Spatial Optimization of John A. Daskalakis Athletic Center Facilities Brian Sawford – Captain Marie LaPosta – Co-Captain Alexander Stadel – Secretary Michael Sands – First Mate Ross Shacklett – Coxswain

Background Lack of rock climbing walls in the Drexel area Rock climbing has grown in popularity recently In the greater Philadelphia area there is only one rock climbing facility open to the public (Go Vertical) This creates a problem for any Drexel students interested in rock climbing

Survey – Students Say “Yes!”

Do You Even Go?

Squash Court Measuring Height of WallHuman Reference

Objectives for Project To improve student life on campus To boosts Drexel University’s attractiveness to prospective students To maximize student enjoyment at minimal cost to University

Constraints On Design University Resources  Time and Money to Finish  Existing Space in Athletic Center Legal Issues  Building Codes Minimal Risk and Liability  Foam Padding on Floor  Waiver Form

Sample Waiver Form Release: In consideration of services or property provided, I, for myself and any minor children for which I am a parent, legal guardian or otherwise responsible, any heirs, personal representatives, do hereby release: Reale Adventures Inc., its principals, officers, directors, agents, employees and volunteers, and each and every land owner, municipal and / or government agency upon whose property and activity is conducted, from all liability and waive any claim for damage arising from any cause whatsoever, including that which is the result of gross negligence or any other cause.

Criteria for Success Improve student life at Drexel  Rock-Climbing Facility  Survey of Satisfaction Challenge students  Variety of Difficulty Levels Minimal Cost to Students

Possible Alternatives Discount Program with Go Vertical  Inconvenient  Costly to Students DAC Expansion  Expensive for Students & University  Long, Involved Construction Project

The “Most Probable” Solution Squash court conversion Three piece rock-climbing solution Construction designed for bearing weight of three three-hundred pound climbers Adjustment safety factors

Moments of Inertia Weights Weight of climber (300 lbs) Wall 300 lbs ĵ300 lbs î

Dimensions and Materials Dimensions of Wall  All walls 20’ tall  Long walls 22’ and 19’ long, Short wall 12’ wide Materials Used  ¾” plywood with textured paint  Steel Frame  Composite Holds

Budget Breakdown Salaries$78,750 Materials$20,257 Equipment$60,713 Staff$1,155 Demolition$2,850 Total$163,725

Final Overview What we’re doing  Converting a squash court in the Athletic Center into a rock-climbing facility Why we’re doing it  Improve student life at Drexel How we’re doing it  Using basic principles of physics and engineering

Beyond the Suggested Future Currently there is a project for expanding the DAC that is in the planning stages The new expansion is planned to have:  3-Story Rock-Climbing Wall  400-Meter Track  Classroom Space for Yoga, Dance, etc.  Multipurpose Gym Space  Smoothie Bar

References Ambrose, James. Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders. 9th ed. New York: John Wiley & Sons Inc “BoltDepot Product Catalog.” BoltDepot.com Website (2007, February). 27 February “Building Permit Information.” Licenses and Inspection Department of Licenses & Inspections. 2 May Cheng, Dr. Jonathan. Information given to class. 12 February “Burns Container Service.” Richard S. Burns & Co., Inc. Website. 11 March Dana Contractors. Telephone interview with Brian Sawford. 28 February “Go Vertical.” Go Vertical Home Page. 27 February Hyder, Martha. “Have Your Students Climbing the Walls: The Growth of Indoor Climbing.” The Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. Vol. 70, March 2007.

References (Cont.) Glenshaw Steel, John General Manager there of. Telephone interview with Brian Sawford. 2 March “Make-a-Mat Calculator.” POPCORN International, Inc. Website. 27 February Moon, Dr. Franklin. Interview with Brian Sawford and Alexander Stadel. 2 March Murhammer, Ronald. Home Depot Sales Associate. Telephone interview with Brian Sawford. 1 March “REI Shop All Categories: Climbing Gear.” Recreational Equipment Incorporated Website. Climbing Equipment Pricing. 27 February Silva, Daniel. “Increased Student Activity Fee to Fund DAC Expansion.” The Triangle. 20 Oct April “Vertical Extreme - A Reale Adventures Company.” Vertical Extreme Home Page. 25 April Williams, Biff, et al. “Recognition and Prevention of Injuries in Recreational Rock Climbers.” Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. Nov./Dec. 2003:

Acknowledgements Dr. Franklin Moon  Civil Engineer Dr. Jonathan Cheng  Geotechnical Engineer

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