Comprehensive design project 2015
The comprehensive design project is the final project in undergraduate life. The project spans in about 6 months and is assessed by the academic advisers in several steps within the project. The students are encouraged to choose projects in a wide range of fields in relation to design.
Context
University of Moratuwa plans to expand the university in to a township and to make the university a more conventional place for the students. As a result the university plans to develop an individual transpiration system for the students to temporarily borrow for their short distance travelling needs.
University of Moratuwa plans to expand the university in to a township and to make the university a more conventional place for the students. As a result the university plans to develop an individual transpiration system for the students to temporarily borrow for their short distance travelling needs.
Uni ride is an individual transportation device powered by an electronic motor and has specific designated parking / charging centers in different places at the university. Students can unlock a device using their ID and return the device to any parking spot when the task is complete.
The traveling distance is limited to 15kms to manage the usage of device outside university premises and it will allow the students to go nearby shopping mall and to keep overnight in boarding places and hostels.
Design Considerations
- Easy maneuverability
- Representing the university identity
- Trendy and attractive design
- Easy parking and storing
- Possibility of using renewable energy sources
Prototype test run
Features
Uni ride has three wheels to ease and to create a more comfortable riding experience. A suspension system is developed to tilt the device while taking the turns to easy balancing.
A special mechanism is developed to store the device in 30cm x 30cm space by folding, to accommodate the valuable ground space in student hostels and boarding places. Rear wheels are always placed on around and placing the heavy items such as batteries will reduce the extra effort needed to pivot the device around the axel of rear wheels.
A special designated parking space is designed for the devices and to be placed in several places in the university premises. Students can use their university ID to unlock a device and use. When they have finished their use, they can park the device in the closest available parking spot. When the device is parked it will be charged automatically using the solar power and the parking booth will indicate the status of the charge using a red or blue color light.
Images of UniRide
