Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering

Project report for

Subject: Mechanical Engineering Design 2
MED260S

INSERT PROJECT TITLE HERE

Submitted by:

Team Member 1
Team Member 2
Team Member 3
Team Member 4
Team Member 5
Team Member 6
Team Member 7

Advisors:

Dr A Rugbani

Mr T Ngewana

2023 / Semester 2
 Ethics Statement and Signatures

The work submitted in this project is solely prepared by a team consisting of the below list of
students, and it is original. Excerpts from others’ work have been clearly identified, their work
acknowledged within the text and listed in the list of references. All of the engineering drawings,
computer programs, formulations, design work, prototype development and testing reported in
this document are also original and prepared by the same team of students.

List of team members:

No. Initials and Surname Student number Signature

1 ______________________ __________________ __________________

2 ______________________ __________________ __________________

3 ______________________ __________________ __________________

4 ______________________ __________________ __________________

5 ______________________ __________________ __________________

6 ______________________ __________________ __________________

7 ______________________ __________________ __________________

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Page

Cover page i
Ethics statement and signatures ii
Table of contents iii
List of figures vi
List of tables vii

Abstract 1

1. Introduction 2
1.1 Problem statement
1.2 Motivation
1.3 Background

2. Project formulation
2.1 Overview
2.2 Project objectives
2.3 Design specifications
2.4 Constraints and other considerations

3. Design alternatives (if any)

3.1 Overview of conceptual designs developed
3.2 Design alternate 1
3.3 Design alternate 2

4. Project management
4.1 Breakdown of work into specific tasks
4.2 Gantt chart for the organization of work and timeline
4.3 Breakdown of responsibilities among team members (indicate each member’s major
and support roles for each task)

5. Engineering design and analysis

5.1 Structural design
5.2 Force analysis
5.3 Stress analysis
5.4 Material selection
5.5 Design based on static and fatigue failure design theories
5.6 Component design/selection
5.7 Design overview
5.8 Cost analysis
 6. Results and discussion
6.1 Overview
6.2 Evaluation of results
6.3 Improvement of the design
6.4 Discussion

7. Conclusion
7.1 Conclusion and discussion
7.2 Evaluation of design aspects
7.3 Future work

References: should include related literature on applicable standards.

Appendices
A. Detailed engineering drawings of all parts, subsystems and assemblies.
B. Copies of used commercial machine element catalogs (scanned material).
C. Detailed raw design calculations and analysis (scanned material).
D. Project photo album.
 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure Page

1. Title of Figure 1
2. Use the same style in Figure titles.
3. Note that figure titles go below the Figure.
4. Charts and plots must show axis titles and units clearly.
5. Text in figures must be legible, but not be larger than text in the document.

Note: Start the “List of Figures” on a new page as in this sample.

 LIST OF TABLES

Table Page

1. Title of Table 1.
2. Use the same style in table titles.
3. Table titles always go above the table. this is a universally accepted rule.
4. Font size used in tables should not be larger than the text.
5. Every word and number should be clearly legible in tables.
6. Numerical values should have units.
7. Center text and values in cells vertically.

Note: Start the “List of Tables” on a new page as in this sample.

Abstract:

1. Introduction
1.1 Problem statement

The current machine consists of a motor, a drive shaft with two bearings along its
length, and a pulley system at the end. The efficiency of the system is not optimal,
and improvements are sought to enhance its overall performance. The focus is on
enhancing the efficiency of the machine by identifying potential areas for
improvement, such as reducing friction in the bearings, optimizing the pulley
system, or implementing better motor control mechanisms. The goal is to enhance
overall efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve the overall
performance.

1.2 Motivation

Improving the efficiency of the machine is essential for many reasons. First and
foremost an efficient machine will consume less energy, resulting in reduced
operational costs and smaller environmental footprint. Additionally, by enhancing
the efficiency of the system we can potentially increase production output and
reduce downtime caused by mechanical failures.

1.3 This machine plays a crucial role in various industries and applications. The
machine is commonly used in manufacturing, transportation, agriculture and other
sectors where power transmission and motion control are essential. However, the
existing systems efficiency can be compromised due to factors such as friction in
the bearings, suboptimal pulley design, alignment or material selection, and
inefficient motor control.

In the age of sustainable practices and resource conservation, it is crucial to focus

on improving the efficiency of machines to minimize their impact on the
environment. Therefore, finding ways to enhance the efficiency of the machines
motor, drive shaft, and pulley system is of great importance in the pursuit of
sustainability and cost effectiveness.