Learning Goal: I’m working on a mechanical engineering writing question and need support to help me learn.
Describe how the users and/or operators interact with the system, and the nature of the user interface requirements (e.g., graphic user interface or GUI).
The following plants/systems may be considered:
1. A hybrid electric vehicle
2. A household robot (e.g., rumba)
3. A smart camera
4. A smart airbag system for an automobile
5. Rover mobile robot for Mars exploration, developed by NASA. For example, the “Spirit” or Opportunity rovers.
6. An automated guided vehicle (AGV) for a manufacturing plant
7. A flight simulator
8. A hard disk drive for a personal computer
9. A packaging and labeling system for a grocery item
10. A vibration testing system (electrodynamic or hydraulic)
11. An active orthotic device to be worn by a person to assist a disabled or weak hand (which has some sensation, but not fully functional).
