Throughout the 13 weeks journey, I learn a lots from the adopted turtle which include its behaviour and both mechanical and chemical structure of its body. The most interesting idea proposed used of biomimicry used from the turtle is using the rib-suture-rib complex structure to enhance the design of a I-beam. The zigzag pattern and collage-made suture make turtle shell to gain better resistance against cyclic loading without sacrificing its rigid properties. By adapting this design, it helps to extend the lifetime of I-beam and avoid unpredictable fatigue occur.
Do you think that your design is patentable? Is it
unique enough to be approved?
This design is never reported and consider a state-of-the-art technology that has wide range of application that cover construction, defence and weapon, automotive, aviation, etc. Therefore, I think this design is patentable and economic viable which able to advance the current technology to the next level.
Did you think that working as a team made this project
easier or harder? Why?
It is definitely better to work as a team instead of individual. As a project leader, I receive a lots of help from Jason Khoo who helps carried out survey and analyzed the information. Unfortunately, William Chia and Tee are unable to perform well in this project as their lack of time management skill make them absence most of the time. Self-discipline and responsibility are definitely the two main criteria to shape the personality of an engineer. I wish William Chia and Tee a good fortune and hope they can correct their misbehaving that i observed from this project.
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