RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru
(An autonomous institution affiliated to VTU Belagavi)
BATCH 4
Department of Mechanical Engineering
BHARATH .V 1RV23MPD01
Advanced Product Design Lab HARSHITH.M 1RV23MPD07
JEEVATHITH.R 1RV23MPD08
RAHUL.B.N 1RV23MPD18
VEERENDRA. R. SWAMI 1RV23MPD29
Task Poster
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Introduction Task 2
The Advanced Product Design Lab focuses on the innovative development and Design Concept and Synthesis of Cooling Pad Blade
refinement of cutting-edge products across various industries. By integrating advanced Cooling pad with Transverse Fan.
engineering principles, design methodologies, and state-of-the-art technologies, the lab Laptop Cooling pad with Heat-Dissipating Fan adjustable in position.
enables the creation of high-performance, sustainable, and user-centered products. The Toroidal Propeller.
lab explores areas such as materials science, smart manufacturing, ergonomics, and Impeller Optimized Design of the Centrifugal Pump: A Numerical and Experimental
environmental impact to optimize the entire product lifecycle—from concept to Investigation.
production. With a multidisciplinary approach, the lab empowers engineers and The Optimization of the Geometry of the Centrifugal Fan at Different Design
designers to address complex challenges using tools like CAD modelling, rapid Points.
prototyping, and simulation. Collaboration with industry partners and academic experts
fosters creativity and problem-solving, resulting in products that meet modern demands Task 3
for functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. The Advanced Product Design Lab Alternative Design of Blade and CFD Analysis of Blade
serves as a hub for research, innovation, and the development of nextgeneration
Switching to a toroidal fan design in your cooling pad could provide several benefits
solutions that drive technological advancements and improve user experiences
Improved Airflow Efficiency
Task 1 Reduced Noise
Better Heat Dissipation
Disassembly and Assembly of Laptop 3-D modelling of Toroidal fan design using SolidWorks. Importing CAD file into
ANSYS workbench CFD module and initialising it. Dividing component into finite
elements by meshing it. Applying boundary conditions. Evaluating and getting final
results
Task 4
3D Printing of Toroidal Fan Blade
CAD file is uploaded to ULTIMAKER CURA (3-D Printing software) and allowed it to
The system is powered by a 2.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor T6600 CPU and show estimated time to get printed. This file is saved in flash drive and then inserted into
boasts 4GB of RAM, a 320GB 5400rpm SATA hard drive, a SuperMulti DVD burner, 3-D printing machine and allowed it to start printed
802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, and a 15.6" widescreen display powered by Intel GMA 4500MHD
graphics. Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) is the installed operating system. Conclusion
Prototype was a Partial Success, the PLA Material was stringed during 3d printing due
to which we had an imperfect surface finish model. The stator magnet ring was the main
cause of the performance issue
Future Scope
Guide: Pursue in clearance for the stator ring and better selection of PLA material (Polylactic
Dr. HARISHA S K, Dr. GIRISH V A, Acid) would surely increase the chance of prototype success
Associate Professor Assistant Professor
Department of Mechanical Department of Mechanical
Engineering Engineering
