1. Problem definition

Need Statement: Decathlon Hubballi is introducing a new gaming arena for novice players. It needs automatic disc throwing machines for various games.

1.1 Question and answers

                                         Table 1: Questions and answers

1.2 Basic surveys and requirements

                                       Table 2: Observation from a literature survey

1.3 Identifying client's objectives

Step 1: Prepare a list of design objectives

                                       Table 3: Objective identified

Problem Definition V1.1 Design semi-automatic disc throwing machine, which can throw a disc at accurate speed and it should be user-friendly.

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1.4 Identify constraints

Step 1: Prepare a list of design constraints

                                         Table 4: Identified constraints

Problem Definition V1.2 Design a semi-automatic disc throwing machine that can throw a disc at the accurate speed and should be user-friendly. The machine must not exceed the volume of 4 cubic ft., should be able to throw 5 to 6 discs per minute, budget to build should not exceed Rs 3000.

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1.5 Establish functions

Step 1: Prepare a list of design functions

                                         Table 5: Identified functions

Problem Definition V1.3 Design a disc throwing machine which can throw the disc with accurate speed. The angle can also be varied in this process. Disc throwing machine should be user-friendly and the machine should not exceed the height of 5 ft and also should not exceed the budget of Rs. 3000. The machine must have ability to dispense 5-6 disks per minute and it should alert the user after completion of the process and last but not least it should dispense the discs in a smooth manner.