We investigated electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and material engineering. The electrical and mechanical engineering were both researched when we looked at an automatic silverware rolling machine. We would need a system that is able to move silverware and wrap it, and bind it with tape. We wanted this to be controlled by a touch screen which would involve the electrical engineering. We researched material engineering when we wanted to know about edible or compostable silverware that wouldn't have to be rolled at all.
Anticipated Construction, Testing, Data Stages
Before we start construction, we are going to need to gather some materials. Jack and I will go to the arcade, or use amazon, to get a couple of slap bracelets for testing. I can bring some cloth from home, and jack is going to bring the sewing materials. We are going to sew pockets in the napkin to hold the bracelet, and make it sealable. We will test multiple cloth materials, and multiple sealable options such as Velcro, buttons, or magnets. We will gather data by timing how fast it takes to roll one roll of silverware for each material.
Advisor- Sarah Roth
Letter
Dear Sarah Roth,
My name is Ben Johnson, and I am a student in the pre-engineering program at Worcester Technical High School. I am working with my teammate, Jack Quisgard, on our capstone project where we are following the design process and developing a solution for our chosen problem, which is the annoying task of rolling silverware in restaurants. We would love to meet with you virtually or in person and talk over some solution ideas. We are available every weekday between noon and 1:00 pm. We hope to hear from you soon!
With gratitude,
Ben Johnson and Jack Quisgard
Software, Technology, Equipment
Our product is relatively simple, so we won’t need any software or innovative technology. The equipment we need will include sewing materials or machine, different types of cloth, and many slap bracelets.