This week, all of the components to be included in the pressurized air portion of the assembly have been determined. 1-1/4 inch schedule 40 PVC pipe and endcaps will be used to create the air tank. At the bottom of the tank, a schrader valve (the valves often used to inflate bike tires) will be attatched and will provide the tank with a means of being filled. An air blow gun, commonly used on pressurized air hoses, will act as the trigger to the device.
In accordance with our projected design timeline included on the project proposal, work also began this week on creating a 3D model of the entire fly-swatter using Creo Parametric. Three of the parts constructed during this week are shown below (Clockwise from upper-left: 1-1/4 inch PVC pipe, 1-1/4 inch PVC end cap, air blow gun).
During week 4, these components will be cut to size, modified, and assembled to complete the first portion of the design. A tutorial will likely be provided and any questions regarding the assembly will be addressed.
