Can Opener
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The primary function of the can opener is to cut cans open. An electrical motor spins the geared wheel, which in turn spins the can while the blade remains stationary and cut the lid off. | The primary function of the can opener is to cut cans open. An electrical motor spins the geared wheel, which in turn spins the can while the blade remains stationary and cut the lid off. | ||
| + | == User Requirements== | ||
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* plug outlet to power the device | * plug outlet to power the device | ||
* standard canned product to cut off the lid | * standard canned product to cut off the lid | ||
* small enough can that can be successfully held by the can opener | * small enough can that can be successfully held by the can opener | ||
| − | Engineering | + | == Engineering Specifications== |
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*minimum power output | *minimum power output | ||
*mimimum can diameter | *mimimum can diameter | ||
Revision as of 16:33, 30 January 2008
Function
The primary function of the can opener is to cut cans open. An electrical motor spins the geared wheel, which in turn spins the can while the blade remains stationary and cut the lid off.
User Requirements
- plug outlet to power the device
- standard canned product to cut off the lid
- small enough can that can be successfully held by the can opener
Engineering Specifications
- minimum power output
- mimimum can diameter
- minimum can height and weight
Parts
The table belows lists the Bill of Materials for the Durabrand Can Opener:
| Part # | Part Name | # Category | Function | Material | Picture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casing | Structural component | Holds, protects, and supports internal and external components | ABS plastic | Image |
| 2 | Guide bar | Support element | Guides lever arm and can | Metal | Image |
| 3 | Magnet | Holds can lid | Image | ||
| 4 | Geared wheel | Output | Rotates can | Metal | Image |
| 5 | Cutting blade | Cut though can lid | Metal | Image | |
| 6 | Lever arm | Structural Component | Holds blade and magnet; on/off switch | Plastic | Image |
| 7 | Motor | Input | Rotates the geared wheel | Metal plate, coil | Image |
| 8 | Medium gear | Output | Converts the electrical energy into the horizontal mechanical energy | Metal, plastic, and ball bearings | Image |
| 9 | Large gear | Transmission | Reduces speed of rotation and provides more torque; connects to geared wheel | Inner gear - metal; outer gear - plastic | Image |
| 10 | Switch | Power supply | Completes circuit; on/off switch | Copper with plastic plate (nonconductor) | Image |
| 11 | Power cord | Power supply | Supplies power to motor | Wires and insulation with a metal connection | Image |
