Engine Bay Helper

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Engine Bay Helper

Senior Design Showcase project, Wentworth Institute of Technology, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Department of Mechanical Engineering, 2020

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title: Engine Bay Helper

creator: Dan Mucilli, Sam Richards, Garrett Hamilton, Chad Ambrose

subject: Automotive, Engine Bay, Tray, Collapsible

description: It has been estimated that 10% of an automotive mechanic's time working in an engine bay, is spent searching for the proper tools and walking to and from work stations or toolboxes. The objective of this project is to increase the efficiency and ergonomics when working under the hood of a car. This project will provide aid to the user by allowing for easy access to tools, equipment, and parts. Efficiency is a major factor in the auto industry as time is money when it comes to working on cars. Our goal is to provide the user with everything needed within an arm's reach so that the task at hand can be completed sooner and easier. The Engine Bay Helper is a collapsible tray designed to span the engine bay of most passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs. Consisting of a uniquely curved tray to still allow access to major engine components while providing an assortment of storage options. The tray is attached to a set of sliding legs that allow it to span the width of the engine bay of a variety of vehicles. On each set of legs are self-leveling feet to account for the various angles of the engine bay side rails where it will mount. The feet ensure the tray always sits flat and at the appropriate height. Upon completion of the repairs, the entire unit folds flat for minimal storage volume.

publisher: The Douglas D. Schumann Library and Learning Commons, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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date: 2020

type: Presentation

format: video recording

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language: eng

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rights: https://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

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