Project Bids

Chris WooldridgeLoren HanklaAnkur DesaiJT Stukes

Barret EvansJohn Pendley

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

The GrillMaster 5000• A toolbox style unit with 2 fold-out compartments.• The compartments will include a gas grill and a beer tap• The central body of the unit will act as a cooler and

house the necessary components

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

The Automatic Futon

• Design a system that can easily move a futon from the up-right to the lay down position.

• Possibly a lever that can be pulled and released

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

The Gardenator

• A muti-usage tool for many practical gardening activities

• Consist of a shaft that can be attached to many different detachable “heads,” such as a shovel, hoe, or rake

• This should save space, as a set of complete tools are not necessary

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

The Smell-No-More Trash Can

• A trash can could be designed with a foot pedal that would automatically release a fragrance

• Specifically designed for the current cans where the foot pedal is pressed and the top of the can lifts

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

Ratcheting Can Opener

• Attach a ratcheting mechanism to a standard can opener.

• Allows easy use by elderly people.

• Light-weight and easy to operate

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

Alcoholic beverage dispenser: The Alchodisp Pleasure 3000

• A device that accurately measures and distributes alcohol into a given glass to make mixed drinks.

• Three levers (0.5 oz, 1oz, 1.5 oz) will be used to control the alcohol amount desired

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

Baseboard Power

• Create a system of track powered baseboards with flush fittings that can be moved around or removed completely

• Will allow greater options in the placement of electrical devices with out packed outlets or extension cords

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

The Automatic Weeder

• A device that can be used to remove weeds, root and all, without the normal harsh back-bending labor

• An easy release mechanism could be included to dispose of the weeds

• Possibly multi-purpose usage in harvesting ground vegetables

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

Walk-able Cycle Shoes

• Create shoes that will function as proper bicycling cleats but can transform into comfortable walking shoes

• May be accomplished with a submerged cleat that can be transformed into a rigid sole over the cleats

Project Bids ME 4182 Spring 2005

CNC Gear Inspector

• A program could be created to inspect the quality of gears, checking the accuracy of tooth spacing and angles.