/strength-durability

U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration. (2004).
Personal Protective Equipment. Retrieved from
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

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6.0 Gantt Chart

Activity / Week 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Stage 1
Minutes of Meeting
Group Action Plan
Design Package


Stage 2
Design Development
Constructing and Supervising the Rover
Constractor's Tender Application
Designer's Tender Evaluation

Stage 3
Handovers
Weekly Progress Report
Prototype Testing

Stage 4
Peer Presentation Feedback
Engineering Identity Reflection
Unit Reflection
Oral Presentation

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