PPI Engineering
Design and 3D print a replica of a generator
Generator 3D Printing
Recently, PPI Engineering have successfully developed of an underwater generator for the Minesto undersea kite. We wish to build a scale model version to show case of the design at trade shows and as a visual aid for training.
This project will enable you to get hands on with 3D printing, while learning the key parts that go into the design and construction of a generator. You will have to decide the best way to build the scale model considering materials, available equipment and the level of detail needed. You will also consider how best to turn it into a visual aid by considering features it could have. This could be something like removable parts or adding motion.
This is a team project.
Key skills and interests
- Project management
- Microsoft Office
- Engineering
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Independent working
- Communication
Host company information
PPI engineering are experts in the design, support and manufacturing of rotating electrical machines and associated equipment. We design and supply complete motors and generators to match any application and can custom design fully interchangeable products and components for obsolescence or upgrades. We also supply auxiliary devices for large motors and generators from our purge systems, rotor starting circuits and protection equipment.
Address: 44 Rose Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1PN
Key contact: Paul Ward
Visit the PPI Engineering Website for more information about the host company
CREST Awards
This project has been designed to help students achieve a GOLD Crest award. Download the CREST project guide to help you.
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| CREST Project Guide | 459 KB | Download |