Page 4 Ben Duncan Candidate Number: 2075 Centre Number:

58823

Analysis and Synthesis

 How big will it be?  It should fit into a cuboid with sides around the size of an A4 piece of paper.

 Are there any products like this on the market already?  Yes. There are three main available kits, pre-made but self built.

 What do you think of the existing designs?  They are good quality simple ideas.

 Do they give you any ideas?  Yes, because their designs are close to mine, but are better.

 What type of circuit is required, discrete, IC ect…?  To control the product, I will need to use a microprocessor (IC).

 What shape will it be?  The product will be shaped like a human arm.

 What are the functions of the product?  The product is an educational but fun demonstration of electronics and mechanics.

 What special features will be built into the product?  The base will be built a tapered box.

 Which market will it be aimed at?  This product is aimed at young teenagers and children, (secondary schools).

 What colour scheme will be appropriate?  I think that a bright yellow will be appropriate because it will be attractive to children.

 Where will I be able to collect research?  My main source of research is the internet.

 What materials are available for me to use?  The most suitable material available is plastic sheet (4-5mm thick).

 What specialist tools/machinery will I need to use?  I will need to use a CNC milling machine to cut out the pieces precisely.

 Will this solution solve the original problem?  Yes, because it covers the areas of an interactive robot with feedback.

 Will the design be safe?  The gripper contains a pressure switch to stop delicate items being crushed.

 How will it be produced, by hand or by CAD and CAM?  How will it be produced, by hand or by CAD and CAM?

• How long will the product take to manufacture?  I think that once the parts are designed it will take only a few hours to complete.

• How much will the components cost?  A total cost of components is £8.00.