Group 8 Progress Report 2016 ; Lauren Boudreau, Cody Gollan, Daniel MacRae & Kathryn Smith
Engineering Problem In industrialized countries, such as Canada, more than 75% of the employed population sits for long periods of time Sitting causes slouching! Poor posture is one of the main factors that leads to lower back pain. Proper posture in a chair Our product is not a replacement for medical/ physical therapy advice. A tool to encourage correct posture.
Goals / General Progress Construction of the prototype and website available on the Internet. ✓ Continue modifications as changes are made Materials ordered and received ✓ Steven has begun construction ✓ Changed dimensions ✓ Solution for fitting together ✓
Inventor 3D model of U.P.A.L.S.
Proposed Solution AutoCAD views
Updated AutoCADs
Updated AutoCADs – Stopping mechanism
Proposed Solution for Universal Clamp Dimensions : Thickness – 4.2 cm Height – 11 cm Width – 8.5 cm
Gantt Chart & Design Schedule Proposed times of design components, start and completion dates
Next Steps Complete the construction of the U.P.A.L.S. prototype. There will be enough time and materials to make slight modifications, if necessary. Preparations for the final presentation will begin the 10th of March. The project will be completed by the 4th of April.
References http://www.spine-health.com/blog/poor-posture-causing-your-back-pain http://www.1-computerdesks.com/s2015_20_inch_laptop_desk.html http://topbestproductreviews.com/top-10-portable-laptop-desks-for-bed-2015-reviews/ http://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2013/09/my-homemade-treadmill-desk.html http://jumbo-bicycle.en.made-in-china.com/product-group/joexJrmyOacu/Clamps-catalog-1.html