02. PROBLEM DEFINITION - B-division-2019-2020-odd/Repo-12 GitHub Wiki
| QUESTIONS | ANSWER | OBJECTIVE | FUNCTION | CONSTRAINT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How much can it cost? | about 4000/- | - | - | YES |
| What is the mode of operation? | Automatic | - | YES | - |
| What is the size of the system? | 55cm35cm40cm(approx.) | YES | - | - |
| What is the set up of machine? | Portable | YES | - | - |
| What is the minimum weight of the machine | about 800 grams | - | - | YES |
| What are the features to be expected? | Displays items | - | YES | - |
| Is it safe to use? | Yes | YES | - | - |
| Is the machine provided with packing system | YES | YES | - | - |
PAIRWISE COMPARISON CHART
| OBJECTIVES | SAFETY | AFFORDABLE | PORTABLE | AUTOMATIC | SCORE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAFETY | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| AUTOMATIC | 0 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| PORTABLE | 0 | 0 | - | 1 | 1 |
| AFFORDABLE | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 |
RANKING OBJECTIVES
- Safety
- Automatic
- Portable
- Affordable
- Packing system
Problem definition version 1.1
A Vending machine for vending spices namely mustard seeds and corriander seeds must be safer to use, affordable, portable and automatic and with packing system for packing dispensed items.
IDENTIFYING CONSTRAINTS
- Should not cost more than Rs 4000
- Should weigh about 800 grams.
- Machine dispenses 2 items(mustard seeds and corriander seeds).
- Only one item must be dispensed at a time.
Problem definition version 1.2
A Vending machine for vending mustard seeds and corriander seeds must be automatic, portable, affordable and safer for use. The machine dispenses mustard seeds and corriander seeds (any one at a time) and are then packed in cups using conveyer belt(packing system).The machine costs at most Rs 4000, having capacity to bear a weight of 800 g.
ESTABLISHING FUNCTIONS
- Detect and identify item choosen.
- Send the data to micro-controller on clicking desired item button which is connected through bluetooth.
- Dispense choosen item.
- Pack dispensed item.
Problem definition version 1.3
A Vending machine for vending mustard seeds and corriander seeds must be automatic, portable, affordable and safer to use. The cost of machine must be at most Rs 4000/-, must weigh 800 g. The machine must detect choosen item from the user,must dispense choosen item. Pack the item in cups using conveyer belt.