Principles of Engineering II
Lesson 3: Solving Transport Problems
Icebreaker: Lie or no Lie
Introduce yourself and tell one truth and one lie. The group will guess which is true.
Course Objectives
• Identify transport engineering problems
• Identify transport engineering solutions
• List the types of engineers who would resolve the problems
The Engineering Design Process
• What are the problems?
• Brainstorm
• Draw a diagram
• Test it
• Make changes
Solving the Problem
Build a Bicycle
The Scenario
There are numerous ways to travel throughout London, one of
which is riding a bicycle. Since so many people travel via bicycle,
the city of London is looking to develop a new bike that can be
used efficiently and safely, while also being inexpensive and easy
to store. As an engineer, you are hired to design and build a
bicycle that is cost-effective and is able to maintain the safety of
all. Identify the possible problems you will encounter as you
design different aspects of the bicycle. Create solutions to these
problems and work towards the overall design of the bicycle. Also
identify the different engineers that will be useful in solving
these problems.
Solving the Problem
Weight
distribution
Solving the
Problem
Gear control
Solving the
Problem
Brakes
Solving the Problem
Lighting
Finding a Solution
Build a Bicycle
Finding a
Solution
Design
Finding a
Solution
Materials
Finding a
Solution
Additions
Types of
Engineers
Mechanical
Materials
Environmental
Electrical
• Engineers must design the bicycle, gears,
wheels, and the way it drives
• Engineers must evaluate and choose the best
materials for the main shaft and wheels
• The environmental impact of the materials
and manufacturing of the bicycle are
identified
• Any lighting or digital components of the
bicycle can be designed to make the bike safer
Lesson Overview
Solving Transport Problems
Overview
Engineering Design Process
Ask, imagine, plan, create,
improve
What is the problem?
Solving the Problem
Finding a Solution
Types of Engineers
What do you want to achieve?
Research
Brainstorm
Design
Materials
Additions
Industrial
Materials
Communications
Chemical
Environmental
Civil
Questions?
Check Your Knowledge
Design the Beam of a
Bridge